Lindcott Armory Compare / 6.5x50mm Arisaka vs 6.5x52mm Carcano
Cartridge comparison
6.5x50mm Arisaka vs 6.5x52mm Carcano
6.5x52mm Carcano carries more energy (2,050 vs 2,000 ft·lb).
6.5x50mm Arisaka →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
6.5x52mm Carcano →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 6.5x50mm Arisaka | 6.5x52mm Carcano | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1897 | 1891 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.264″ | 0.268″ |
| Case length | 1.969″ | 2.047″ |
| Velocity | 2,300–2,500 fps | 2,300–2,500 fps |
| Energy | 1,750–2,000 ft·lb | 1,750–2,050 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 46,000 psi | 46,000 psi |
| Recoil | 10–14 ft·lb | 10–14 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 600 yd | 600 yd |
FAQs
- Does 6.5x50mm Arisaka hit harder than 6.5x52mm Carcano?
- 6.5x52mm Carcano carries more muzzle energy (2,050 vs 2,000 ft·lb).