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38 SUPER AUTO

38 SUPER AUTO

The 38 Super is not to be mistaken for 38 Special – it will not work in 38 Special or 357 Magnum firearms! This semi-automatic pistol cartridge frequently includes “+P” in its name, which only serves as additional indication that it is not 38 Special. The 38 Super is especially popular among competitive target shooters, and 1911-style pistols are frequently chambered for it. A 130 grain bullet is normal for 38 Super, although lighter loads are preferred when lower recoil is desired.

50rds – 38 Super Auto Armscor USA 125gr. FMJ Ammo

$23.95

$0.48/ppr

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Bullet type
Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Muzzle Energy
511 Casing Type
Brass Muzzle Velocity
1357 Primer Type
Boxer Bullet Weight
125 Grain
1000rds – 38 Super +P PMC Bronze 130gr. FMJ Ammo

$509.95

$0.51/ppr

12 In Stock

Bullet type
Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Muzzle Energy
350 Casing Type
Brass Muzzle Velocity
1100 Primer Type
Boxer Bullet Weight
130 Grain
50rds - 38 Super Auto PMC Bronze 130gr. +P FMJ Ammo

$27.95

$0.56/ppr

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Bullet type
Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Muzzle Energy
350 Casing Type
Brass Muzzle Velocity
1100 Primer Type
Boxer Bullet Weight
130 Grain
50rds - 38 Super Auto Aguila 130gr. +P FMJ Ammo

$28.95

$0.58/ppr

162 In Stock

Bullet type
Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Muzzle Energy
430 Casing Type
Brass Muzzle Velocity
1220 Primer Type
Boxer Bullet Weight
130 Grain
50rds - 38 Super Auto Federal American Eagle 115gr. +P JHP Ammo

$34.95

$0.7/ppr

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Bullet type
Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP) Muzzle Energy
325 Casing Type
Brass Muzzle Velocity
1130 Primer Type
Boxer Bullet Weight
115 Grain
500rds - 38 Super Auto Winchester USA 130gr. +P FMJ Ammo

$499.95

$1/ppr

10 In Stock

Bullet type
Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Muzzle Energy
426 Casing Type
Nickel-Plated Brass Muzzle Velocity
1215 Primer Type
Boxer Bullet Weight
130 Grain
50rds - 38 Super Auto Winchester USA 130gr. +P FMJ Ammo

$51.95

$1.04/ppr

183 In Stock

Bullet type
Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Muzzle Energy
426 Casing Type
Nickel-Plated Brass Muzzle Velocity
1215 Primer Type
Boxer Bullet Weight
130 Grain
20rds - 38 Super Auto Buffalo Bore 115gr. +P JHP Ammo

$29.95

$1.5/ppr

4 In Stock

Bullet type
Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP) Casing Type
Brass Primer Type
Boxer Bullet Weight
115 Grain

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More About 38 Super Ammo

What is the Difference Between a .38 Super Auto and a .38 Special?

Because of their similar names, these two cartridges are often confused. However, they are very different cartridges, each with unique profiles and statistics. While they have some similar dimensions, the important difference is that the .38 Super was intended for semiautomatic weapons, while most .38 Special ammo was made for a revolver. Therefore, they rarely function ideally when they are interchanged; using one in a gun designed for the other is generally not recommended.

Are the .38 Super Auto and .38 Super the Same?

Yes. The .38 Super Auto has many different names, including .38 Super and .38 Super ACP. It is sometimes called the “Super .38,” but these are all names used to describe the same cartridge.

What Makes it so “Super?”

It all comes down to speed. In the early 1900’s, law enforcement found themselves outgunned by criminals who shielded themselves with body armor or ducked behind car doors. Before the .38 Super, law enforcement was using rounds like the .45 ACP and .38 Special, which, while throwing heavy bullets, did not have enough velocity to penetrate many barriers. Created by John Browning, the .38 Super was faster and could penetrate better than any other cartridge available at the time. Unfortunately for the cartridge, the .357 Magnum burst onto the scene not long after and overshadowed the Super. While it’s not one of the most popular cartridges today, it has found a loyal following among a very specific circle…

What is the Most Popular Use for the .38 Super?

Competition target shooting. The .38 Super was designed to give law enforcement more power against bad guys, but it has now become one of the staples at elite-level competition shooting. Known for its speed and accuracy, the .38 Super is now a leader at the competition target range, a trend that began in the 1980’s. It’s popular for many reasons, but largely because it is a safe way to have ideal pressures while conforming to the rules of the sport.

What Types of Weapons are Preferred for the .38 Super?

This cartridge is made for 1911-style automatic weapons. Because of its intentional purpose for this handgun, it remains a popular cartridge for semiautomatic handguns. You can find other weapons, such as revolvers, that shoot 38 super, but they remain fairly rare.

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MIGUEL A SANTIAGO on 50rds - 38 Super Auto PMC Bronze 130gr. +P FMJ Ammo
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Great Ammo!!
Ralph Dering on 50rds - 38 Super Auto PMC Bronze 130gr. +P FMJ Ammo
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É uma munição em 38 super que está acimal
Felipe Toledo Corrieri on 50rds – 38 Super Auto Armscor USA 125gr. FMJ Ammo
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Bought 300 rounds and ran them all thru my Colt Commander with good results: no jams and consistent accuracy. This ammo is fairly hard to find in stock. Glad to have it.
Art S. on 50rds - 38 Super Auto Federal American Eagle 130gr. +P FMJ Ammo