Lindcott Armory Compare / .38 Super vs 9x23mm Winchester
Cartridge comparison
.38 Super vs 9x23mm Winchester
9x23mm Winchester is faster (1,450 vs 1,400 fps); 9x23mm Winchester carries more energy (583 vs 500 ft·lb); .38 Super recoils less.
.38 Super →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
9x23mm Winchester →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .38 Super | 9x23mm Winchester | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1929 | 1996 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.356″ | 0.356″ |
| Case length | 0.9″ | 0.9″ |
| Velocity | 1,200–1,400 fps | 1,400–1,450 fps |
| Energy | 385–500 ft·lb | 539–583 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 36,500 psi | 55,000 psi |
| Recoil | 3–5 ft·lb | 4–6.5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 100 yd |
FAQs
- Is .38 Super faster than 9x23mm Winchester?
- 9x23mm Winchester is faster — up to 1,450 fps versus 1,400 fps.
- Does .38 Super hit harder than 9x23mm Winchester?
- 9x23mm Winchester carries more muzzle energy (583 vs 500 ft·lb).