Cartridge comparison
8x60mm J vs 8x60mm S
8x60mm J and 8x60mm S are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 8x60mm J | 8x60mm S | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1919 | 1928 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.3185″ | 0.3236″ |
| Case length | 2.3622″ | 2.3622″ |
| Max pressure | 58,740 psi | 58,740 psi |
| Recoil | 16–18.2 ft·lb | 19.2–22 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 300 yd | 300 yd |
| SAAMI | Not SAAMI standardized | Not SAAMI standardized |
| CIP | CIP standardized | CIP standardized |
| 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.
