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8 x 51 mm Mauser
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Caliber Specifications:
Caliber: | 8 x 51 mm Mauser |
Standard / Datasheet: | C.I.P. |
Bullet Diameter: | 0.318" | 8.08mm |
Primer Size: | Large Rifle (LR) |
Max. Case Length: | 1.992" | 50.60mm |
Max. Cartridge Length / OAL: | 2.670" | 67.82mm |
Max. Standardized Pressure: | 49313 psi | 3400 bar |
Case Capacity: | 52.5 Grains of Water | 3.41 cm3 |
CID: | CID_1163 |
Last updated: | 3/12/2025 |
- The 8 x 51 mm Mauser is a type of medium-sized rifle cartridge developed by Ludwig Loewe & Company in 1888, and is still widely used today.The 8 x 51 mm Mauser utilizes a 175 grain full metal jacketed bullet that produces velocities over 2,500 feet per second at the muzzle with an energy level of 2,969 ft/lbs - making it a potent round suitable for taking down medium to large sized game animals. The relatively low recoil also makes it suitable for use in bolt action or semi-automatic rifles, greatly increasing its rate of fire compared to more traditional single shot rifles chambered in similar calibers.
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