Cartridge comparison
7mm International Rimmed vs 7mm TCU
7mm International Rimmed and 7mm TCU are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 7mm International Rimmed | 7mm TCU | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Handgun | Handgun |
| Introduced | 1975 | 1980 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.284″ | 0.284″ |
| Case length | 2.0402″ | 1.7598″ |
| Max pressure | 32,600 psi | 55,000 psi |
| Recoil | 6.8–9.5 ft·lb | 4.2–4.6 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 200 yd | 200 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.
