Figures for the year of introduction of this modern English cartridge vary and are given as 1994-96. The cartridge is designed for repeating rifles and is also suitable for hunting big game. The 31.1 g projectile has an initial velocity of 720 m/sec which is a muzzle energy of 8060 J. The bullet was manufactured by Swedish ammunition manufacturer Norma. On the right is a 7.92x57 cartridge. Photo by.
Source:J.Hýkel, V. Malimánek "Charges for small arms" NV Prague 1998, A. Andersen, V. Andresen, T. Stromstad "Cartridge Cases", Norway 1995
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