Cartridge comparison
6.5mm BRX vs 6.5x52mmR K&S
6.5mm BRX and 6.5x52mmR K&S are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 6.5mm BRX | 6.5x52mmR K&S | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2003 | 2012 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.264″ | 0.2646″ |
| Case length | 1.5598″ | 2.0394″ |
| Max pressure | 58,740 psi | 47,137 psi |
| Recoil | 7.1–8.4 ft·lb | 7.1–7.9 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 1000 yd | 250 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.
