Cartridge comparison
4.38x30mm Libra vs 4.6x30mm HK
4.38x30mm Libra and 4.6x30mm HK are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 4.38x30mm Libra | 4.6x30mm HK | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 2002 | 1999 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.1685″ | 0.1831″ |
| Case length | 1.185″ | 1.2008″ |
| Max pressure | 62,366 psi | 58,015 psi |
| Recoil | 2.7 ft·lb | 0.73–0.8 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 50 yd | 200 yd |
| SAAMI | Not SAAMI standardized | Military standard |
| CIP | Not standardized | CIP standardized |
| Obsolete | Obsolete | — |
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.
