Cartridge comparison
8x68mm S vs 8x75mmRS
8x68mm S and 8x75mmRS are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 8x68mm S | 8x75mmRS | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1939 | 1922 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.3236″ | 0.3236″ |
| Case length | 2.6575″ | 2.937″ |
| Max pressure | 63,817 psi | 55,114 psi |
| Recoil | 31.2–39.5 ft·lb | 27.2–30.1 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 400 yd | 300 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.
