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.416 Rigby
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Technical Specifications:
Caliber: | .416 Rigby |
Bullet Diameter: | 0.416" | 10.57mm |
Primer Size: | Large Rifle Magnum (LRM) |
Max. Case Length (l3): | 2.902" | 73.71mm |
Max. Cartridge Length / OAL: | 3.750" | 95.25mm |
Max. Standardized : | 47137 psi | 3250 bar |
Case Capacity: | 127.5 Grains of Water | 8.28 cm3 |
CID: | CID_694 |
Standard | C.I.P. |
Letztes Update: | 9/5/2024 |
- The .416 Rigby was developed in the early 1900s by John Rigby & Company in the United Kingdom. It was designed to be an extremely powerful round, capable of taking down large game and is commonly used for hunting applications. This cartridge quickly gained popularity with African big game hunters since it had superior penetration and stopping power compared to other rounds.
Since its release, the .416 Rigby has been used for hunting dangerous game such as elephant and cape buffalo as well as smaller animals like deer and wild boar. It is also known to be a very accurate cartridge, capable of maintaining long-range accuracy even with heavy charges when reloading.
The popularity of the .416 Rigby has endured through the years. Today it is still a favorite among many hunters due to its power, accuracy, velocity, and penetration capabilities. With proper care and maintenance, this caliber can provide reliable service for many years to come.
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Weight vs. Velocity - Suitable Bullets for this Caliber
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Barrel Length Variation vs. Velocity - by Bullet Weight
.416 Rigby load data available with the following bullets:
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