Cartridge comparison
8.5x55mm Blaser vs 9.3x62mm Mauser
8.5x55mm Blaser and 9.3x62mm Mauser are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 8.5x55mm Blaser | 9.3x62mm Mauser | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2019 | 1905 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.3382″ | 0.3661″ |
| Case length | 2.1535″ | 2.4409″ |
| Max pressure | 62,366 psi | 56,000 psi |
| Recoil | — | 22–30 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 350 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.