Description
5.45×39 has been frustratingly hard to find in the US for years, which is why it matters that Norma stepped up to fill that gap. Their Range & Training line applies the same precision manufacturing they're known for to ammunition that AK-74 platform owners and enthusiasts desperately needed.
What Sets Norma's 5.45×39 Apart
The brass construction is what you'll notice first. Unlike steel-cased surplus options, brass cases extract cleanly and feed reliably even in rifles with tighter chamber tolerances. You get consistent primer ignition, uniform powder charges, and the option to reload. Norma used proven N70 contract brass and paired it with a 62-grain FMJ projectile that delivers repeatable velocity and performance round after round. For high-volume training sessions, that consistency matters.
Ballistic Performance Built for Your Rifle
You're looking at roughly 2,900 feet per second muzzle velocity and about 1,157 foot-pounds of energy. The 62-grain FMJ bullet performs well for target work and training drills at typical range distances. The cartridge itself is a smart design—smaller and lighter than 7.62×39, faster than many people expect, with noticeably less recoil than larger rifle cartridges but plenty of range capability.
Why Reloaders Are Paying Attention
Dedicated reloaders already know Norma brass is something special. It holds up better to repeated cycling, maintains consistent dimensions, and delivers the reliability serious handloaders expect. If you've been waiting for a source of quality 5.45×39 brass to reload, this is it. Even if you're not reloading yet, the fact that this brass is reloadable gives you longer-term value.
Built to Norma's Standards
You're buying 120 years of ammunition knowledge from a Swedish manufacturer that takes the craft seriously. These cartridges come with tight tolerances on primer seating and powder charges, so you get consistency from the first round to the 250th.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: 5.45x39mm
- Bullet Weight: 62 grains
- Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)
- Case Type: Brass
- Primer Type: Boxer (reloadable)
- Muzzle Velocity: 2,900 feet per second
- Muzzle Energy: 1,157 foot-pounds
- Headstamp: N70 5.45×39
- Quantity: 250 rounds per box
- Manufacturer: Norma Precision (Sweden)
- Manufacturer Part Number: 602608011
- UPC: 810036152631
- Application: Range training, target shooting, plinking
- Rifle Type: 5.45x39mm chambered rifles (AK-74 platform)
What’s Included
- 250 rounds of Norma Range & Training 5.45×39 62gr FMJ ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reload the brass cases from this Norma 5.45×39 ammunition?
Yes. Norma uses Boxer primers on this ammunition, which means the spent brass is fully reloadable. Many reloaders specifically purchase Norma 5.45×39 because of the quality and consistency of the brass, which holds up to repeated reloading cycles better than most alternatives.
Will this ammunition work in my AK-74 rifle or AR-based 5.45 build?
This ammunition is designed for any rifle chambered in 5.45x39mm, including both AK-74 pattern rifles and AR-platform builds. The brass case construction is actually advantageous in tighter chambers, providing more forgiving extraction than steel-cased alternatives.
How does the performance of this 5.45×39 compare to surplus or steel-cased options?
Norma's Range & Training ammo offers consistent velocity, clean-burning powder, and reliable cycling with the added benefit of brass cases that extract cleanly and can be reloaded. While surplus rounds may cost slightly less per round, Norma provides better consistency and quality control, along with the option to reload when surplus brass is no longer available.
Is this ammunition corrosive?
No. Norma uses non-corrosive primers on this ammunition, so you won't need to worry about corrosion in your barrel after shooting. This is one of the key advantages over older corrosive military surplus ammo.


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