Description
Sellier & Bellot 7.62x54R Soft Point Ammo, 400 Rounds
Overview
This Sellier & Bellot 7.62x54R ammunition is a commercial soft point load in a 400-round case.
Each SB76254RB round uses a 180-grain semi-jacketed soft point bullet and new Boxer-primed brass.
It is built for hunting where legal, range confirmation, and use in compatible 7.62x54R rifle ammo setups.
Summary
This 7.62x54R soft point ammo ships as bulk 7.62x54R ammo with 20 boxes of 20 rounds.
It lists 800 m/s, or about 2,625 fps, from a 730mm test barrel.
The bullet is made for controlled expansion and good weight hold. That makes it a strong pick for 7.62x54R hunting ammo and 7.62x54R deer hunting ammo where legal.
Compared with surplus FMJ, it uses non-corrosive brass cases and an expanding bullet. That makes it a fit for hunting and steady range use.
Performance and Bullet Construction
Sellier & Bellot lists this load at 800 m/s, or about 2,625 fps, from a 730mm test barrel.
The SP bullet uses a lead core and a shaped jacket. This helps it expand fast, stay together, and hold weight well.
That design makes it practical 7.62x54R hunting ammo for medium to large game where legal.
Packaging and Quantity
Each case has 20 boxes of 20 rounds, for 400 rounds total.
That setup is useful for sight-in, range confirmation, and keeping a steady supply of 7.62x54R hunting rounds on hand.
The Boxer-primed brass cases also set it apart from many surplus 7.62x54R loads. Those often use corrosive primers, steel cases, or FMJ bullets.
Comparison to Surplus FMJ
Compared with surplus 7.62x54R FMJ ammunition, this Sellier & Bellot SB76254RB load is a better hunting choice.
It uses an expanding soft point bullet and a modern commercial brass-case build. It is boxer primed 7.62x54R brass case ammo made for clean use and solid performance.
Related Options
For related options, browse:
- 7.62x54R Ammo: https://bulkmunitions.com/rifle/bulk-7-62x54r-ammo/
- Bulk Rifle Ammo: https://bulkmunitions.com/rifle/
- Sellier & Bellot Ammo: https://bulkmunitions.com/sellier-bellot-ammo/
If you want to buy 7.62x54R ammo online, these pages help you compare more 7.62x54R commercial ammo and bulk rifle ammo.
Key Features
- Caliber: 7.62x54R
- Bullet Weight: 180 Grain / 11.7g
- Bullet Type: Soft Point / Semi-Jacketed Soft Point
- Manufacturer: Sellier & Bellot
- Manufacturer SKU: SB76254RB
- UPC: 754908510559
- Case Type: Factory Brass
- Primer: Boxer
- Muzzle Velocity: 800 m/s / approximately 2,625 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 2,753 ft-lbs, U.S. retail-listed
- Ballistic Coefficient: 0.305 G1 / 0.153 G7
- Sectional Density: 0.266
- Test Barrel: 730mm
- Quantity: 400 Rounds
- Packaging: 20 boxes of 20 rounds
- Best Use: Hunting where legal, range confirmation, compatible 7.62x54R rifle use
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details | |—|—| | Product Name | 7.62x54R – 180 gr SP – Sellier & Bellot SB76254RB – 400 Rounds | | Caliber | 7.62x54R | | Manufacturer | Sellier & Bellot | | Manufacturer SKU | SB76254RB | | UPC | 754908510559 | | Bullet Weight | 180 Grain / 11.7g | | Bullet Type | Soft Point / Semi-Jacketed Soft Point | | Case Type | Factory Brass | | Primer | Boxer | | Muzzle Velocity | 800 m/s / approximately 2,625 fps | | Muzzle Energy | 2,753 ft-lbs, U.S. retail-listed | | Ballistic Coefficient | 0.305 G1 / 0.153 G7 | | Sectional Density | 0.266 | | Test Barrel | 730mm | | Box Quantity | 20 rounds | | Case Quantity | 400 rounds | | Case Packaging | 20 boxes of 20 rounds | | Best Use | Hunting where legal, range confirmation, compatible 7.62x54R rifle use | | Buyer Note | This is commercial soft point ammunition, not surplus FMJ ammunition; confirm rifle condition, chamber fit, and local hunting rules before use |
Q&A
How does this Sellier & Bellot 7.62x54R load differ from surplus FMJ ammo?
It is a commercial 180-grain semi-jacketed soft point made to expand.
It also uses non-corrosive, Boxer-primed brass cases. That makes it different from many surplus loads, which may use corrosive primers, steel cases, and non-expanding bullets.
What performance specs are listed, and what test barrel was used?
Sellier & Bellot lists 800 m/s, or about 2,625 fps, from a 730mm test barrel, with 2,753 ft-lbs of muzzle energy.
The bullet’s ballistic coefficient is 0.305 G1 and 0.153 G7, with a sectional density of 0.266. Actual results can vary by rifle.
What exactly comes in the 400-round case?
The case has 20 boxes of 20 rounds each, for a total of 400 rounds.
That packaging works well for sight-in, range confirmation, and keeping a consistent bulk 7.62x54R ammo supply on hand.
What bullet construction does it use, and what is it intended for?
It uses a 180-grain semi-jacketed soft point with a lead core and a shaped jacket.
That design supports fast, controlled expansion and good weight hold. It is built for hunting medium to large game where legal, and for use in compatible 7.62x54R rifles.
What primer and case type are used, and is it corrosive?
These rounds use Boxer-primed factory brass cases and are non-corrosive.
This modern commercial build sets them apart from many surplus 7.62x54R options, including some 7.62x54R ammo for Mosin Nagant rifles.
Is this a good choice for deer hunting?
Where legal, yes. The soft point bullet is made for controlled expansion, so it suits 7.62x54R deer hunting ammo use.
As always, check local hunting rules before use.
