Lindcott Armory Compare / .357 AutoMag vs .44 AMP
Cartridge comparison
.357 AutoMag vs .44 AMP
.357 AutoMag is faster (1,610 vs 1,600 fps); .44 AMP carries more energy (1,364 vs 810 ft·lb); .357 AutoMag recoils less.
.357 AutoMag →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.44 AMP →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .357 AutoMag | .44 AMP | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1971 | 1971 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.358″ | 0.429″ |
| Case length | 1.299″ | 1.298″ |
| Velocity | 1,500–1,610 fps | 1,300–1,600 fps |
| Energy | 624–810 ft·lb | 676–1,364 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 36,985 psi | 25,000 psi |
| Recoil | 5–8 ft·lb | 20–30 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 100 yd | 100 yd |
FAQs
- Is .357 AutoMag faster than .44 AMP?
- .357 AutoMag is faster — up to 1,610 fps versus 1,600 fps.
- Does .357 AutoMag hit harder than .44 AMP?
- .44 AMP carries more muzzle energy (1,364 vs 810 ft·lb).