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.308 / 7.62 NATO

.308 Winchester ammo and the 7.62x51 cartridge are very similar to one another but are not technically identical. Despite the minor differences, the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers Institute has deemed the cartridges safe to use interchangeably.

The commercial load, .308, is an incredibly popular round among recreational shooters and hunters in the United States. Widely used to take down game such as whitetail deer, .308 with a specialty bullet can also be used to take down much larger game like caribou or black bear. Look for a number of soft point and expanding bullets available to hunters looking to use .308 in the field. Among these, Hornady's Interlock, Remington's Core-Lokt and Federal's Fusion line-up are extremely popular .308 cartridges for sale.

7.62x51 NATO, the military round, was actually derived from .308. 7.62x51mm ammo offers similar ballistics to 30-06 rounds but does so with a case that's slightly shorter, allowing less brass to be used in the manufacturing process and permitting military members to potentially carry more rounds at the same weight. Look for both 7.62x51 ammo and .308 Winchester ammo in stock in the following bullets or categories:

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  1. 200rds – 308 Federal Power-Shok 180gr. SP Ammo 200rds – 308 Federal Power-Shok 180gr. SP Ammo
    $244.95
    $1.22/ppr

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 1 Review

    11 In Stock

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    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    2640     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2570     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    180 Grain
    Ballistic Data Available
  2. 500rds – 308 Win Speer Gold Dot 150gr. SP Ammo 500rds – 308 Win Speer Gold Dot 150gr. SP Ammo
    $619.95
    $1.24/ppr

    24 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    2648     Casing Type
    Nickel-Plated Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2820     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    150 Grain
  3. 20rds - 308 Speer Gold Dot 150gr. GDSP Ammo 20rds - 308 Speer Gold Dot 150gr. GDSP Ammo
    $24.95
    $1.25/ppr

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 1 Review

    107 In Stock

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    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    2648     Casing Type
    Nickel-Plated Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2820     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    150 Grain
  4. 20rds – 7.62x51 PMC X-TAC 147gr. FMJ Ammo 20rds – 7.62x51 PMC X-TAC 147gr. FMJ Ammo
    $24.95
    $1.25/ppr

    114 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT)     Muzzle Energy
    2611     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2800     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    147 Grain
  5. 20rds – 7.62x51 Winchester 149gr. FMJ M80 Ammo 20rds – 7.62x51 Winchester 149gr. FMJ M80 Ammo
    $24.95
    $1.25/ppr

    148 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)     Muzzle Energy
    2575     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2790     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    149 Grain
  6. 200rds – 308 Win Hornady American Whitetail 150gr. InterLock SP Ammo 200rds – 308 Win Hornady American Whitetail 150gr. InterLock SP Ammo
    $254.95
    $1.27/ppr

    22 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    2649     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2820     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    150 Grain
  7. 20rds - 308 PMC X-TAC 168 Grain Sierra MatchKing OTM Ammo 20rds - 308 PMC X-TAC 168 Grain Sierra MatchKing OTM Ammo
    $26.95
    $1.35/ppr

    132 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Open Tip Match     Muzzle Energy
    2719     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2700     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    168 Grain
    Ballistic Data Available
  8. 20rds – 308 Federal Power-Shok 180gr. Soft Point Ammo 20rds – 308 Federal Power-Shok 180gr. Soft Point Ammo
    $26.95
    $1.35/ppr

    10 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    2640     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2570     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    180 Grain
    Ballistic Data Available
  9. 20rds - .308 Win. Hornady American Whitetail 150gr. InterLock SP Ammo 20rds - .308 Win. Hornady American Whitetail 150gr. InterLock SP Ammo
    $26.95
    $1.35/ppr

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 3 Reviews

    47 In Stock

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 3 Reviews

    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    2649     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2820     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    150 Grain
  10. 200rds - .308 Remington Express Core-Lokt 180gr. Pointed Soft Point 200rds - .308 Remington Express Core-Lokt 180gr. Pointed Soft Point
    $269.95
    $1.35/ppr

    28 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Pointed Soft-Point (PSP)     Muzzle Energy
    2620     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2743     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    180 Grain
  11. 200rds – 308 Win Hornady American Whitetail 165gr. InterLock SP Ammo 200rds – 308 Win Hornady American Whitetail 165gr. InterLock SP Ammo
    $269.95
    $1.35/ppr

    28 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    2670     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2700     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    165 Grain
  12. 20rds - .308 Remington Express Core-Lokt 180gr. Pointed Soft Point 20rds - .308 Remington Express Core-Lokt 180gr. Pointed Soft Point
    $27.95
    $1.4/ppr

    70 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Pointed Soft-Point (PSP)     Muzzle Energy
    2620     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2743     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    180 Grain
  13. 20rds - 308 Fiocchi 150gr. PSP Ammo 20rds - 308 Fiocchi 150gr. PSP Ammo
    $27.95
    $1.4/ppr

    92 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Pointed Soft-Point (PSP)     Muzzle Energy
    2518     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2750     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    150 Grain
  14. 40rds – 308 Win Remington UMC 150gr. FMJ Ammo 40rds – 308 Win Remington UMC 150gr. FMJ Ammo
    $55.95
    $1.4/ppr

    42 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Metal Case (MC)     Muzzle Energy
    2648     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2820     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    150 Grain
    Ballistic Data Available
  15. 200rds – 308 Win Federal Gold Medal 168gr. MatchKing BTHP Ammo 200rds – 308 Win Federal Gold Medal 168gr. MatchKing BTHP Ammo Video

    $299.95

    $284.95

    $1.42/ppr

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 7 Reviews

    45 In Stock

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 7 Reviews

    Bullet type
    Hollow-Point Boat Tail (HP-BT)     Muzzle Energy
    2619     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2650     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    168 Grain
    Ballistic Data Available
  16. 20rds - .308 Remington Express Core-Lokt 150gr. Pointed Soft Point Ammo 20rds - .308 Remington Express Core-Lokt 150gr. Pointed Soft Point Ammo
    $28.95
    $1.45/ppr

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 5 Reviews

    106 In Stock

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 5 Reviews

    Bullet type
    Pointed Soft-Point (PSP)     Muzzle Energy
    2648     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2820     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    150 Grain
  17. 20rds - .308 Remington Express Core-Lokt 180gr. Soft Point Ammo 20rds - .308 Remington Express Core-Lokt 180gr. Soft Point Ammo
    $28.95
    $1.45/ppr

    100 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    2743     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2620     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    180 Grain
  18. 20rds – 308 Hornady American Whitetail 165gr. Interlock Soft Point Ammo 20rds – 308 Hornady American Whitetail 165gr. Interlock Soft Point Ammo
    $28.95
    $1.45/ppr

    47 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Soft-Point (SP)     Muzzle Energy
    2670     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2700     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    165 Grain
  19. 200rds – 308 Win Federal Gold Medal CenterStrike 168gr. OTM Ammo 200rds – 308 Win Federal Gold Medal CenterStrike 168gr. OTM Ammo
    $289.95
    $1.45/ppr

    4 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Open Tip Match     Muzzle Energy
    2619     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2650     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    168 Grain
  20. 200rds - 308 Win Fiocchi 150gr. SST Polymer Tip Ammo 200rds - 308 Win Fiocchi 150gr. SST Polymer Tip Ammo
    $294.95
    $1.47/ppr

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 1 Review

    15 In Stock

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 1 Review

    Bullet type
    SST     Muzzle Energy
    2724     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    2860     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    150 Grain

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More on .308 & 7.62x51 Ammo

Here is a look at some of the most common questions shooters ask our customer service team when they're looking to buy .308 or 7.62x51 ammo.

What is the Difference Between the .308 Winchester and the 7.62x51 NATO?

In short, not much. The .308 is the civilian version of the 7.62x51, so these two cartridges have practically the same specs, with only slight variations in a few areas. They both have bullets measuring .308 inches in diameter and case lengths of 2.015 inches. The differences are minimal: for example, the .308 Winchester has a neck diameter of .3433 inches, while the 7.62x51 NATO has a neck diameter of .345. The overall length of the .308 Winchester is 2.8 inches, while the 7.62x51 NATO measures 2.75 inches. Looking at the two cartridges side-by-side, it takes an experienced, knowledgable eye to tell the two apart.

Can You Interchange the .308 with the 7.62x51?

Yes, although it depends on the firearm. First of all, let’s acknowledge the fact that these two cartridges do indeed have slightly different dimensions. However, these differences are so insignificant that, at least for loading, chambering, and firing, everything fits. The only major problem is shooting .308 Winchester cartridges from a firearm meant for the 7.62x51 NATO. The .308 Winchester has a stronger maximum pressure, so guns made for the 7.62x51 NATO may not tolerate the higher pressure, leading to failure. However, all guns that are made for .308 Winchester will take, and should safely fire, the 7.62x51 NATO. As always, speak with a gunsmith or consult the manufacturer before interchanging rounds.

What Type of .308 Cartridge Should I Choose for Hunting?

Generally the best hunting cartridges will be expanding rounds, which deliver larger wound channels for a fast, humane kill. This means you will want jacketed hollow points or soft nose bullets. Generally, full metal jackets are not recommended for hunting.

What Type of .308 Winchester Cartridge Should I Choose for Target Practice?

If you use the .308 Winchester or 7.62x51 NATO for target practice or competition, you will want jacketed hollow points. These rounds are ideal for high-volume target shooting with a semi-automatic rifle, as they allow for smooth feeding and less fouling in the barrel. To lower costs, you can choose lead round nose, although the feeding will not be as reliable and barrel fouling is more likely.

Is Steel-Cased Ammo a Good Choice?

Because this is a high-volume cartridge meant for semiautomatic weapons (and fully automatic in the case of the military), you'll sometimes see .308 ammo loaded into steel casings, which can be cheaper than brass cases. However, there is some concern about these products. Modern steel cases generally work well in semiautomatic weapons, and while steel itself tends to jam easier than brass, many steel cartridges have a coating that increases the smoothness of feeding. The steel ammunition that you find today is extremely reliable and will not harm your firearm outside of the typical wear that you’d have from any cartridge- steel, brass, or otherwise. To learn more about brass vs. steel cased ammo, check out this article at our blog.

Recent .308 / 7.62 NATO Reviews

  • ☆☆☆☆☆
    At 300 yds, shot deer just behind the shoulder went through a hit shoulder on other side, the round picked the deer up completely and dropped the thing dead on its side. Not a twitch, and the shoulder on the other side sounded like brocken glass inside. I give the .308 168 grain ballistic tip a thumbs up, my Remington 700 with Nikon scope loved the round ! I bought 6 boxes after that !
    Allen on 20rds - 308 Win. Ted Nugent 165gr. Tipped TTSX Boattail Ammo
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    These are super accurate in my savage model 10. Worked great on a black bear.
    Taylor Jackson on 200rds – 308 Federal Power-Shok 180gr. SP Ammo
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    Fast shipping of a quality, hard to find round. Will definitely order again.
    Pat on 20rds – 308 Win Remington Core-Lokt Tipped 180gr. Polymer Tip Ammo
  • ☆☆☆☆☆
    The most overlooked, underrated 308 load out there. Outstanding performance from a bonded bullet. It's technically made for Duty and Defense, BUT works well for hunting as well. Will easily take deer and hogs. Not much different than Federal Fusion except the nickel plated shell. Very good quality 308 load.
    Rob on 20rds - 308 Speer Gold Dot 150gr. GDSP Ammo