Lindcott Armory Compare / 10.4mm Italian Ordnance vs 8mm Rast-Gasser
Cartridge comparison
10.4mm Italian Ordnance vs 8mm Rast-Gasser
8mm Rast-Gasser is faster (787 vs 755 fps); 10.4mm Italian Ordnance carries more energy (224 vs 173 ft·lb).
10.4mm Italian Ordnance →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
8mm Rast-Gasser →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 10.4mm Italian Ordnance | 8mm Rast-Gasser | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Revolver | Revolver |
| Introduced | 1874 | 1898 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.422″ | 0.32″ |
| Case length | 0.89″ | 1.037″ |
| Velocity | 722–755 fps | 744–787 fps |
| Energy | 205–224 ft·lb | 155–173 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 | 40 yd |
FAQs
- Is 10.4mm Italian Ordnance faster than 8mm Rast-Gasser?
- 8mm Rast-Gasser is faster — up to 787 fps versus 755 fps.
- Does 10.4mm Italian Ordnance hit harder than 8mm Rast-Gasser?
- 10.4mm Italian Ordnance carries more muzzle energy (224 vs 173 ft·lb).