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Cartridge comparison

.30 Herrett vs .309 JDJ

.30 Herrett and .309 JDJ are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.

Side by side

.30 Herrett.309 JDJ
TypePistolPistol
Introduced19711979
Bullet diameter0.308″0.308″
Case length1.6051″2.2252″
Max pressure55,000 psi42,000 psi
Recoil5–8 ft·lb
Effective range200 yd250 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.

ToolOverlay .30 Herrett and .309 JDJ trajectories with real loads in Ballistic Compare