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.38 Super Auto

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Caliber Description

Popular Load Recipes

- 125 gr FMJ, 5.0 gr Unique, CCI 500 primer, OAL 1.260", approx. 1150 fps
- 124 gr JHP, 6.2 gr Power Pistol, Federal 100 primer, OAL 1.250", approx. 1300 fps
- 130 gr FMJ, 5.8 gr Alliant Power Pistol, Winchester SP primer, OAL 1.260", approx. 1250 fps
- 115 gr JHP, 6.6 gr Accurate No. 5, CCI 500 primer, OAL 1.240", approx. 1350 fps
- 147 gr JHP, 4.8 gr Unique, CCI 500 primer, OAL 1.250", approx. 1120 fps
- 125 gr FMJ, 6.8 gr HS-6, Winchester SP primer, OAL 1.280", approx. 1350 fps
- 115 gr FMJ, 6.4 gr Power Pistol, Federal 100 primer, OAL 1.240", approx. 1300 fps
- 130 gr LRN, 5.0 gr Bullseye, CCI 500 primer, OAL 1.270", approx. 1150 fps

Always cross-check load data with a current manual before use. Start lower and work carefully up.

Cost per Reloaded Round

Technical Specifications

Safety Standard / Application

C.I.P. / Revolver / Pistol Caliber

Most Suitable Bullet Weights

84 - 156 Grains

Case Capacity / Average Charge

17.6 Grains of Water / 6 Grains

Average Muzzle Velocity / Energy

1204 fps / 403 ft-lbf

Case Length / Max. C.O.L

0.89'' / 1.28''

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