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357 MAGNUM

357 Magnum ammunition is unquestionably the most popular magnum revolver cartridge in the United States. Bullet weights ranging from 100 to 200 grains are common; 125 and 158 grain jacketed hollow point (JHP) bullets are both popular for self-defense, while the heavier projectiles are more frequently chosen for hunting. You'll see all our in-stock options for sale below.

If you have a 357 Magnum revolver or lever-action rifle and would like lower-recoil performance, then you may also safely fire 38 Special.
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  1. 20rds – 357 Magnum Speer Gold Dot 158gr. JHP Ammo 20rds – 357 Magnum Speer Gold Dot 158gr. JHP Ammo
    $34.95
    $1.75/ppr

    7 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP)     Muzzle Energy
    535     Casing Type
    Nickel-Plated Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1235     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    158 Grain
  2. 20rds - 357 Mag Federal 140gr. Barnes Expander Hollow Point Ammo 20rds - 357 Mag Federal 140gr. Barnes Expander Hollow Point Ammo
    $37.95
    $1.9/ppr

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 1 Review

    80 In Stock

    ☆☆☆☆☆ 1 Review

    Bullet type
    Solid Copper Hollow Point (SCHP)     Muzzle Energy
    609     Casing Type
    Nickel-Plated Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1400     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    140 Grain
  3. 25rds – 357 Magnum Fiocchi 140gr. SCHP Ammo 25rds – 357 Magnum Fiocchi 140gr. SCHP Ammo
    $54.95
    $2.2/ppr

    41 In Stock

    Bullet type
    Solid Copper Hollow Point (SCHP)     Muzzle Energy
    486     Casing Type
    Brass     Muzzle Velocity
    1250     Primer Type
    Boxer     Bullet Weight
    140 Grain

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357 MAGNUM ballistic gel test results

We shot 22 different loads of 357 Magnum self-defense ammo into ballistic gel.

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Firearm Used S&W 640
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Barrel Length 2.125"
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Distance to Target 10 Feet
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Barrier 4-layer cloth
Ammo 5-shot average penetration depth 5-shot average diameter 5-shot average velocity
20rds - 357 Mag Barnes 140gr. XPB Hollow Point Ammo 20rds - 357 Mag Barnes 140gr. XPB Hollow Point Ammo
  18.6"
0.67" 1204
50rds - 357 Mag Black Hills 125gr. Jacketed Hollow Point Ammo 50rds - 357 Mag Black Hills 125gr. Jacketed Hollow Point Ammo
  21.88"
0.48" 1245
20rds - 357 Mag Heavy Buffalo Bore 125gr. Barnes XPB HP Ammo 20rds - 357 Mag Heavy Buffalo Bore 125gr. Barnes XPB HP Ammo
  20.08"
0.66" 1537
20rds - 357 Mag Buffalo Bore 125gr. Barnes XPB HP Low Flash Short Barrel Ammo 20rds - 357 Mag Buffalo Bore 125gr. Barnes XPB HP Low Flash Short Barrel Ammo
  15.6"
0.6" 1157
20rds - 357 Mag Corbon 110gr. HP Ammo 20rds - 357 Mag Corbon 110gr. HP Ammo
  15.38"
0.62" 1228
20rds - 357 Mag Federal Hydra-Shok PD 130gr. HP Ammo 20rds - 357 Mag Federal Hydra-Shok PD 130gr. HP Ammo
  20.58"
0.52" 1200
20rds - 357 Mag Federal Personal Defense 125gr. JHP Ammo 20rds - 357 Mag Federal Personal Defense 125gr. JHP Ammo
  15.54"
0.54" 1246
20rds - 357 Mag Federal Vital-Shok 180gr. Swift A-Frame JHP Ammo 20rds - 357 Mag Federal Vital-Shok 180gr. Swift A-Frame JHP Ammo
  16.24"
0.54" 1057
500rds - 357 Magnum Fiocchi 158gr XTP Hollow Point Ammo 25rds - 357 Mag Fiocchi 158gr. XTP HP Ammo 25rds - 357 Mag Fiocchi 158gr. XTP HP Ammo
  20.82"
0.48" 1049
25rds – 357 Magnum Hornady American Gunner 125gr. XTP Ammo 25rds – 357 Magnum Hornady American Gunner 125gr. XTP Ammo
  24.02"
0.49" 1269
25rds - 357 Mag Hornady Critical Defense 125gr. FTX Hollow Point Ammo 250rds - 357 Mag Hornady Critical Defense 125gr. FTX Hollow Point Ammo 250rds - 357 Mag Hornady Critical Defense 125gr. FTX Hollow Point Ammo
  16.86"
0.54" 1191
25rds - 357 Mag Hornady 158gr. XTP Hollow Point Ammo 25rds - 357 Mag Hornady 158gr. XTP Hollow Point Ammo
  22.16"
0.51" 1119
20rds - 357 Mag Magtech 95gr. First Defense Solid Copper HP Ammo 20rds - 357 Mag Magtech 95gr. First Defense Solid Copper HP Ammo
  13.18"
0.57" 1262
20rds - 357 Mag MAGTECH Guardian Gold 125gr. HP Ammo 20rds - 357 Mag MAGTECH Guardian Gold 125gr. HP Ammo
  15.88"
0.59" 1163
50rds - 357 Magnum Remington HTP 125gr. SJHP Ammo 500rds – 357 Magnum Remington HTP 125gr. SJHP Ammo 500rds – 357 Magnum Remington HTP 125gr. SJHP Ammo
  12.22"
0.63" 1223
500rds - 357 Mag Remington HTP 158gr. SJHP Ammo 50rds - 357 Mag Remington HTP 158gr. SJHP Ammo 50rds - 357 Mag Remington HTP 158gr. SJHP Ammo
  17.9"
0.58" 1150
20rds – 357 Magnum Speer Gold Dot 125gr. JHP Ammo 20rds – 357 Magnum Speer Gold Dot 125gr. JHP Ammo
  27.12"
0.37" 1207
20rds – 357 Magnum Speer Gold Dot 158gr. JHP Ammo 20rds – 357 Magnum Speer Gold Dot 158gr. JHP Ammo
  37.74"
0.35" 1043
20rds - 357 Mag Speer Gold Dot Short Barrel 135gr. HP Ammo 20rds - 357 Mag Speer Gold Dot Short Barrel 135gr. HP Ammo
  15.24"
0.55" 1113
20rds - 357 Mag Winchester PDX1 Defender 125gr. Bonded JHP Ammo 200rds – 357 Magnum Winchester Defender 125gr. Bonded JHP Ammo 200rds – 357 Magnum Winchester Defender 125gr. Bonded JHP Ammo
  14.72"
0.64" 1102
50rds - 357 Mag Winchester USA 110gr. Hollow Point Ammo 500rds - 357 Mag Winchester USA 110gr. Hollow Point Ammo 500rds - 357 Mag Winchester USA 110gr. Hollow Point Ammo
  11.46"
0.59" 1186
50rds - 357 Mag Winchester Super-X 158gr. Jacketed Hollow Point Ammo 50rds - 357 Mag Winchester Super-X 158gr. Jacketed Hollow Point Ammo
  22.26"
0.45" 1155
50rds - 357 Mag Black Hills 158gr. Jacketed Hollow Point Ammo 500rds - 357 Mag Black Hills 158gr. Jacketed Hollow Point Ammo 500rds - 357 Mag Black Hills 158gr. Jacketed Hollow Point Ammo
  18.34"
0.49" 1155
20rds - 357 Mag Federal Hydra-Shok 158gr. HP Ammo 50rds - 357 Mag Federal LE Tactical Hydra-Shok 158gr. HP Ammo 500rds – 357 Magnum Federal Hydra-Shok 158gr. JHP Ammo 500rds – 357 Magnum Federal Hydra-Shok 158gr. JHP Ammo
  19.7"
0.49" 1147
500rds – 357 Magnum Remington Golden Saber 125gr. BJHP Ammo 500rds – 357 Magnum Remington Golden Saber 125gr. BJHP Ammo
  18.22"
0.56" 1148
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Common 357 Magnum Questions


357 Magnum is one of the more popular pistol calibers we carry for sale. As you can tell by our ballistic gel testing data, it's a formidable defense round too. New to 357 mag? Here's a look at some of the common questions our customer experience team here at AmmoToGo.com gets about 357 magnum ammunition and what it's used for.

357 Magnum vs 44 Magnum

357 magnum vs 44 magnum

These are two of the more popular revolver rounds among American shooters. Both pack a lot of punch but which is best for you? Don't miss our 357 Magnum vs. 44 Magnum guide to get the answers you need to make the best decision for you and your family.

Where Does the Number “.357” Come From?

Like many other cartridges (notably the .38 Special) the .357 Magnum has a neck diameter of exactly 0.379 inches. The “.357” comes from the bullet diameter. This number was selected to make the bullet’s name distinct from the .38 Special, a less-powerful cartridge with the same bullet and neck diameter but a shorter case length.

Can You Shoot .357 Magnum in a Gun Chambered for .38 Special?

The .357 Mag and .38 Special are two highly-similar cartridges, and while almost all of their dimensions are the same, they have one important difference: case length. The .357 Magnum is, essentially, a longer .38 Special. This length allows for more propellant, which means it fires a similar bullet with greater velocity and power. The .38 Special can be fired from guns made for the .357 Magnums, but .357 Magnums cannot be used in guns designed exclusively for the .38 Special. Not only is the case length too long, but the .357 Magnum’s pressure could damage the weapon and cause serious injury. To learn more, be sure to read our full article on 38 special vs. 357 Magnum here.

What’s the Difference Between a .357 Magnum and a .357 SIG?

These two cartridges are frequently confused, but they are very distinct and not interchangeable whatsoever.

357 Sig ammunition has a different case diameter. In fact, the two cartridges have completely different shapes, as the .357 Sig has a narrowed neck. Simply looking at the two side-by-side will show you that these cartridges are not interchangeable, despite sharing the “.357” moniker.

Want to learn more about the differences? Check out this article on 357 mag vs. 357 sig.

Can the .357 Magnum Be Used for Hunting?

Yes. The .357 Magnum is one of the fastest and most powerful common cartridges for handguns, and it can take down medium-sized game with relative ease, assuming proper shot placement. The .357 Magnum, from both handguns and rifles, has been used to harvest whitetail deer, among other game animals. However, even from a rifle it is not recommended for long-range hunting, but rather for closer shots that you would have, for example, while hunting in and around timber. If selecting a .357 Magnum round for hunting, you’ll want cartridges with expanding bullets such as a jacketed hollow point or soft point.

What Firearms Shoot .357 Magnum?

Generally, the .357 Magnum is for revolvers, but there are some semi-automatic handguns that can fire this cartridge. However, these guns are fairly rare among the firearm-owning community; you’re far more likely to find revolvers fitted for .357 Magnum than pistols. There are also some rifles that fire the .357 Magnum, but the cartridge is still primarily considered a handgun/revolver cartridge.

Common revolvers that fire 357 magnum ammo include:

  • Colt Trooper MKIII Series
  • Dan Wesson 715
  • Kimber K6s
  • Ruger GP-100
  • Ruger Model SP-101
  • Ruger Redhawk 5033
  • Smith & Wesson Model 60
  • Smith & Wesson 627
  • Smith & Wesson 686 Plus
  • Taurus 605SS2
  • Taurus 608

Recent 357 MAGNUM Reviews

  • ☆☆☆☆☆
    Shoots good, no duds, burns pretty clean no split casings. Will be buying more after this review.
    Justin on 50rds – 357 Magnum PMC 158gr. JSP Ammo
  • ☆☆☆☆☆
    I moved to 180 gr. Federal Because I didn’t know about this site. I really didn’t believe the people tell me that the 357 mag 158 gr. Would disappoint if used in a rifle. The barrel length was the reason. Once I tried the Federal 180 gr. I was pleasantly surprised! Could not believe the distance achieved by the 357mag 180 gr. I would welcome the 200 gr. & see the performance. Simply put: if one is hunting Deer or Boar, I would not attempt without the correct ammunition.
    D.C. on 20rds - 357 Magnum Corbon 200gr. Hard Cast Ammo
  • ☆☆☆☆☆
    This may well be the best defensive 357 magnum round out there. Excellent penetration and good expansion especially out of a full size revolver and even better in a carbine.
    Rob on 250rds – 357 Magnum Hornady Critical Duty 135gr. JHP Ammo
  • ☆☆☆☆☆
    A very good round. I tested out of 6 inch barrel revolver. Perfect expansion snd performance. These hit garder than the Barnes 125 grain version. I was impressed so I purchased another box.
    Rob on 20rds - 357 Mag Federal 140gr. Barnes Expander Hollow Point Ammo