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If you run an AK, SKS, or Ruger Mini-30 and you reload your own 7.62x39mm, these Berry's 123 grain plated bullets are about as practical as it gets for stacking up range ammo. They measure a true .311" diameter, which is the standard bore size for the cartridge, and 123 grains is the classic weight that these rifles were designed around. You get a thousand projectiles in the box, which goes a long way at the loading bench.
Every bullet starts as a swaged lead core that gets electroplated with copper, then re-struck in a die to bring it back to a precise final dimension. That plating fully encases the lead, so there's no exposed core and a lot less smoke and residue than you'd get with bare lead. The result shoots clean, feeds smooth, and performs a lot like a traditional full metal jacket at a friendlier price point.
Plated bullets like these like to be treated gently. The common approach is to use mid-range jacketed or hard cast load data and stay under the listed velocity ceiling so you don't strip the plating. For this .311 123 grain bullet, Berry's lists a maximum velocity of 2000 fps, which covers the vast majority of standard 7.62x39mm plinking and practice loads with room to spare. Go easy on the case mouth flare and crimp so you don't gouge the copper, and you'll get consistent, repeatable rounds.
Berry's has been a family-run operation building plated bullets for decades, and the reputation comes from consistency. Reloaders regularly mention how uniform the dimensions and weight are box to box, which keeps your powder charges and seating depth predictable. For anyone feeding a hungry AK or SKS without burning through factory ammo, this is a proven, dependable projectile.
No, these are unloaded projectiles only, meant for handloaders who assemble their own cartridges. You'll still need brass, primers, and powder to build complete rounds. They come as a 1000 count box of bullets ready for the reloading bench.
They measure a true .311" diameter, which is the standard bore size for 7.62x39mm rifles like the AK, SKS, and Ruger Mini-30. The 123 grain weight is the classic load these platforms were built around. That combination makes them a natural fit for typical range and practice loads.
Berry's lists a maximum velocity of 2000 fps for this .311 123 grain plated bullet. Staying under that ceiling keeps the copper plating intact and your accuracy consistent. A good practice is to start with mid-range jacketed or cast load data and work up carefully.
The copper plating fully encases the lead core, so you get far less smoke and fouling than bare lead and no exposed core at the range. They typically run cleaner and cost less than full jacketed bullets, which makes them ideal for high-volume plinking and practice. Reloaders also appreciate how consistent Berry's dimensions are from box to box.
| UPC | 711148001599 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BRY00159 |
| Caliber/Gauge | .30 Caliber (.311 Diameter) |
| Grains | 123 |
| Quantity | 1000 |
| Shipping Weight | 14.85 |
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