.44 Russian

1870 · Smith & Wesson · 3 firearms in catalog

Also known as: .44 S&W Russian

Cartridge specifications

Bullet Diameter10.9 mm (0.429")
Base Diameter11.18 mm (0.440")
Case Length24.6 mm (0.969")
Overall Length36.5 mm (1.437")
Typical Bullet Weight16.5 g (255 gr)
Typical Muzzle Velocity230 m/s (755 fps)
Typical Muzzle Energy436 J (322 ft·lbf)
Primer TypeLarge Pistol
Cartridge TypeRimmed
Introduced1870

Firearms chambered in .44 Russian