The 7.62x51mm isn’t the first thing to come to most folks’ minds when they think of a varmint hunting cartridge. But when he’s got Winchester on his side, there’s no stopping a hunter who’s determined to use his 7.62/308 rifle to take small game.

This round’s bullet was created by Sierra of Missouri. It is a hollow point – not one designed solely for accuracy, as it is ready and waiting to unleash terminal expansion as well. It’s a solid pick if you’re going up against predators, and equipped to manage an immediate threat to the shooter’s personal safety as well.

This round’s HP weighs in at 135 grains. That’s light, which could pose some difficulties if you were firing in a stiff crosswind. The payoff is a flat close-to-midrange trajectory, which is always a plus when you’re zeroing in on a smaller animal.

These American-made cartridges are loaded with reloadable brass cases and noncorrosive Boxer primers. The cases are new, albeit slightly discolored around their necks (which simply demonstrates that they were correctly heat-treated during manufacture).

200 Round Case

Features and Specifications:
Manufacturer Number: AU762135
Caliber: 7.62 NATO
Bullet Weight: 135 Grains
Bullet Type: Hollow Point
Muzzle Velocity: 3000 fps
Muzzle Energy: 2698 ft/lbs
Reloadable Brass Case
200 Rounds