Lindcott Armory Compare / .44 AMP vs .44 Magnum
Cartridge comparison
.44 AMP vs .44 Magnum
.44 Magnum is faster (1,650 vs 1,600 fps); .44 AMP carries more energy (1,364 vs 1,200 ft·lb); .44 AMP recoils less.
.44 AMP →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.44 Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .44 AMP | .44 Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Revolver |
| Introduced | 1971 | 1955 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.429″ | 0.429″ |
| Case length | 1.298″ | 1.285″ |
| Velocity | 1,300–1,600 fps | 1,200–1,650 fps |
| Energy | 676–1,364 ft·lb | 750–1,200 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 25,000 psi | 36,000 psi |
| Recoil | 20–30 ft·lb | 22–35 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 100 yd | 150 yd |
FAQs
- Is .44 AMP faster than .44 Magnum?
- .44 Magnum is faster — up to 1,650 fps versus 1,600 fps.
- Does .44 AMP hit harder than .44 Magnum?
- .44 AMP carries more muzzle energy (1,364 vs 1,200 ft·lb).