Lindcott Armory Compare / 7.62x54R vs 7.65x53mm Mauser
Cartridge comparison
7.62x54R vs 7.65x53mm Mauser
7.62x54R is faster (2,850 vs 2,625 fps); 7.62x54R carries more energy (3,000 vs 2,660 ft·lb); 7.65x53mm Mauser recoils less.
7.62x54R →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7.65x53mm Mauser →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 7.62x54R | 7.65x53mm Mauser | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1891 | 1889 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.312″ | 0.313″ |
| Case length | 2.115″ | 2.106″ |
| Velocity | 2,600–2,850 fps | 2,400–2,625 fps |
| Energy | 2,500–3,000 ft·lb | 1,972–2,660 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 56,000 psi | 56,000 psi |
| Recoil | 18–25 ft·lb | 11–15 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 1000 yd | 600 yd |
FAQs
- Is 7.62x54R faster than 7.65x53mm Mauser?
- 7.62x54R is faster — up to 2,850 fps versus 2,625 fps.
- Does 7.62x54R hit harder than 7.65x53mm Mauser?
- 7.62x54R carries more muzzle energy (3,000 vs 2,660 ft·lb).