.257 Roberts

1934 · Ned H. Roberts · 1 firearm in catalog

Also known as: .257 Roberts, 257 Roberts, .25 Roberts

Cartridge specifications

Bullet Diameter6.53 mm (0.257")
Neck Diameter7.32 mm (0.288")
Base Diameter11.94 mm (0.470")
Case Length56.77 mm (2.235")
Overall Length71.12 mm (2.800")
Max Pressure379 MPa (54,000 psi)
Typical Bullet Weight7.45 g (115 gr)
Typical Muzzle Velocity884 m/s (2900 fps)
Typical Muzzle Energy2912 J (2148 ft·lbf)
Primer TypeLarge Rifle
Cartridge TypeRimless
Introduced1934

Firearms chambered in .257 Roberts