Lindcott Armory Compare / .300 HAM'R vs 7.62x39mm Soviet
Cartridge comparison
.300 HAM'R vs 7.62x39mm Soviet
.300 HAM'R is faster (2,750 vs 2,400 fps); .300 HAM'R carries more energy (2,522 vs 1,550 ft·lb); .300 HAM'R recoils less.
.300 HAM'R →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7.62x39mm Soviet →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .300 HAM'R | 7.62x39mm Soviet | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2018 | 1943 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.308″ | 0.312″ |
| Case length | 1.5″ | 1.528″ |
| Velocity | 2,300–2,750 fps | 2,300–2,400 fps |
| Energy | 1,291–2,522 ft·lb | 1,450–1,550 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 57,500 psi | 45,010 psi |
| Recoil | 6–9 ft·lb | 8–12 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 300 yd | 400 yd |
FAQs
- Is .300 HAM'R faster than 7.62x39mm Soviet?
- .300 HAM'R is faster — up to 2,750 fps versus 2,400 fps.
- Does .300 HAM'R hit harder than 7.62x39mm Soviet?
- .300 HAM'R carries more muzzle energy (2,522 vs 1,550 ft·lb).