Cartridge comparison
24 Gauge vs 28 Gauge
24 Gauge and 28 Gauge are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 24 Gauge | 28 Gauge | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Shotgun | Shotgun |
| Introduced | 1880 | 1900 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.5787″ | 0.55″ |
| Case length | 2.748″ | 2.75″ |
| Max pressure | 12,038 psi | 12,500 psi |
| Recoil | 10–16 ft·lb | 10–16 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 25 yd | 25 yd |
Highlighted cells hold the clear edge where both sides have a number. Every figure is a range maximum from the reference; typical loads run lower.
Case profiles, to scale
Drawn to the same scale, so the proportions are true. Physical size varies with your screen.
