Lindcott Armory Compare / .38 Long Colt vs .41 Long Colt
Cartridge comparison
.38 Long Colt vs .41 Long Colt
.41 Long Colt is faster (785 vs 770 fps); .41 Long Colt carries more energy (274 vs 200 ft·lb).
.38 Long Colt →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.41 Long Colt →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .38 Long Colt | .41 Long Colt | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Revolver | Revolver |
| Introduced | 1875 | 1877 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.357″ | 0.386″ |
| Case length | 1.031″ | 1.126″ |
| Velocity | 650–770 fps | 730–785 fps |
| Energy | 140–200 ft·lb | 237–274 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 13,000 psi | 13,000 psi |
| Recoil | 2.5–4 ft·lb | 2.5–4 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 25 yd | 35 yd |
FAQs
- Is .38 Long Colt faster than .41 Long Colt?
- .41 Long Colt is faster — up to 785 fps versus 770 fps.
- Does .38 Long Colt hit harder than .41 Long Colt?
- .41 Long Colt carries more muzzle energy (274 vs 200 ft·lb).