What kind of bullets go in a 38 revolver?
The . 38 Special comes in a wide variety of bullet types from (FMJ) full metal jacket to (SWC) semi-wadcutter. As with most other common calibers, the FMJ and MC bullets are used for range training and qualifications.
Can you shoot 38 S&W in a 38 special revolver?
38 S&W cartridge is slightly larger in diameter and a bit shorter than the . 38 Spl. cartridge in its standard load. These two cartridges, because of their length and diameter differences, do not and should not interchange.
What rounds fit in a 38 special?
.38 Special
| Bullet mass/type | Velocity | Energy |
|---|---|---|
| 9.53 g (147 gr) Cor-Bon FMJ | 900 ft/s (270 m/s) | 264 ft⋅lbf (358 J) |
| 8.1 g (125 gr) Hornady JHP | 900 ft/s (270 m/s) | 225 ft⋅lbf (305 J) |
| 8.1 g (125 gr) Underwood FMJ +P | 1,000 ft/s (300 m/s) | 278 ft⋅lbf (377 J) |
| 10.24 g (158 gr) Grizzly JHP +P | 975 ft/s (297 m/s) | 333 ft⋅lbf (451 J) |
What is the best bullet for a 38 Special?
5 Best . 38 Special Rounds for Penetration
- Winchester Defender +P, 130 gr JHP: 17.86 inches.
- Federal LE Tactical 129 gr JHP: 16.44 inches.
- SinterFire Special Duty 110 gr Frangible HP: 16.3 inches.
- Winchester SilverTip Super-X 125 gr JHP: 15.96 inches.
- Federal LE Hi-Shok 125 gr HP: 15.82 inches.
Is 38 long colt the same as 38 Special?
The 38 Colt is 1.031″ long and the 38 Special is 1.155″ long. You can always chamber a 38 Colt in a 38 Special but not always vise versa. As others have pointed out some late 1st Gen SAAs in 38 Colt may allow you to fully chamber the longer 38 Special cartridge in the cylinder.
What does plus P mean on 38 Special?
38 Super Auto ammunition has the “+P” designation.) To prevent firearm damage and possible injury, +P ammunition must be fired only in those firearms certified for it.