Lindcott Armory Compare / .32 S&W Long vs 7.62x38mmR Nagant
Cartridge comparison
.32 S&W Long vs 7.62x38mmR Nagant
7.62x38mmR Nagant is faster (1,100 vs 800 fps); 7.62x38mmR Nagant carries more energy (290 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 ↗
7.62x38mmR Nagant →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .32 S&W Long | 7.62x38mmR Nagant | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Revolver | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1896 | 1895 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.312″ | 0.308″ |
| Case length | 0.92″ | 1.528″ |
| Velocity | 700–800 fps | 900–1,100 fps |
| Energy | 107–139 ft·lb | 174–290 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 15,000 psi | 18,900 psi |
| Recoil | 1.5–3 ft·lb | 2–3.5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 25 yd |
FAQs
- Is .32 S&W Long faster than 7.62x38mmR Nagant?
- 7.62x38mmR Nagant is faster — up to 1,100 fps versus 800 fps.
- Does .32 S&W Long hit harder than 7.62x38mmR Nagant?
- 7.62x38mmR Nagant carries more muzzle energy (290 vs 139 ft·lb).