Lindcott Armory Compare / 12.7x108mm Soviet vs 14.5x114mm Soviet
Cartridge comparison
12.7x108mm Soviet vs 14.5x114mm Soviet
14.5x114mm Soviet is faster (3,350 vs 2,850 fps); 14.5x114mm Soviet carries more energy (24,000 vs 14,500 ft·lb); 12.7x108mm Soviet recoils less.
12.7x108mm Soviet →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
14.5x114mm Soviet →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 12.7x108mm Soviet | 14.5x114mm Soviet | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1934 | 1939 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.511″ | 0.571″ |
| Case length | 4.252″ | 4.488″ |
| Velocity | 2,750–2,850 fps | 3,250–3,350 fps |
| Energy | 13,500–14,500 ft·lb | 22,000–24,000 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 52,000 psi | 52,000 psi |
| Recoil | 80–110 ft·lb | 150–200 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 2000 yd | 2000 yd |
FAQs
- Is 12.7x108mm Soviet faster than 14.5x114mm Soviet?
- 14.5x114mm Soviet is faster — up to 3,350 fps versus 2,850 fps.
- Does 12.7x108mm Soviet hit harder than 14.5x114mm Soviet?
- 14.5x114mm Soviet carries more muzzle energy (24,000 vs 14,500 ft·lb).