.300 Blackout vs 7.62x39mm
Part of our full caliber comparison chart — energy, drop and recoil for every rifle caliber side by side.
The .300 Blackout vs 7.62x39mm comparison examines two intermediate cartridges designed for different roles. The 7.62x39mm (123gr SP at 2,365 fps) produces 1,130 ft-lbs at 100 yards, outpacing the .300 Blackout's (150gr at 1,900 fps) 982 ft-lbs with supersonic loads. Both produce mild recoil: the .300 Blackout at 7.04 ft-lbs and the 7.62x39mm at 8.22 ft-lbs. The .300 Blackout fits standard AR-15 lowers and suppresses well with subsonic loads, while the 7.62x39mm has a long record of reliability in AK-pattern rifles.
Ammunition Parameters
.300 Blackout Parameters (Reference Load)
7.62x39mm Parameters (Reference Load)
.300 Blackout vs 7.62x39mm Ballistics Chart
Comparing bullet drop at various ranges between .300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm.
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.300 Blackout vs 7.62x39mm Energy Comparison
Comparing the muzzle energy and energy retention at various distances between .300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm.
.300 Blackout vs 7.62x39mm Recoil
Comparing recoil energy and impulse between .300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm.
.300 Blackout Recoil (Reference Load)
7.62x39mm Recoil (Reference Load)
Notes:
- Recoil calculations based on bullet weight, velocity, powder charge, and firearm weight
- Recoil energy indicates the felt force when firing the weapon
- Recoil impulse represents momentum transfer during firing
- Actual felt recoil can vary based on grip, stance, and firearm design
.300 Blackout vs 7.62x39mm Velocity
Velocity decay from muzzle to 500 yards for .300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm.
.300 Blackout vs 7.62x39mm Average Cost
Comparing cost per round and training affordability between .300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm.