Lindcott Armory Compare / .25 NAA vs 9x18mm Makarov
Cartridge comparison
.25 NAA vs 9x18mm Makarov
.25 NAA is faster (1,450 vs 1,100 fps); 9x18mm Makarov carries more energy (256 vs 185 ft·lb); .25 NAA recoils less.
.25 NAA →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
9x18mm Makarov →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .25 NAA | 9x18mm Makarov | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 2002 | 1951 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.251″ | 0.365″ |
| Case length | 0.745″ | 0.709″ |
| Velocity | 1,200–1,450 fps | 1,000–1,100 fps |
| Energy | 140–185 ft·lb | 211–256 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 23,000 psi | 23,200 psi |
| Recoil | 1.5–3 ft·lb | 3–5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 100 yd | 50 yd |
FAQs
- Is .25 NAA faster than 9x18mm Makarov?
- .25 NAA is faster — up to 1,450 fps versus 1,100 fps.
- Does .25 NAA hit harder than 9x18mm Makarov?
- 9x18mm Makarov carries more muzzle energy (256 vs 185 ft·lb).