Cartridge comparison
.223 WSSM vs .243 WSSM
.223 WSSM and .243 WSSM are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| .223 WSSM | .243 WSSM | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2003 | 2003 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.2245″ | 0.243″ |
| Case length | 1.6701″ | 1.6701″ |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 8–12 ft·lb | 8–12 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 500 yd | 400 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.