Lindcott Armory Compare / .357 SIG vs 9x23mm Winchester
Cartridge comparison
.357 SIG vs 9x23mm Winchester
.357 SIG is faster (1,510 vs 1,450 fps); 9x23mm Winchester carries more energy (583 vs 540 ft·lb); 9x23mm Winchester recoils less.
.357 SIG →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
9x23mm Winchester →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .357 SIG | 9x23mm Winchester | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1994 | 1996 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.355″ | 0.356″ |
| Case length | 0.865″ | 0.9″ |
| Velocity | 1,225–1,510 fps | 1,400–1,450 fps |
| Energy | 450–540 ft·lb | 539–583 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 40,000 psi | 55,000 psi |
| Recoil | 8–12 ft·lb | 4–6.5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 100 yd |
FAQs
- Is .357 SIG faster than 9x23mm Winchester?
- .357 SIG is faster — up to 1,510 fps versus 1,450 fps.
- Does .357 SIG hit harder than 9x23mm Winchester?
- 9x23mm Winchester carries more muzzle energy (583 vs 540 ft·lb).