Lindcott Armory Compare / .303 British vs 7.92x57mm Mauser
Cartridge comparison
.303 British vs 7.92x57mm Mauser
7.92x57mm Mauser is faster (2,900 vs 2,690 fps); 7.92x57mm Mauser carries more energy (3,000 vs 2,600 ft·lb); 7.92x57mm Mauser recoils less.
.303 British →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7.92x57mm Mauser →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .303 British | 7.92x57mm Mauser | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1889 | 1888 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.311″ | 0.323″ |
| Case length | 2.222″ | 2.244″ |
| Velocity | 2,440–2,690 fps | 2,500–2,900 fps |
| Energy | 2,400–2,600 ft·lb | 2,400–3,000 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 49,000 psi | 56,000 psi |
| Recoil | 16–22 ft·lb | 12–16 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 600 yd | 800 yd |
FAQs
- Is .303 British faster than 7.92x57mm Mauser?
- 7.92x57mm Mauser is faster — up to 2,900 fps versus 2,690 fps.
- Does .303 British hit harder than 7.92x57mm Mauser?
- 7.92x57mm Mauser carries more muzzle energy (3,000 vs 2,600 ft·lb).