Lindcott Armory Compare / 9mm Luger vs 9x18mm Makarov
Cartridge comparison
9mm Luger vs 9x18mm Makarov
9mm Luger is faster (1,250 vs 1,100 fps); 9mm Luger carries more energy (400 vs 256 ft·lb); 9x18mm Makarov recoils less.
9mm Luger →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
9x18mm Makarov →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 9mm Luger | 9x18mm Makarov | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1902 | 1951 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.355″ | 0.365″ |
| Case length | 0.754″ | 0.709″ |
| Velocity | 990–1,250 fps | 1,000–1,100 fps |
| Energy | 300–400 ft·lb | 211–256 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 35,000 psi | 23,200 psi |
| Recoil | 5–8 ft·lb | 3–5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 50 yd |
FAQs
- Is 9mm Luger faster than 9x18mm Makarov?
- 9mm Luger is faster — up to 1,250 fps versus 1,100 fps.
- Does 9mm Luger hit harder than 9x18mm Makarov?
- 9mm Luger carries more muzzle energy (400 vs 256 ft·lb).