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| .41 Short Colt | |
|---|---|
 .41 Short Colt cartridge | |
| Type | Revolver |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Designed | 1873 |
| Manufacturer | Colt's Manufacturing Company |
| Produced | 1875–1939 |
| Specifications | |
| Bullet diameter | .402 in (10.2 mm) |
| Neck diameter | .406 in (10.3 mm) |
| Base diameter | .406 in (10.3 mm) |
| Rim diameter | .451 in (11.5 mm) |
| Case length | .637 in (16.2 mm) |
| Overall length | 1,057 |
The.41 Short Colt (10.2x16mmR) cartridge was created in 1873 forColt'ssingle-action "New Line" revolver.
This revolver cartridge was introduced to the American market for theNew Line S A. revolver in 1873. The cartridge has a larger edge diameter than the cartridges of newer designs for trigger-tension revolvers. It can be used in these weapons, but it is necessary to charge every other chamber. After the introduction of revolvers with trigger tensioning, the production of this cartridge was terminated. The .41 Short Colt could be used in revolvers chambered for.41 Long Colt interchangeably. Both cartridges originally had an outside lubricated bullet with a small diameter heel fitting the neck of the case.[1]
