Cartridge comparison
.204 Ruger vs 4.85x49mm
.204 Ruger and 4.85x49mm are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| .204 Ruger | 4.85x49mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2004 | 1980 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.2039″ | 0.197″ |
| Case length | 1.85″ | 1.925″ |
| Max pressure | 57,500 psi | 52,000 psi |
| Recoil | 4–6.5 ft·lb | 1.5–1.8 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 450 yd | 400 yd |
| SAAMI | SAAMI standardized | Not SAAMI standardized |
| CIP | CIP standardized | Not standardized |
| Obsolete | — | Obsolete |
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.
