Cartridge comparison
.25-21 Stevens vs 6.5x53mmR
.25-21 Stevens and 6.5x53mmR are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| .25-21 Stevens | 6.5x53mmR | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1897 | 1892 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.257″ | 0.2619″ |
| Case length | 2.05″ | 2.1059″ |
| Max pressure | 18,000 psi | 46,000 psi |
| Recoil | 0.89–1 ft·lb | 13.2–14 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 200 yd | 500 yd |
| SAAMI | Not SAAMI standardized | Not SAAMI standardized |
| CIP | Not standardized | Not standardized |
| Obsolete | 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.
