Lindcott Armory Compare / 9mm Luger vs 9x23mm Winchester
Cartridge comparison
9mm Luger vs 9x23mm Winchester
9x23mm Winchester is faster (1,450 vs 1,250 fps); 9x23mm Winchester carries more energy (583 vs 400 ft·lb); 9x23mm Winchester recoils less.
9mm Luger →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
9x23mm Winchester →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| 9mm Luger | 9x23mm Winchester | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1902 | 1996 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.355″ | 0.356″ |
| Case length | 0.754″ | 0.9″ |
| Velocity | 990–1,250 fps | 1,400–1,450 fps |
| Energy | 300–400 ft·lb | 539–583 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 35,000 psi | 55,000 psi |
| Recoil | 5–8 ft·lb | 4–6.5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 100 yd |
FAQs
- Is 9mm Luger faster than 9x23mm Winchester?
- 9x23mm Winchester is faster — up to 1,450 fps versus 1,250 fps.
- Does 9mm Luger hit harder than 9x23mm Winchester?
- 9x23mm Winchester carries more muzzle energy (583 vs 400 ft·lb).