Why is a rifle more powerful than a handgun?

Rifles are generally more powerful than pistols because they have a longer cartridge that contains more propellant and the longer barrel provides more time for the gases produced by the propellant to accelerate the bullet.

Which is better shotgun or handgun?

Handguns are of course great for personal protection, if you are going to take the time and expend the energy to get good with them. You still need to practice with your shotgun and pattern loads at different ranges from up close to at least 15 yards. But in the end it’s the simpler and usually better choice.

What is the hardest gun to use?

Meet the 5 Most Complex Guns on Planet Earth

H&K P7: For the end user, the P7 is a simple pistol.
Breda Modello 30: Italy’s WWII light machine gun/automatic is widely considered to be one of the worst machine guns of the war, and for good reason.
FG 42:
Stgw 57:
H&K G11:

What damage can an AK 47 do?

The standard bullet, a 7.62x39mm, is highly lethal as it can travel up to 400 meters. The common AK-47 magazine holds 30 rounds and is flat with a curve in it to allow the bullets to feed properly. Other higher-capacity magazines, some holding twice or triple the normal amount, also can be used.

Which is better a shotgun or a pistol?

However, pistols are lacking in firepower compared to a shotgun or a rifle. A shotgun or a rifle needs two hands to use effectively, and they are longer in length compared to a pistol, making them harder to move around inside a house. Shotguns and rifles do have two distinct advantages over a pistol in a home defense environment, though.

What’s the difference between a handgun and a rifle?

Handguns are typically used for firing at stationary targets. The bore of a handgun barrel is usually made for only one specific caliber of ammunition.

Why does a rifle have a long barrel?

The rifle has a long barrel with rifling and thick walls to withstand high pressures. Rifling puts a spiral spin on a bullet fired from a rifle, increasing accuracy and distance. Rifles are typically used for firing at stationary targets. The bore of a rifle barrel is made for only one specific caliber of ammunition.

Which is better a 12 gauge shotgun or a handgun?

A 12-gauge shotgun firing 00 buckshot throws 12 .33-caliber lead pellets at one time into its target. Ouch. A 55-grain .223 bullet weighs significantly less than a buckshot load, but that bullet is traveling at a tremendous speed which allows it to impart a lot of force to the target, far more than common handgun calibers.