Lindcott Armory Compare / .243 WSSM vs 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire
Cartridge comparison
.243 WSSM vs 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire
6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire is faster (4,200 vs 4,060 fps); 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire carries more energy (2,200 vs 2,033 ft·lb).
.243 WSSM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .243 WSSM | 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2003 | 1997 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.243″ | 0.243″ |
| Case length | 1.67″ | 2.82″ |
| Velocity | 3,600–4,060 fps | 3,700–4,200 fps |
| Energy | 1,582–2,033 ft·lb | 1,700–2,200 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 65,000 psi | 66,718 psi |
| Recoil | 8–12 ft·lb | — |
| Eff. range | 300 yd | 300 yd |
FAQs
- Is .243 WSSM faster than 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire?
- 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire is faster — up to 4,200 fps versus 4,060 fps.
- Does .243 WSSM hit harder than 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire?
- 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire carries more muzzle energy (2,200 vs 2,033 ft·lb).