Lindcott Armory Compare / .327 Federal Magnum vs .357 Magnum
Cartridge comparison
.327 Federal Magnum vs .357 Magnum
.357 Magnum is faster (1,650 vs 1,500 fps); .357 Magnum carries more energy (750 vs 450 ft·lb); .327 Federal Magnum recoils less.
.327 Federal Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.357 Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .327 Federal Magnum | .357 Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Revolver | Revolver |
| Introduced | 2008 | 1934 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.312″ | 0.357″ |
| Case length | 1.2″ | 1.29″ |
| Velocity | 1,200–1,500 fps | 1,180–1,650 fps |
| Energy | 270–450 ft·lb | 450–750 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 45,000 psi | 35,000 psi |
| Recoil | 5–8 ft·lb | 12–20 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 75 yd | 100 yd |
FAQs
- Is .327 Federal Magnum faster than .357 Magnum?
- .357 Magnum is faster — up to 1,650 fps versus 1,500 fps.
- Does .327 Federal Magnum hit harder than .357 Magnum?
- .357 Magnum carries more muzzle energy (750 vs 450 ft·lb).