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9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer

Also known as 9.5x57 MS · 9,5 x 57 M.-Sch. · .375 Rimless Nitro Express 2 1/4

The 9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer is a bottleneck rimless rifle cartridge originating in Austria, introduced in 1910..

Caliber
0.376″ · 9.55 mm
Introduced
1910
Case
Rimless
Primary use
Hunting
Status
Discontinued

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Velocity2,150 fps
Energy2,768 ft·lb
Identity
Introduced
1910
Type
Rifle
Origin
Austria
Inventor
Mannlicher (approx: name-implied maker)
Manufacturer
KynochOther specialist dealers
Standard
CIP
Status
Discontinued
Availability
Rare
Build
Case capacity
61.2 gr H₂O
Twist (typical)
1:11.8
Primer
Large Rifle
Case type
Rimless
Pressure & range
Max pressure
44,237 psi, CIP transducer
Eff. range
200 yd
Max range
3450 yd
Recoil
23–26 ft·lb

Ballistics

Representative trajectory · velocity only, no drag model · 100 yd zero0–500 yd
-70" -60" -50" -40" -30" -20" -10" 0" Line of sight 0 yd 50 yd 100 yd 150 yd 200 yd 250 yd 300 yd 350 yd 400 yd 450 yd 500 yd 100 yd zero 75″ drop @ 500 yd
Drop Zero

Velocity only, no drag model: no published ballistic coefficient is on file for 9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer, so this is the shape gravity alone gives the advertised velocity. Drag would steepen it. The tool below solves real loads through their published G1 or G7 model.

Open in Ballistic Compare
Parent case
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Representative trajectory — modeled from a single velocity input (no published BC for this cartridge yet).

Dimensionscase measurements · scale drawing · size vs familiar rounds

Case dimensions — the scale drawing at the top of the page is built from these.

CIP TDCC
Measuremmin✓
Bullet ⌀ 9.550.376
Neck ⌀ 10.230.403
Shoulder ⌀ 11.400.449
Shoulder angle 42.4°—
Base ⌀ 11.900.469
Rim ⌀ 11.900.469
Belt ⌀ ——
Rim thickness 1.200.047
Neck length 9.860.388
Case length 57.002.244
Overall length 75.002.953

Size vs familiar rounds

Drawn at true 1:1 — every case is accurate relative to the others. Absolute size depends on your screen's pixel density, so measuring one against a real ruler may be off. 9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer is highlighted below.

Reloading costestimate cost per round vs factory

Estimate your cost per round and how it compares to factory. Inputs are yours — nothing is stored.

Cost estimate only — not load data. Charge weight is your input; follow published manuals for safe charges.

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History

The 9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer was introduced in 1910 (Austria).

FAQs

What twist rate does 9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer use?
9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer typically uses a 1:11.8 twist rate.
What bullet diameter is 9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer?
9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer uses a 0.376″ (9.55 mm) diameter bullet.
Is 9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer still in production?
9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer is discontinued; typical availability is rare.
What is 9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer used for?
9.5x57mm Mannlicher-Schoenauer is primarily used for hunting.

Sources & provenance

Data & sources. Specs compiled from the Lindcott Armory reference; the trajectory is modeled (point-mass), not measured. See methodology. Spotted an error? Report it →

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