Lindcott Armory Compare / .22 TCM vs 4.6x30mm HK
Cartridge comparison
.22 TCM vs 4.6x30mm HK
4.6x30mm HK is faster (2,400 vs 2,000 fps); 4.6x30mm HK carries more energy (400 vs 355 ft·lb); 4.6x30mm HK recoils less.
.22 TCM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
4.6x30mm HK →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .22 TCM | 4.6x30mm HK | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 2012 | 1999 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.224″ | 0.18″ |
| Case length | 1.022″ | 1.181″ |
| Velocity | 1,875–2,000 fps | 2,300–2,400 fps |
| Energy | 312–355 ft·lb | 300–400 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 40,000 psi | 58,015 psi |
| Recoil | 4–6 ft·lb | 0.3–0.8 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 75 yd | 200 yd |
FAQs
- Is .22 TCM faster than 4.6x30mm HK?
- 4.6x30mm HK is faster — up to 2,400 fps versus 2,000 fps.
- Does .22 TCM hit harder than 4.6x30mm HK?
- 4.6x30mm HK carries more muzzle energy (400 vs 355 ft·lb).