Cartridge comparison
.38 Super vs 9mm Winchester Magnum
.38 Super and 9mm Winchester Magnum are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| .38 Super | 9mm Winchester Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1929 | 1977 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.3559″ | 0.355″ |
| Case length | 0.9″ | 1.1598″ |
| Max pressure | 36,500 psi | 45,000 psi |
| Recoil | 3–5 ft·lb | 3.5–5.5 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 50 yd | 100 yd |
Highlighted cells hold the clear edge where both sides have a number. Every figure is a range maximum from the reference; typical loads run lower.
Case profiles, to scale
Drawn to the same scale, so the proportions are true. Physical size varies with your screen.