Lindcott Armory Compare / .357 Magnum vs 9mm Luger
Cartridge comparison
.357 Magnum vs 9mm Luger
.357 Magnum is faster (1,650 vs 1,250 fps); .357 Magnum carries more energy (750 vs 400 ft·lb); 9mm Luger recoils less.
.357 Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
9mm Luger →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .357 Magnum | 9mm Luger | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Revolver | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1934 | 1902 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.357″ | 0.355″ |
| Case length | 1.29″ | 0.754″ |
| Velocity | 1,180–1,650 fps | 990–1,250 fps |
| Energy | 450–750 ft·lb | 300–400 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 35,000 psi | 35,000 psi |
| Recoil | 12–20 ft·lb | 5–8 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 100 yd | 50 yd |
FAQs
- Is .357 Magnum faster than 9mm Luger?
- .357 Magnum is faster — up to 1,650 fps versus 1,250 fps.
- Does .357 Magnum hit harder than 9mm Luger?
- .357 Magnum carries more muzzle energy (750 vs 400 ft·lb).