Lindcott Armory Compare / .357 SIG vs 9mm Luger
Cartridge comparison
.357 SIG vs 9mm Luger
.357 SIG is faster (1,510 vs 1,250 fps); .357 SIG carries more energy (540 vs 400 ft·lb); 9mm Luger recoils less.
.357 SIG →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 SIG | 9mm Luger | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1994 | 1902 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.355″ | 0.355″ |
| Case length | 0.865″ | 0.754″ |
| Velocity | 1,225–1,510 fps | 990–1,250 fps |
| Energy | 450–540 ft·lb | 300–400 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 40,000 psi | 35,000 psi |
| Recoil | 8–12 ft·lb | 5–8 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 50 yd |
FAQs
- Is .357 SIG faster than 9mm Luger?
- .357 SIG is faster — up to 1,510 fps versus 1,250 fps.
- Does .357 SIG hit harder than 9mm Luger?
- .357 SIG carries more muzzle energy (540 vs 400 ft·lb).