Gel test Results
In hopes of giving ourselves and our customers a better idea how this 38 Special self-defense ammo would perform if called upon in a self-defense scenario, we tested dozens of the best selling hollow points on the market.
We fired five rounds of this Hornady Ammunition 38 Special ammo through a cloth barrier into Clear Ballistics calibrated synthetic gelatin and recorded the results. For these tests, we used a S&W 640 with a -inch barrel. In the photos, graphics and video on this page, you can see specifically how the Hornady Ammunition ammo performed and how it sticks up with the rest of the 38 Special ammo we have tested so far.
To read more about our testing procedures and discover what round makes the best self-defense ammo for you head to this page.
Unfired versus Fired Round Comparison
25rds - 38 Special Hornady 158gr. JHP XTP Ammo Gel Test Results
| Median | |||||
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| Bullet Depth (in.) | 14.5 | 18 | 18.4 | 18.7 | 23.3 |
| Expanded Diameter (in.) | 0.35 | 0.35 | 0.35 | 0.35 | 0.35 |
| Bullet Weight after shot (gr.) | 158 | 158 | 158 | 158 | 158 |
| Bullet Velocity (fps) | 622 | 681 | 688 | 690 | 696 |
Hornady Ammunition 38 Special Ballistic Data
Hornady Ammunition 38 Special Ammo Details
- Barrel Length inches
- 4
- Ballistics Coefficient (G1)
- 0.206
- Ballistics Coefficient (G7)
- 0.000
- Sectional Density
- 0.177
| Muzzle | 25 yds. | 50 yds. | 75 yds. | 100 yds. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Velocity fps | 800 | 787 | 775 | 762 | 751 |
| Energy ft lbs | 225 | 217 | 211 | 204 | 198 |
| Bullet drop inch | n/a | 0 | -3.5 | -10.6 | -21.5 |
Trajectory Line Graph Hornady Ammunition 38 Special
Velocity / Energy Comparisons
The Reviews
Why Shooters and Hunters love or hate 25rds - 38 Special Hornady 158gr. JHP XTP Ammo
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Ran these through my snubby and model 10 with a 6 in barrel. Solid round with easy recoil on both weapons. Wish Hornady had a +p of this round but these will do the job for sure. With my model 10 i can keep a 2-3 inch spread with the fixed sights at 20 yards. Awesome round!
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Ran all them through my colt cobra and lets just say i wouldn't want to be the one breaking into my house..i sleep better knowing there are six of these little devils ready to go..will be buying more.
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I love heavy bullets! Deadly accurate, clean, sweet recoil, holy mackerel son, I wouldn't want to get hit by this bad boy!!! Love it! Love it!
