Lindcott Armory Compare / 7.35x51mm Carcano vs 7.62x39mm Soviet
Cartridge comparison
7.35x51mm Carcano vs 7.62x39mm Soviet
7.35x51mm Carcano is faster (2,500 vs 2,400 fps); 7.35x51mm Carcano carries more energy (2,050 vs 1,550 ft·lb); 7.62x39mm Soviet recoils less.
7.35x51mm Carcano →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7.62x39mm Soviet →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 7.35x51mm Carcano | 7.62x39mm Soviet | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1938 | 1943 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.298″ | 0.312″ |
| Case length | 2.008″ | 1.528″ |
| Velocity | 2,400–2,500 fps | 2,300–2,400 fps |
| Energy | 1,825–2,050 ft·lb | 1,450–1,550 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 51,000 psi | 45,010 psi |
| Recoil | 11–15 ft·lb | 8–12 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 600 yd | 400 yd |
FAQs
- Is 7.35x51mm Carcano faster than 7.62x39mm Soviet?
- 7.35x51mm Carcano is faster — up to 2,500 fps versus 2,400 fps.
- Does 7.35x51mm Carcano hit harder than 7.62x39mm Soviet?
- 7.35x51mm Carcano carries more muzzle energy (2,050 vs 1,550 ft·lb).