6.5 x 55 Norweigian Krag

victorj19

Is this the same cartridge as the 6.5 x 55 Swedish Mauser?

charliemeyer007

wiki says so http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krag-Jørgensen

victorj19

Thanks. Was considering buying a die set if they weren't the same.

Jim

nemesisenforcer

It may be the same dimensionally but the Krag is rated for much lower max pressures than the Swede Mauser.

nononsense

victorj19,

You need to determine which model Krag you're asking about since the pressures will vary a bit.

Here is a quote to use as a guideline for reloading:

"Nonetheless, older rifles may benefit from milder loads. Modern European 6.5x55 rounds are sometimes loaded to a CIP maximum of 55000 PSI, but 6.5x55 rounds marked "safe for the Krag" are loaded to a milder 40600 PSI. SAAMI specifications call for maximum average pressure of 46000 PSI, sufficient for 2,380 ft/s (730 m/s) with a 160 grain bullet."

Better to be safe...

Best.

jonk

If you handload, not a problem. While you should load to a lower pressure than for a Swede Mauser the guide rib on the Krag bears against the receiver, unlike in the US Krag, creating a second (if small) locking lug. So it is a little stronger than the US model.