Lindcott Armory Compare / 9mm Largo vs 9mm Luger
Cartridge comparison
9mm Largo vs 9mm Luger
9mm Luger is faster (1,250 vs 1,200 fps); 9mm Luger carries more energy (400 vs 397 ft·lb); 9mm Largo recoils less.
9mm Largo →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
9mm Luger →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 9mm Largo | 9mm Luger | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1903 | 1902 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.356″ | 0.355″ |
| Case length | 0.91″ | 0.754″ |
| Velocity | 1,100–1,200 fps | 990–1,250 fps |
| Energy | 333–397 ft·lb | 300–400 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 34,084 psi | 35,000 psi |
| Recoil | 4–6.5 ft·lb | 5–8 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 50 yd |
FAQs
- Is 9mm Largo faster than 9mm Luger?
- 9mm Luger is faster — up to 1,250 fps versus 1,200 fps.
- Does 9mm Largo hit harder than 9mm Luger?
- 9mm Luger carries more muzzle energy (400 vs 397 ft·lb).