What twist rate does .32 S&W Long use?

.32 S&W Long typically uses a 1:18.75 twist rate.

What bullet diameter is .32 S&W Long?

.32 S&W Long uses a 0.312″ (7.925 mm) diameter bullet.

Is .32 S&W Long still in production?

.32 S&W Long is active; typical availability is common.

What is .32 S&W Long used for?

.32 S&W Long is primarily used for target shooting, self-defense.

What is .32 S&W Long based on?

.32 S&W Long is derived from the .32 S&W case.

What are the best powders for .32 S&W Long?

Reloading powders commonly listed for .32 S&W Long include No. 2, Bull's-Eye, Universal, HP-38.

Revolver · SAAMI

.32 S&W Long

.32 Long7.65x23mm

The premier target revolver cartridge of the early 20th century.

Caliber: 0.312″ · 7.925 mm
Introduced: 1896
Case: Rimmed
Parent: .32 S&W
Primary use: Target Shooting, Self-Defense
Status: Active

Velocity700–800 fps

Energy107–139 ft·lb

Typical grains85 · 98 · 100 gr

Identity

Introduced: 1896
Type: Revolver
Origin: United States
Inventor: Smith & Wesson
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Standard: SAAMI
Status: Active
Availability: Common

Build

Case capacity: 10 gr H₂O
Twist (typical): 1:18.75
Primer: Small Pistol
Case type: Rimmed

Pressure & range

Max pressure: 15,000 psi
Eff. range: 50 yd
Max range: 150 yd
Recoil: 1.5–3 ft·lb
Subsonic: Capable

Ballistics

Real trajectory computed from a representative load — Fiocchi Shooting Dynamics 98 gr, 780 fps, BC 0.120 G1 · 25 yd zero.

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Range	Velocity	Energy	Drop (in)	Drop (MOA)
0 yd	780	132	-0.9″	—
25 yd	758	125	0.0″	0.1
50 yd	738	118	-2.8″	-5.4
75 yd	718	112	-9.7″	-12.4
100 yd	699	106	-20.8″	-19.9
125 yd	681	101	-36.3″	-27.7
150 yd	663	96	-56.4″	-35.9
175 yd	646	91	-81.7″	-44.6
200 yd	629	86	-112.0″	-53.5

Point-mass G7/G1 drag model, standard atmosphere — within ~2% of reference solvers to 1000 yd; real barrels and conditions vary. Open in Ballistic Compare →

Performance

Best for DefenseHornady Custom XTP JHP85 gr · XTP JHP · 900 fpsBuy now →

Best for TargetFiocchi Shooting Dynamics98 gr · LWC · 780 fps · BC 0.120 G1Buy now →

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Dimensionscase measurements · scale drawing · size vs familiar rounds

Case dimensions — the scale drawing at the top of the page is built from these.

CIP TDCC · approximate

Measure	mm	in	✓
Bullet ⌀	7.92	0.312	✓
Neck ⌀	8.56	0.337	✓
Shoulder ⌀	n/a
Shoulder angle	n/a
Base ⌀	8.56	0.337	~
Rim ⌀	9.53	0.375	✓
Belt ⌀	n/a
Rim thickness	1.40	0.055	✓
Neck length	n/a
Case length	23.37	0.920	✓
Overall length	32.51	1.280	~

Size vs familiar rounds

Drawn at true 1:1 — every case is accurate relative to the others. Absolute size depends on your screen's pixel density, so measuring one against a real ruler may be off. .32 S&W Long is highlighted below.

Factory loads

In production — 18 active loads across 8 brands. Top 15 shown · see all 19 →.

Brand	Load	Grain	Bullet	FPS	ft·lb	BC
Fiocchi	Shooting Dynamics	98	LWC	780	132	0.120 G1
Hornady	Custom XTP JHP	85	XTP JHP	900	153	—
Sellier & Bellot	WC Target	100	LWC	787	138	—
Magtech	Magtech	98	LWC	787	135	—
Fiocchi	WC Target	98	LWC	787	135	—
Magtech	LRN	98	LRN	787	135	—
PPU	LRN	98	LRN	787	135	—
Hornady	Cowboy Action FP	115	Lead FP	750	144	—
Black Hills	Cowboy Action WC	98	Lead WC	750	122	—
Magtech	SJHP	98	SJHP	750	122	—
Magtech	LWC	98	Lead WC	750	122	—
Magtech	Sport LWC	98	Lead WC	705	108	—
Remington	Standard	98	LRN	705	108	—
Hornady	XTP	100	XTP	705	110	—
Fiocchi	Standard	98	LRN	705	108	—

Velocities are manufacturer-stated (test-barrel). Discontinued loads dimmed.

Suitable powders

4 reloading powders listed for .32 S&W Long, fastest to slowest. Cross-reference in the finder →

No. 2 Bull's-Eye Universal HP-38

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Firearms chambered in .32 S&W Long

12 models in the database chamber .32 S&W Long. Browse all →

Taurus 327 Federal Mag 6-shotTaurus Model 327 .327 Federal Mag 2-inchTaurus 327 Ultralite .327 FMTaurus 327 Federal Magnum 2-inchTaurus 327 .327 Federal MagHenry Repeating Arms Big Boy .327 Fed 20-inchTaurus Model 327Taurus 327 Federal MagnumRuger GP100 .327 Federal MagRuger GP100 .327 Federal MagnumRuger GP100 .327 Federal Mag 4.2-inchRuger LCR .327 Fed Mag 1.87-inch

Lineage

Immediate parent

.32 S&W

Direct descendants (1 · 2 total)

.32 H&R Magnum

Family TreeOpen .32 S&W Long in the interactive cartridge family tree↗

Connected reference

Loads19 factory loads for .32 S&W Long↗Reloading4 suitable powders — cross-reference↗FirearmsFirearms in .32 S&W Long↗ToolCompare ballistics↗

History

Developed by S&W in 1896 as a longer version of the .32 S&W Short. Achieved target-grade accuracy from revolvers with tight chambers. Was the cartridge of choice for centerfire target shooting before Olympic events standardized to .22 LR. Still used by Nagant revolver owners.

FAQs

What twist rate does .32 S&W Long use?: .32 S&W Long typically uses a 1:18.75 twist rate.
What bullet diameter is .32 S&W Long?: .32 S&W Long uses a 0.312″ (7.925 mm) diameter bullet.
Is .32 S&W Long still in production?: .32 S&W Long is active; typical availability is common.
What is .32 S&W Long used for?: .32 S&W Long is primarily used for target shooting, self-defense.
What is .32 S&W Long based on?: .32 S&W Long is derived from the .32 S&W case.
What are the best powders for .32 S&W Long?: Reloading powders commonly listed for .32 S&W Long include No. 2, Bull's-Eye, Universal, HP-38.

Sources & provenance

Data & sources. Specs compiled from the Lindcott Armory reference; availability counted from 18 live factory loads; the trajectory is modeled (point-mass), not measured. See methodology. Spotted an error? Report it →