Lindcott Armory Compare / .357 Magnum vs .400 Legend
Cartridge comparison
.357 Magnum vs .400 Legend
.400 Legend is faster (2,200 vs 1,650 fps); .400 Legend carries more energy (2,601 vs 750 ft·lb); .400 Legend recoils less.
.357 Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.400 Legend →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .357 Magnum | .400 Legend | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Revolver | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1934 | 2023 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.357″ | 0.4″ |
| Case length | 1.29″ | 1.65″ |
| Velocity | 1,180–1,650 fps | 2,000–2,200 fps |
| Energy | 450–750 ft·lb | 1,906–2,601 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 35,000 psi | 45,000 psi |
| Recoil | 12–20 ft·lb | 10–14 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 100 yd | 250 yd |
FAQs
- Is .357 Magnum faster than .400 Legend?
- .400 Legend is faster — up to 2,200 fps versus 1,650 fps.
- Does .357 Magnum hit harder than .400 Legend?
- .400 Legend carries more muzzle energy (2,601 vs 750 ft·lb).