5.6×57mmR
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
(Redirected from 5.6 x 57R)
| 5.6x57mmR [1] | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | |
| Place of origin |  Germany |
|
| Specifications | ||
| Case type | Rimmed | |
| Bullet diameter | 5.56 mm (.224") | |
| Neck diameter | .379 in (9.6 mm) | |
The 5.6x57mmR cartridge was created by Rheinisch-Westfälische Sprengstoffwerke (RWS) in Germany for hunting small deer. There are no dimensional or ballistic differences between the 5.6x57mmR round and the 5.6x57mm round (q.v.) other than that the former is rimmed.
[edit] Ballistics
Loads: 74 gr @ 1040 m/s (3380 ft/s) 60 gr @ 3700 ft/s
 |
This section is empty. You can help by adding to it. |
[edit] References
 |
This ammunition-related article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |
