7.62 x 54R Steel Core Ammo (one spam can - 440 rounds) (no painted tip)
This original Soviet spam can contains 440 rounds of 7.62x54R LPS (light ball, steel core) ammunition, manufactured in 1977 at Factory 94 — the Lugansk Cartridge Works. These are military-grade rounds intended for use in battle rifles and machine guns, packaged in sealed tins for storage and field durability.
Can Markings Explained:
7,62 ЛПС ГЖ
7.62mm caliber
ЛПС = Steel-core light ball
ГЖ = Steel case (lacquered, non-reloadable)
Л94 - 77 - 188
Л94 = Factory 94 (Lugansk)
77 = Year of manufacture (1977)
188 = Production lot number
ВТ 102 77 C
Lot code, packaging line, or tracking info
Reinforces 1977 production year
440 ШТ.
Indicates 440 cartridges are sealed in the can
Use & Compatibility: This ammo is safe and effective for any rifle chambered in 7.62x54R, including:
Romanian PSL
Mosin-Nagant
SVD/Dragunov
Other Eastern Bloc bolt-actions and semi-autos
Note: This ammo is corrosively primed. Always clean your rifle thoroughly after shooting. Steel-core projectiles — some indoor ranges may restrict use due to sparking or backstop damage.