Lindcott Armory Compare / 10.4mm Italian Ordnance vs 11mm German Service
Cartridge comparison
10.4mm Italian Ordnance vs 11mm German Service
10.4mm Italian Ordnance is faster (755 vs 690 fps); 10.4mm Italian Ordnance carries more energy (224 vs 207 ft·lb).
10.4mm Italian Ordnance →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
11mm German Service →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 10.4mm Italian Ordnance | 11mm German Service | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Revolver | Revolver |
| Introduced | 1874 | 1879 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.422″ | 0.446″ |
| Case length | 0.89″ | 2.362″ |
| Velocity | 722–755 fps | 640–690 fps |
| Energy | 205–224 ft·lb | 178–207 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 18,000 psi | 18,000 psi |
| Recoil | 2–3.5 ft·lb | 2–3.5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 35 yd | 30 yd |
FAQs
- Is 10.4mm Italian Ordnance faster than 11mm German Service?
- 10.4mm Italian Ordnance is faster — up to 755 fps versus 690 fps.
- Does 10.4mm Italian Ordnance hit harder than 11mm German Service?
- 10.4mm Italian Ordnance carries more muzzle energy (224 vs 207 ft·lb).