The EFFECTIVE range is about 400 meters. If fired at an optimal angle of about 30 degrees of elevation, it will travel about 3123 yards or about 1.77 miles, but it will not be accurate.
In excess of two miles
About 400 meters
The SKS is designed to fire the 7.62x39mm cartridge, not the 7.62x54mmR. Attempting to shoot 7.62x54R ammunition from an SKS could cause serious damage to the rifle and pose significant safety risks to the shooter. It's crucial to use only the appropriate ammunition specified for the firearm to ensure safe and reliable operation.
No. PA does not require gun registration- and the SKS is not an assault rifle- it is a semi auto rifle with a fixed magazine.
SKS
@ 15,300 ft
One can purchase an SKS rifle from a variety of locations. These include a good hunting store, a rifle store, and some of the larger supermarkets such as Walmart.
Type of action has nothing to do with how far a weapon will shoot. Caliber and load is what matters.
how far does a 50 caliber sniper rifle shoot accuratly
@ 7 km
@ 1.5 miles
3-5 miles