Lindcott Armory Compare / .32 H&R Magnum vs .327 Federal Magnum
Cartridge comparison
.32 H&R Magnum vs .327 Federal Magnum
.327 Federal Magnum is faster (1,500 vs 1,200 fps); .327 Federal Magnum carries more energy (450 vs 300 ft·lb); .32 H&R Magnum recoils less.
.32 H&R Magnum →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.327 Federal Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .32 H&R Magnum | .327 Federal Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Revolver | Revolver |
| Introduced | 1984 | 2008 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.312″ | 0.312″ |
| Case length | 1.075″ | 1.2″ |
| Velocity | 1,000–1,200 fps | 1,200–1,500 fps |
| Energy | 190–300 ft·lb | 270–450 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 21,000 psi | 45,000 psi |
| Recoil | 4–6.5 ft·lb | 5–8 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 75 yd |
FAQs
- Is .32 H&R Magnum faster than .327 Federal Magnum?
- .327 Federal Magnum is faster — up to 1,500 fps versus 1,200 fps.
- Does .32 H&R Magnum hit harder than .327 Federal Magnum?
- .327 Federal Magnum carries more muzzle energy (450 vs 300 ft·lb).