Lindcott Armory Compare / .30 Mauser vs 7.62x25mm Tokarev
Cartridge comparison
.30 Mauser vs 7.62x25mm Tokarev
7.62x25mm Tokarev is faster (1,600 vs 1,500 fps); 7.62x25mm Tokarev carries more energy (500 vs 430 ft·lb); .30 Mauser recoils less.
.30 Mauser →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7.62x25mm Tokarev →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .30 Mauser | 7.62x25mm Tokarev | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1896 | 1930 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.308″ | 0.309″ |
| Case length | 0.986″ | 0.984″ |
| Velocity | 1,400–1,500 fps | 1,350–1,600 fps |
| Energy | 370–430 ft·lb | 340–500 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 32,633 psi | 36,259 psi |
| Recoil | 8–12 ft·lb | 12–17 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 75 yd |
FAQs
- Is .30 Mauser faster than 7.62x25mm Tokarev?
- 7.62x25mm Tokarev is faster — up to 1,600 fps versus 1,500 fps.
- Does .30 Mauser hit harder than 7.62x25mm Tokarev?
- 7.62x25mm Tokarev carries more muzzle energy (500 vs 430 ft·lb).