Cartridge comparison
5.6x57mmR vs 5.6x61mm SE von Hofe
5.6x57mmR and 5.6x61mm SE von Hofe are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 5.6x57mmR | 5.6x61mm SE von Hofe | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1964 | 1937 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.2244″ | 0.228″ |
| Case length | 2.2323″ | 2.4016″ |
| Max pressure | 63,817 psi | 63,817 psi |
| Recoil | 7.9–9 ft·lb | 7.2–8.2 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 200 yd | 400 yd |
| SAAMI | Not SAAMI standardized | Not SAAMI standardized |
| CIP | CIP standardized | CIP 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.
