.44 Remington Magnum

1955 · Elmer Keith / Smith & Wesson / Remington · 3 firearms in catalog

Also known as: .44 Magnum, .44 Mag, .44 Rem Mag, 10.9x33mmR

Cartridge specifications

Bullet Diameter10.9 mm (0.429")
Neck Diameter11.61 mm (0.457")
Base Diameter11.61 mm (0.457")
Case Length32.64 mm (1.285")
Overall Length40.89 mm (1.610")
Max Pressure240 MPa (36,000 psi)
Typical Bullet Weight15.55 g (240 gr)
Typical Muzzle Velocity450 m/s (1476 fps)
Typical Muzzle Energy1570 J (1158 ft·lbf)
Primer TypeLarge Pistol
Cartridge TypeRimmed
Introduced1955

Firearms chambered in .44 Remington Magnum

Cartridge family

Parent cartridge: .44 Special