Lindcott Armory Compare / 7.62x39mm Soviet vs 7.92x33mm Kurz
Cartridge comparison
7.62x39mm Soviet vs 7.92x33mm Kurz
7.62x39mm Soviet is faster (2,400 vs 2,250 fps); 7.62x39mm Soviet carries more energy (1,550 vs 1,405 ft·lb).
7.62x39mm Soviet →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7.92x33mm Kurz →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 7.62x39mm Soviet | 7.92x33mm Kurz | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1943 | 1943 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.312″ | 0.323″ |
| Case length | 1.528″ | 1.299″ |
| Velocity | 2,300–2,400 fps | 2,100–2,250 fps |
| Energy | 1,450–1,550 ft·lb | 1,220–1,405 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 45,010 psi | 49,313 psi |
| Recoil | 8–12 ft·lb | 8–12 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 400 yd | 400 yd |
FAQs
- Is 7.62x39mm Soviet faster than 7.92x33mm Kurz?
- 7.62x39mm Soviet is faster — up to 2,400 fps versus 2,250 fps.
- Does 7.62x39mm Soviet hit harder than 7.92x33mm Kurz?
- 7.62x39mm Soviet carries more muzzle energy (1,550 vs 1,405 ft·lb).