Lindcott Armory Compare / .204 Ruger vs .220 Swift
Cartridge comparison
.204 Ruger vs .220 Swift
.204 Ruger is faster (4,225 vs 4,200 fps); .220 Swift carries more energy (2,154 vs 1,350 ft·lb); .204 Ruger recoils less.
.204 Ruger →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.220 Swift →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .204 Ruger | .220 Swift | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2004 | 1935 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.204″ | 0.224″ |
| Case length | 1.85″ | 2.205″ |
| Velocity | 3,900–4,225 fps | 3,700–4,200 fps |
| Energy | 1,000–1,350 ft·lb | 1,215–2,154 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 57,500 psi | 62,000 psi |
| Recoil | 4–6.5 ft·lb | 5.5–8 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 450 yd | 400 yd |
FAQs
- Is .204 Ruger faster than .220 Swift?
- .204 Ruger is faster — up to 4,225 fps versus 4,200 fps.
- Does .204 Ruger hit harder than .220 Swift?
- .220 Swift carries more muzzle energy (2,154 vs 1,350 ft·lb).