Lindcott Armory Compare / .32 ACP vs 7mm Nambu
Cartridge comparison
.32 ACP vs 7mm Nambu
.32 ACP carries more energy (160 vs 134 ft·lb); .32 ACP recoils less.
.32 ACP →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7mm Nambu →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .32 ACP | 7mm Nambu | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1899 | 1902 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.312″ | 0.28″ |
| Case length | 0.68″ | 0.78″ |
| Velocity | 900–1,050 fps | 1,000–1,050 fps |
| Energy | 120–160 ft·lb | 122–134 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 20,500 psi | 25,000 psi |
| Recoil | 1.5–2.5 ft·lb | 2–4 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 25 yd | 40 yd |
FAQs
- Does .32 ACP hit harder than 7mm Nambu?
- .32 ACP carries more muzzle energy (160 vs 134 ft·lb).