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.44 S&W Russian

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Caliber .44 S&W Russian load data and technical Specifications

Caliber Specifications:

Caliber:
.44 S&W Russian
Standard / Datasheet:
C.I.P.
Bullet Diameter:
0.429" | 10.90mm
Primer Size:
Large Pistol (LP)
Max. Case Length:
0.970" | 24.64mm
Max. Cartridge Length / OAL:
1.430" | 36.32mm
Max. Standardized Pressure:
14504 psi | 1000 bar
Case Capacity:
27.1 Grains of Water
CID:
CID_716
  • The .44 S&W Russian is a centerfire revolver cartridge that was first introduced in 1870 by Smith & Wesson. It was originally designed for use in the Smith & Wesson Model 3 revolver, which was a popular choice among law enforcement officers and civilians during the late 19th century.The .44 S&W Russian cartridge has a bullet diameter of .429 inches (10.9 mm) and a case length of 0.97 inches (24.6 mm). It is a relatively low-powered cartridge, with a muzzle velocity of around 750 feet per second (230 m/s) and a muzzle energy of around 300 foot-pounds (410 J).Although the .44 S&W Russian is no longer a commonly used cartridge, it played an important role in the development of the .44 Magnum cartridge, which is a more powerful and versatile cartridge that has become a popular choice for handgun hunters and enthusiasts.

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    Barrel Length  Variation vs. Velocity - by Bullet Weight

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