>>64124451
>subsonic 7.62x39 can't cycle short platforms
All of the factory x39 sub loads cycle in my 9.5" barrel
The biggest issue with x39 is a lack of bullet development. You basically have SST or Barnes for domestic factory ammo, and those are not optimized for subs. Hornady had an opportunity to build a quality heavy for caliber bullet with the 255gr subx, but it doesn't expand beyond 9mm at subsonic velocities; a total abortion of a bullet
>>64129197
These bullets and the 130s are excellent hunters. The 130s can be loaded in x39 with CFE BLK