Lindcott Armory Compare / 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire vs 6mm-284
Cartridge comparison
6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire vs 6mm-284
6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire is faster (4,200 vs 3,500 fps); 6mm-284 carries more energy (3,100 vs 2,200 ft·lb).
6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6mm-284 →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire | 6mm-284 | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1997 | 1960 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.243″ | 0.243″ |
| Case length | 2.82″ | 2.17″ |
| Velocity | 3,700–4,200 fps | 3,200–3,500 fps |
| Energy | 1,700–2,200 ft·lb | 2,500–3,100 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 66,718 psi | 62,000 psi |
| Recoil | — | 5–8 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 300 yd | 800 yd |
FAQs
- Is 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire faster than 6mm-284?
- 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire is faster — up to 4,200 fps versus 3,500 fps.
- Does 6.17 Lazzeroni Spitfire hit harder than 6mm-284?
- 6mm-284 carries more muzzle energy (3,100 vs 2,200 ft·lb).