| 5.6×57mmR | |
|---|---|
| Type | Rifle |
| Place of origin |
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| Specifications | |
| Case type | Rimmed |
| Bullet diameter | 5.56 mm (.224") |
| Neck diameter | .379 in (9.6 mm) |
The 5.6×57mmR cartridge was created by Rheinisch-Westfälische Sprengstoffwerke (RWS) in Germany for hunting small deer. There are no dimensional or ballistic differences between the 5.6×57mmR round and the 5.6×57mm round (q.v.) other than that the former is rimmed.