11×59mmR Gras
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The 11×59mmR Gras, also known as the 11mm Vickers, is an obsolete rifle cartridge. France's first modern military cartridge, the 11×59mmR Gras was introduced in 1874 and continued in service in various roles and with various users until after World War II.
Quick Facts 11x59mmR French Gras, Type ...
11x59mmR French Gras | ||||||||
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Type | Rifle | |||||||
Place of origin | France | |||||||
Service history | ||||||||
In service | 1874–1950s | |||||||
Used by | Various | |||||||
Wars | Various | |||||||
Production history | ||||||||
Produced | 1874–1950s | |||||||
Specifications | ||||||||
Case type | Rimmed, bottleneck | |||||||
Bullet diameter | 11.3 mm (0.44 in) | |||||||
Neck diameter | 11.9 mm (0.47 in) | |||||||
Shoulder diameter | 13.5 mm (0.53 in) | |||||||
Base diameter | 13.8 mm (0.54 in) | |||||||
Rim diameter | 16.9 mm (0.67 in) | |||||||
Rim thickness | 1.9 mm (0.075 in) | |||||||
Case length | 59 mm (2.3 in) | |||||||
Overall length | 76 mm (3.0 in) | |||||||
Case capacity | 6.17 cm3 (95.2 gr H2O) | |||||||
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Source(s): Cartridges of the world.[1] |
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Quick Facts 11mm Vickers, Service history ...
11mm Vickers | |
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Service history | |
Used by | France & Great Britain |
Wars | World War I |
Production history | |
Manufacturer | Vickers Limited |
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