Lindcott Armory Compare / 12.7x108mm Soviet vs .510 DTC EUROP
Cartridge comparison
12.7x108mm Soviet vs .510 DTC EUROP
.510 DTC EUROP is faster (3,000 vs 2,850 fps); .510 DTC EUROP carries more energy (15,000 vs 14,500 ft·lb); .510 DTC EUROP recoils less.
12.7x108mm Soviet →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.510 DTC EUROP →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 12.7x108mm Soviet | .510 DTC EUROP | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1934 | 2003 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.511″ | 0.51″ |
| Case length | 4.252″ | 3.898″ |
| Velocity | 2,750–2,850 fps | 2,800–3,000 fps |
| Energy | 13,500–14,500 ft·lb | 13,000–15,000 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 52,000 psi | 55,000 psi |
| Recoil | 80–110 ft·lb | 60–80 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 2000 yd | 2500 yd |
FAQs
- Is 12.7x108mm Soviet faster than .510 DTC EUROP?
- .510 DTC EUROP is faster — up to 3,000 fps versus 2,850 fps.
- Does 12.7x108mm Soviet hit harder than .510 DTC EUROP?
- .510 DTC EUROP carries more muzzle energy (15,000 vs 14,500 ft·lb).