Lindcott Armory Compare / 8.6 Blackout vs 9x39mm Russian
Cartridge comparison
8.6 Blackout vs 9x39mm Russian
8.6 Blackout is faster (2,250 vs 970 fps); 8.6 Blackout carries more energy (2,815 vs 580 ft·lb); 9x39mm Russian recoils less.
8.6 Blackout →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
9x39mm Russian →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 8.6 Blackout | 9x39mm Russian | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2022 | 1987 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.338″ | 0.364″ |
| Case length | 1.685″ | 1.535″ |
| Velocity | 1,000–2,250 fps | 875–970 fps |
| Energy | 444–2,815 ft·lb | 418–580 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 62,000 psi | 56,000 psi |
| Recoil | 8–12 ft·lb | 3–5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 600 yd | 300 yd |
FAQs
- Is 8.6 Blackout faster than 9x39mm Russian?
- 8.6 Blackout is faster — up to 2,250 fps versus 970 fps.
- Does 8.6 Blackout hit harder than 9x39mm Russian?
- 8.6 Blackout carries more muzzle energy (2,815 vs 580 ft·lb).