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QuickLOAD indicates 51,488 lbs-psi max average pressure for 7.62x39.

I've loaded up to that using QuickLOAD as a guide. I won't lean on it in the AR platform, but a bolt action like a Ruger Ranch or Howa might be a safe bet to go a little warmer.

My handload was/is a 155gr Hornady ELD-M over 25.0 gr RL-7, loaded to OAL of 2.26". Thise is getting 2140 fps in a 16" barrel, and about 2 moa accurate from the 16" AR carbine.





50 yards,






100 yards,






From the 20" rifle at 100 yards. Velocity should be about 2200 fps from the 20" barrel...maybe a little more. I need to chrono test it.