Lindcott Armory Compare / 7.62x39mm Soviet vs 9x39mm Russian
Cartridge comparison
7.62x39mm Soviet vs 9x39mm Russian
7.62x39mm Soviet is faster (2,400 vs 970 fps); 7.62x39mm Soviet carries more energy (1,550 vs 580 ft·lb); 9x39mm Russian recoils less.
7.62x39mm Soviet →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
9x39mm Russian →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 7.62x39mm Soviet | 9x39mm Russian | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1943 | 1987 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.312″ | 0.364″ |
| Case length | 1.528″ | 1.535″ |
| Velocity | 2,300–2,400 fps | 875–970 fps |
| Energy | 1,450–1,550 ft·lb | 418–580 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 45,010 psi | 56,000 psi |
| Recoil | 8–12 ft·lb | 3–5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 400 yd | 300 yd |
FAQs
- Is 7.62x39mm Soviet faster than 9x39mm Russian?
- 7.62x39mm Soviet is faster — up to 2,400 fps versus 970 fps.
- Does 7.62x39mm Soviet hit harder than 9x39mm Russian?
- 7.62x39mm Soviet carries more muzzle energy (1,550 vs 580 ft·lb).