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Revolver · SAAMI standardized

.41 Remington Magnum

Also known as .41 Magnum

Smith & Wesson and Remington's 1964 hunting revolver cartridge.

Caliber
0.41″ · 10.414 mm
Introduced
1964
Case
Rimless
Primary use
Hunting, Self-Defense
Status
Active

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EnergyBeing verified
Typical grains175 · 210 · 265 gr
Identity
Introduced
1964
Type
Revolver
Origin
United States
Inventor
Remington
Manufacturer
Remington Arms
Standard
SAAMI standardized
Status
Active
Availability
Common
Build
Case capacity
35 gr H₂O
Twist (typical)
1:18.75
Primer
Boxer Small Pistol
Case type
Rimless
Pressure & range
Max pressure
36,000 psi
Eff. range
100 yd
Recoil
10–16 ft·lb
Subsonic
Capable

Introduced by Remington Arms

Ballistics

Published velocity/energy data isn't available for .41 Remington Magnum.

Performance

Best for Withheld until verified
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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.

SAAMI · approximate
Measuremmin
Bullet ⌀ 10.410.410
Neck ⌀ 11.020.434
Shoulder ⌀ n/a
Shoulder angle n/a
Base ⌀ 11.020.434 ~
Rim ⌀ 12.500.492
Belt ⌀ n/a
Rim thickness 1.520.060
Neck length n/a
Case length 32.771.290
Overall length 40.391.590

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. .41 Remington Magnum is highlighted below.

Factory loads

Verification

Being verified

Advertised FPS, energy, and BC are withheld until loads clear verification.

Suitable powders

9 reloading powders listed for .41 Remington Magnum, fastest to slowest. Cross-reference in the finder →

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Firearms chambered in .41 Remington Magnum

12 models in the database chamber .41 Remington Magnum. Browse all →

Ruger Ruger GP100 .41 Mag 4.2-inchHenry Repeating Arms Big Boy .41 MagHenry Repeating Arms Henry Big Boy .41 Mag 20-inchHenry Repeating Arms Big Boy .41 Magnum 20-inchSmith & Wesson S&W Model 57 ClassicSmith & Wesson Model 357 Night GuardHenry Repeating Arms Big Boy .41 Mag 20-inchRuger Ruger Redhawk .41 Mag 7.5-inchFreedom Arms Freedom Arms Model 97 .41 Mag 5.5-inchTaurus Raging Bull .41 Mag 6.5-inchTaurus Model 415 .41 Mag 2.5-inchTaurus Tracker 627

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History

Smith & Wesson and Remington introduced this magnum revolver cartridge in 1964, designed to fill the gap between .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum. Initially conceived as a police cartridge with better terminal performance than .357 Mag but less recoil than .44 Mag. Never achieved the market penetration S&W hoped for; overshadowed by .357 and .44 Magnum.

FAQs

What twist rate does .41 Remington Magnum use?
.41 Remington Magnum typically uses a 1:18.75 twist rate.
What bullet diameter is .41 Remington Magnum?
.41 Remington Magnum uses a 0.41″ (10.414 mm) diameter bullet.
Is .41 Remington Magnum still in production?
.41 Remington Magnum is active; typical availability is common.
What is .41 Remington Magnum used for?
.41 Remington Magnum is primarily used for hunting, self-defense.
What are the best powders for .41 Remington Magnum?
Reloading powders commonly listed for .41 Remington Magnum include N350, Herco, Enforcer, Blue Dot, among 9 suitable options.

Sources & provenance

Data & sources. Specs compiled from the Lindcott Armory reference; availability counted from 73 live factory loads; the trajectory is modeled (point-mass), not measured. See methodology. Spotted an error? Report it →