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7.62mm NATO United States

7.62mm NATO Low Recoil XM256E1 United States FA profile view.7.62mm NATO Low Recoil XM256E1 United States FA head view.

Details

TypeLow Recoil, XM256E1
ProjectileFMJ, GMCS, white tip, 1 smooth crimping cannelure
Casealuminum, taper crimp, greenish yellow anodized
Primerpercussion, flat, brass, ring crimp, white annulus
HeadstampFA
NotesThis round was reportedly manufactured in 1975.