Lindcott Armory Compare / .32 ACP vs 8mm Nambu
Cartridge comparison
.32 ACP vs 8mm Nambu
8mm Nambu carries more energy (250 vs 160 ft·lb); .32 ACP recoils less.
.32 ACP →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
8mm Nambu →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .32 ACP | 8mm Nambu | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1899 | 1906 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.312″ | 0.32″ |
| Case length | 0.68″ | 0.866″ |
| Velocity | 900–1,050 fps | 900–1,050 fps |
| Energy | 120–160 ft·lb | 184–250 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 20,500 psi | 22,000 psi |
| Recoil | 1.5–2.5 ft·lb | 2–3.5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 25 yd | 25 yd |
FAQs
- Does .32 ACP hit harder than 8mm Nambu?
- 8mm Nambu carries more muzzle energy (250 vs 160 ft·lb).