Cartridge comparison
6.5x68mmR vs 6.5x72mmR
6.5x68mmR and 6.5x72mmR are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 6.5x68mmR | 6.5x72mmR | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1939 | 1892 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.2638″ | 0.2642″ |
| Case length | 2.6575″ | 2.8346″ |
| Max pressure | 56,565 psi | 47,862 psi |
| Recoil | 19.3–21.8 ft·lb | 8–12 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 400 yd | 200 yd |
| SAAMI | Not SAAMI standardized | Not SAAMI standardized |
| CIP | CIP standardized | Not standardized |
| Obsolete | 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.
