Lindcott Armory Compare / 12.7x108mm Soviet vs .50 BMG
Cartridge comparison
12.7x108mm Soviet vs .50 BMG
.50 BMG is faster (3,000 vs 2,850 fps); 12.7x108mm Soviet carries more energy (14,500 vs 14,000 ft·lb); 12.7x108mm Soviet recoils less.
12.7x108mm Soviet →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.50 BMG →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 12.7x108mm Soviet | .50 BMG | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1934 | 1921 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.511″ | 0.51″ |
| Case length | 4.252″ | 3.91″ |
| Velocity | 2,750–2,850 fps | 2,800–3,000 fps |
| Energy | 13,500–14,500 ft·lb | 12,000–14,000 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 52,000 psi | 55,000 psi |
| Recoil | 80–110 ft·lb | 100–200 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 2000 yd | 2000 yd |
FAQs
- Is 12.7x108mm Soviet faster than .50 BMG?
- .50 BMG is faster — up to 3,000 fps versus 2,850 fps.
- Does 12.7x108mm Soviet hit harder than .50 BMG?
- 12.7x108mm Soviet carries more muzzle energy (14,500 vs 14,000 ft·lb).