What is the .256 Winchester Magnum (handgun?)?

The .256 Winchester Magnum (handgun?) is a factory rifle/pistol cartridge in the Winchester Magnum family, introduced in 1960.

What bullet diameter does the .256 Winchester Magnum (handgun?) use?

The .256 Winchester Magnum (handgun?) uses a bullet diameter of 0.257 inches.

The .256 Winchester Magnum (handgun?) has a Rimmed Bottlenecked case type.

The .256 Winchester Magnum (handgun?) uses a Small Pistol (.175") primer.

The Winchester Magnum family includes the .256 Winchester Magnum (handgun?) and other related cartridges. Browse the full family on OpenCartridge.

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