Cartridge comparison
5.45x18mm Soviet vs 5.7x28mm FN
5.45x18mm Soviet and 5.7x28mm FN are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| 5.45x18mm Soviet | 5.7x28mm FN | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1973 | 1990 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.2217″ | 0.2244″ |
| Case length | 0.7098″ | 1.1378″ |
| Max pressure | 25,382 psi | 50,038 psi |
| Recoil | 1.5–1.6 ft·lb | 1.4–2 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 25 yd | 200 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.
