Lindcott Armory Compare / 3mm Kolibri vs 4.25mm Liliput
Cartridge comparison
3mm Kolibri vs 4.25mm Liliput
4.25mm Liliput is faster (800 vs 650 fps); 4.25mm Liliput carries more energy (17 vs 4 ft·lb).
3mm Kolibri →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
4.25mm Liliput →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 3mm Kolibri | 4.25mm Liliput | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1914 | 1912 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.12″ | 0.167″ |
| Case length | 0.32″ | 0.41″ |
| Velocity | 600–650 fps | 750–800 fps |
| Energy | 3–4 ft·lb | 15–17 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 25,000 psi | 25,000 psi |
| Recoil | 0.1–0.3 ft·lb | 0.1–0.3 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 5 yd | 15 yd |
FAQs
- Is 3mm Kolibri faster than 4.25mm Liliput?
- 4.25mm Liliput is faster — up to 800 fps versus 650 fps.
- Does 3mm Kolibri hit harder than 4.25mm Liliput?
- 4.25mm Liliput carries more muzzle energy (17 vs 4 ft·lb).