.38-55 Win.

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Caliber Description

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Technical Specifications

Safety Standard / Application

C.I.P. / Rifle Caliber

Most Suitable Bullet Weights

175 - 325 Grains

Case Capacity / Average Charge

52 Grains of Water / 28.7 Grains

Average Muzzle Velocity / Energy

1883 fps / 1890 ft-lbf

Case Length / Max. C.O.L

2.085'' / 2.51''

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.38-55 Win.

9.5 x 66 SE v. Hofe