Lindcott Armory Compare / .32 H&R Magnum vs 7.62x38mmR Nagant
Cartridge comparison
.32 H&R Magnum vs 7.62x38mmR Nagant
.32 H&R Magnum is faster (1,200 vs 1,100 fps); .32 H&R Magnum carries more energy (300 vs 290 ft·lb); 7.62x38mmR Nagant recoils less.
.32 H&R Magnum →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7.62x38mmR Nagant →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .32 H&R Magnum | 7.62x38mmR Nagant | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Revolver | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1984 | 1895 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.312″ | 0.308″ |
| Case length | 1.075″ | 1.528″ |
| Velocity | 1,000–1,200 fps | 900–1,100 fps |
| Energy | 190–300 ft·lb | 174–290 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 21,000 psi | 18,900 psi |
| Recoil | 4–6.5 ft·lb | 2–3.5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 25 yd |
FAQs
- Is .32 H&R Magnum faster than 7.62x38mmR Nagant?
- .32 H&R Magnum is faster — up to 1,200 fps versus 1,100 fps.
- Does .32 H&R Magnum hit harder than 7.62x38mmR Nagant?
- .32 H&R Magnum carries more muzzle energy (300 vs 290 ft·lb).