Cartridge comparison
6.5x63mm Messner Magnum vs 6.8 Western
6.5x63mm Messner Magnum and 6.8 Western are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 6.5x63mm Messner Magnum | 6.8 Western | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2002 | 2021 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.2642″ | 0.277″ |
| Case length | 2.4803″ | 2.0201″ |
| Max pressure | 63,817 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 17.7–20 ft·lb | 16–25 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 400 yd | 700 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.
