8 x 72 R

The 8x72R is a vintage rimmed rifle cartridge developed in Germany in the late 19th or early 20th century. It was primarily designed for break-action rifles and combination guns used for hunting in Europe. The cartridge features an 8mm (.318-inch) bullet in a 72mm-long rimmed case, making it suitable for medium-sized game such as deer and wild boar. While once popular, the 8x72R is now considered obsolete, with limited ammunition production. However, some custom loaders and specialty manufacturers still produce rounds for collectors and traditional hunters who use vintage firearms chambered in this caliber.