Lindcott Armory Compare / 7.63mm Mauser vs 7.65x21mm Parabellum
Cartridge comparison
7.63mm Mauser vs 7.65x21mm Parabellum
7.63mm Mauser is faster (1,475 vs 1,350 fps); 7.63mm Mauser carries more energy (413 vs 376 ft·lb).
7.63mm Mauser →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
7.65x21mm Parabellum →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 7.63mm Mauser | 7.65x21mm Parabellum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1896 | 1898 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.308″ | 0.309″ |
| Case length | 0.99″ | 0.827″ |
| Velocity | 1,350–1,475 fps | 1,200–1,350 fps |
| Energy | 344–413 ft·lb | 297–376 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 32,626 psi | 34,100 psi |
| Recoil | 3.5–5.5 ft·lb | 3.5–5.5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 75 yd | 50 yd |
FAQs
- Is 7.63mm Mauser faster than 7.65x21mm Parabellum?
- 7.63mm Mauser is faster — up to 1,475 fps versus 1,350 fps.
- Does 7.63mm Mauser hit harder than 7.65x21mm Parabellum?
- 7.63mm Mauser carries more muzzle energy (413 vs 376 ft·lb).