The Hornady BLACK 7.62x39mm with 123 gr Super Shock Tip (SST) is a high-performance rifle load that brings Hornadys reputation for ballistic consistency to hunting and range applications, offering 2350 fps muzzle velocity and roughly 1508 ft-lbs of energy for reliable terminal performance at typical engagement distances. As part of the Hornady BLACK series, this ammunition is engineered to feed and function across common platformsgas piston or direct impingement rifles, mid-length carbines, pistols and suppressed or unsuppressed setupsso you can trust it in AK-pattern rifles, SKS conversions, and modern sporting rifles with 7.62x39 chambers. The SST bullet profile promotes controlled expansion on game while maintaining retained weight and penetration, making it a strong choice for deer-size game and tactical training alike, and the brass cases and quality primers deliver consistent ignition and extraction cycle after cycle. Made in the USA and offered by Hornady, this cartridge suits hunters seeking dependable terminal effects, shooters who need reliable feeding in mixed-platform ranges, and those who want a proven 7.62x39 load with a match-minded ballistic signature for short- to mid-range engagements.