Lindcott Armory Compare / 8mm Lebel Revolver vs 8mm Rast-Gasser
Cartridge comparison
8mm Lebel Revolver vs 8mm Rast-Gasser
8mm Rast-Gasser is faster (787 vs 755 fps); 8mm Rast-Gasser carries more energy (173 vs 152 ft·lb).
8mm Lebel Revolver →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
8mm Rast-Gasser →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 8mm Lebel Revolver | 8mm Rast-Gasser | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Revolver | Revolver |
| Introduced | 1892 | 1898 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.323″ | 0.32″ |
| Case length | 1.07″ | 1.037″ |
| Velocity | 740–755 fps | 744–787 fps |
| Energy | 146–152 ft·lb | 155–173 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 18,000 psi | 18,000 psi |
| Recoil | 2–3.5 ft·lb | 2–3.5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 40 yd | 40 yd |
FAQs
- Is 8mm Lebel Revolver faster than 8mm Rast-Gasser?
- 8mm Rast-Gasser is faster — up to 787 fps versus 755 fps.
- Does 8mm Lebel Revolver hit harder than 8mm Rast-Gasser?
- 8mm Rast-Gasser carries more muzzle energy (173 vs 152 ft·lb).