Cartridge comparison
.17 HMR vs .17 WSM
.17 HMR and .17 WSM are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| .17 HMR | .17 WSM | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rimfire | Rimfire |
| Introduced | 2002 | 2012 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.172″ | 0.172″ |
| Case length | 1.064″ | 1.2″ |
| Max pressure | 26,000 psi | 33,000 psi |
| Recoil | 0.16–0.2 ft·lb | 0.4–0.5 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 200 yd | 250 yd |
Highlighted cells hold the clear edge where both sides have a number. Every figure is a range maximum from the reference; typical loads run lower.
Case profiles, to scale
Drawn to the same scale, so the proportions are true. Physical size varies with your screen.
