Lindcott Armory Compare / .357 AutoMag vs .357 Magnum
Cartridge comparison
.357 AutoMag vs .357 Magnum
.357 Magnum is faster (1,650 vs 1,610 fps); .357 AutoMag carries more energy (810 vs 750 ft·lb); .357 AutoMag recoils less.
.357 AutoMag →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.357 Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .357 AutoMag | .357 Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Revolver |
| Introduced | 1971 | 1934 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.358″ | 0.357″ |
| Case length | 1.299″ | 1.29″ |
| Velocity | 1,500–1,610 fps | 1,180–1,650 fps |
| Energy | 624–810 ft·lb | 450–750 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 36,985 psi | 35,000 psi |
| Recoil | 5–8 ft·lb | 12–20 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 100 yd | 100 yd |
FAQs
- Is .357 AutoMag faster than .357 Magnum?
- .357 Magnum is faster — up to 1,650 fps versus 1,610 fps.
- Does .357 AutoMag hit harder than .357 Magnum?
- .357 AutoMag carries more muzzle energy (810 vs 750 ft·lb).