.500 Nitro Express

The .500 Nitro Express (13×76mmR) is a rifle cartridge designed for hunting large and dangerous game animals in Africa and India. It was primarily intended for double rifles, although single-shot rifles on the Farquarson action were also made. Heym produced at least one bolt-action configuration. The cartridge was commonly available in 3.00 inch (76 mm) and 3.25 inch (83 mm) versions.

Type

Rifle cartridge

Primary use

Hunting large and dangerous game animals

Common lengths

3.00 in (76 mm) and 3.25 in (83 mm)