Lindcott Armory Compare / .32 S&W Long vs 7.5mm Swiss Revolver
Cartridge comparison
.32 S&W Long vs 7.5mm Swiss Revolver
.32 S&W Long is faster (800 vs 755 fps); .32 S&W Long carries more energy (139 vs 121 ft·lb); .32 S&W Long recoils less.
.32 S&W Long →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7.5mm Swiss Revolver →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .32 S&W Long | 7.5mm Swiss Revolver | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Revolver | Revolver |
| Introduced | 1896 | 1882 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.312″ | 0.317″ |
| Case length | 0.92″ | 0.89″ |
| Velocity | 700–800 fps | 722–755 fps |
| Energy | 107–139 ft·lb | 111–121 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 15,000 psi | 26,800 psi |
| Recoil | 1.5–3 ft·lb | 2–4 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 40 yd |
FAQs
- Is .32 S&W Long faster than 7.5mm Swiss Revolver?
- .32 S&W Long is faster — up to 800 fps versus 755 fps.
- Does .32 S&W Long hit harder than 7.5mm Swiss Revolver?
- .32 S&W Long carries more muzzle energy (139 vs 121 ft·lb).