.22 BB Cap (6mm Flobert)

1845 · Louis-Nicolas Flobert · 4 firearms in catalog

Also known as: .22 BB Cap, 6mm Flobert, .22 CB Cap, Flobert

Cartridge specifications

Bullet Diameter5.6 mm (0.220")
Neck Diameter6 mm (0.236")
Base Diameter6.8 mm (0.268")
Case Length8.9 mm (0.350")
Overall Length10.5 mm (0.413")
Typical Bullet Weight1.17 g (18 gr)
Typical Muzzle Velocity213 m/s (699 fps)
Typical Muzzle Energy27 J (20 ft·lbf)
Primer TypeRimfire
Cartridge TypeRimmed
Introduced1845

Firearms chambered in .22 BB Cap (6mm Flobert)