Hornady Handgun Bullets .38 cal .357" 158 gr XTPFP 100/ct

The Hornady Handgun Bullets .38 cal .357" 158 gr XTPFP is purpose-built for law enforcement, self-defense, and hunting applications where reliable bullet performance is essential. Developed through extensive real-world testing, these 158-grain projectiles deliver the controlled expansion and penetration depth that duty shooters and defensive shooters demand.

At the core of these rounds is Hornady's proven XTPFP (eXtreme Terminal Performance Flat Point) design, engineered to expand reliably across velocity windows typical of .38 Special and .357 Magnum platforms. The 158-grain weight in .357" diameter provides optimal sectional density for deep, consistent penetration through intermediate barriers while minimizing over-expansion. Copper-jacketed construction ensures uniform bullet integrity, critical for law enforcement duty loads where barrier performance and shot placement consistency directly impact outcomes.

Reloaders, ammunition manufacturers, and shooters building custom duty or defensive loads will find these bullets compatible with both .38 Special and .357 Magnum brass across revolvers and semi-automatic platforms chambered in these calibers. The 158-grain profile offers a balanced platform for various shooting applications, ensuring reliable performance in critical situations.