Lindcott Armory Compare / 7mm Nambu vs 8mm Nambu
Cartridge comparison
7mm Nambu vs 8mm Nambu
8mm Nambu carries more energy (250 vs 134 ft·lb); 8mm Nambu recoils less.
7mm Nambu →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
8mm Nambu →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 7mm Nambu | 8mm Nambu | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1902 | 1906 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.28″ | 0.32″ |
| Case length | 0.78″ | 0.866″ |
| Velocity | 1,000–1,050 fps | 900–1,050 fps |
| Energy | 122–134 ft·lb | 184–250 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 25,000 psi | 22,000 psi |
| Recoil | 2–4 ft·lb | 2–3.5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 40 yd | 25 yd |
FAQs
- Does 7mm Nambu hit harder than 8mm Nambu?
- 8mm Nambu carries more muzzle energy (250 vs 134 ft·lb).