Cartridge comparison
8.5x63mm vs 8x56mmR
8.5x63mm and 8x56mmR are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 8.5x63mm | 8x56mmR | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1985 | 1930 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.3382″ | 0.3307″ |
| Case length | 2.4803″ | 2.1949″ |
| Max pressure | 62,366 psi | 52,000 psi |
| Recoil | 22.1 ft·lb | 31.9–36.1 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 250 yd | 550 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.
