Question by Cameron Murphy: How much gunpowder in one bullet can an AK 47 withstand without blowing up the barrel or something?
Quite frankly I’m just curious to know how much power an AK 47 can take before serious damage to the weapon, care to enlighten me?
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Answer by Karley Taylor
check the maximum load data for 7.62x39mm. can be found on handloading forums and websites.
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eferrell01 says
150% of the maximum load. That is what they are tested with, and the fact that you have one is proof it stood the test. I don't know where you would find the recipe for a proof load. Just adding 50% more powder won't cut it a power increase is not linear with amount of powder.
bill says
The amount of powder in a factory loaded 7.62×39 is full, it could not hold any more, It could never be a double charge, but a handload is a different story. you put a full case full of bullseye in there and you can kiss that gun and everybody standing nearby, goodbye! The army used to send in rangers of some sort that would take the ammo cans apart, pull one bullet out of the case and replace it with a bullet with enough TNT to do in the shooter, and they would seal up the tin, leave no trace, and it would totally screw up the enemy, they would not trust the ammo, true story. Check it out.
Joshua says
Im just curious as to how many times you are going to post this. Go try it. We have never blew up an AK before.
lana_sands says
Curiosity killed the cat. Along with folks who like these "what ifs." Folks have spent $ & time making the specs for the loads on this gun. If you wish to play Ben Franklin and fly a kite with a key, be my guest.
John says
1. There are many different types of gunpowder and the type chosen will make a big difference in how much should be used.
2. There are other factors having to do with a cartridge besides the amount of gunpowder in it that contribute to the maximum load that a firearm will tolerate without breaking.
Your curiosity is worthwhile if it motivates you to learn more about firearms and ammunition. As it currently stands you don't have enough information to ask the question in a manner that would allow a useful answer.
Shafter says
30 grains of H 335 matched with a 123 gr. bullet–or 27 grains of H335 matched with a 150 grain bullet create abut 36,000 CUP in the casing of a 7.62 X 39. This based on reloading data. These are the highest pressures presented. For purposes of safety, I would say any pressure in excess of 38,000 CUP will be the starting point of case cracking. At that point, the round is no longer safe.
VLD says
It appears you have re-posted the same question http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AhVF…
free twinkies from 0 says
That really depends upon the size of the projectile that you're going to be firing. Some 7.62x39mm loads use 30+ grains of powder…. Consult a load chart and don't exceed recommended maximums.