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The actual bullet is exactly the same. The 10mm has a longer case, therefore more powder and more energy.

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Is a 45 caliber bigger than a 40?

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Which is a bigger handgun a 40 caliber or a 45 caliber?

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Can you shoot a 10mm out of a 40cal?

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Bigger caliber .40 or 9mm?

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Can you shoot 40 caliber ammunition out of a 10mm pistol?

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Can you fire a 40 caliber shell in a 10mm handgun?

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