6.8 Western
2021 · Winchester / Browning · 2 firearms in catalog
Also known as: 6.8 Western
Cartridge specifications
| Bullet Diameter | 7.04 mm (0.277") |
| Neck Diameter | 7.85 mm (0.309") |
| Base Diameter | 13.03 mm (0.513") |
| Case Length | 54.1 mm (2.130") |
| Overall Length | 72.39 mm (2.850") |
| Max Pressure | 448 MPa (65,000 psi) |
| Typical Bullet Weight | 11 g (170 gr) |
| Typical Muzzle Velocity | 895 m/s (2936 fps) |
| Typical Muzzle Energy | 4400 J (3245 ft·lbf) |
| Primer Type | Large Rifle Magnum |
| Cartridge Type | Rebated Rim |
| Introduced | 2021 |
Firearms chambered in 6.8 Western
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