Lindcott Armory Compare / .32 S&W Long vs .327 Federal Magnum
Cartridge comparison
.32 S&W Long vs .327 Federal Magnum
.327 Federal Magnum is faster (1,500 vs 800 fps); .327 Federal Magnum carries more energy (450 vs 139 ft·lb); .32 S&W Long recoils less.
.32 S&W Long →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 S&W Long | .327 Federal Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Revolver | Revolver |
| Introduced | 1896 | 2008 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.312″ | 0.312″ |
| Case length | 0.92″ | 1.2″ |
| Velocity | 700–800 fps | 1,200–1,500 fps |
| Energy | 107–139 ft·lb | 270–450 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 15,000 psi | 45,000 psi |
| Recoil | 1.5–3 ft·lb | 5–8 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 75 yd |
FAQs
- Is .32 S&W Long faster than .327 Federal Magnum?
- .327 Federal Magnum is faster — up to 1,500 fps versus 800 fps.
- Does .32 S&W Long hit harder than .327 Federal Magnum?
- .327 Federal Magnum carries more muzzle energy (450 vs 139 ft·lb).