11×59mmR Gras

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.

11x59mmR French Gras
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11×59mmR French Gras
TypeRifle
Place of originFrance
Service history
In service1874–1950s
Used byVarious
WarsVarious
Production history
Produced1874–1950s
Specifications
Case typeRimmed, bottleneck
Bullet diameter11.3 mm (0.44 in)
Neck diameter11.9 mm (0.47 in)
Shoulder diameter13.5 mm (0.53 in)
Base diameter13.8 mm (0.54 in)
Rim diameter16.9 mm (0.67 in)
Rim thickness1.9 mm (0.075 in)
Case length59 mm (2.3 in)
Overall length76 mm (3.0 in)
Case capacity6.17 cm3 (95.2 gr H2O)
Ballistic performance
Bullet mass/type Velocity Energy
25 g (386 gr) Lead 455 m/s (1,490 ft/s) 2,580 J (1,900 ft⋅lbf)
Source(s): Cartridges of the world.
11mm Vickers
Service history
Used byFrance & Great Britain
WarsWorld War I
Production history
ManufacturerVickers Limited
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