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380 AUTO Ammo

The 380 ACP (aka 380 Auto, 9x17mm or 9mm Browning Court) may not match 9mm ammo in terms of striking energy, but it makes a great choice for concealed carry when you’re trying to keep the lowest profile possible. Pick an 85 grain or heavier jacketed hollow point (JHP) for personal protection – or any old full metal jacket (FMJ) for target shooting – and you’ll be on the right track. Load up with in-stock, bulk 380 ACP ammo for the range and defensive loads for sale below.
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  1. 20rds - 380 Auto G2 Research RIP 62gr. LF HP Ammo 20rds - 380 Auto G2 Research RIP 62gr. LF HP Ammo
    $41.95
    $2.1/ppr

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    62 Grain

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Best 380 ACP Ammo for Self-Defense

A wealth of ballistic testing data to try to determine what some of the best options are for 380 ACP self-defense ammunition.

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More 380 ammo resources Read our in-depth ammo guides to get the most out of your ammunition and range time as well as see if other calibers might be better for your needs.

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380 AUTO ballistic gel test results

We shot 19 different self-defense loads of 380 Auto ammo into ballistic gel

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Firearm Used Ruger LCPII
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Barrel Length 2.75"
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Distance to Target 10 Feet
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20rds – 380 Auto Barnes TAC-XPD 80gr. TAC-XP SCHP Ammo 20rds – 380 Auto Barnes TAC-XPD 80gr. TAC-XP SCHP Ammo
  8.12"
0.55" 885
20rds - 380 Auto Black Hills 90gr. Jacketed Hollow Point Ammo 500rds - 380 Auto Black Hills 90gr. JHP Ammo 500rds - 380 Auto Black Hills 90gr. JHP Ammo
  15.84"
0.37" 876
20rds - .380 Auto Federal Hydra-Shok 90gr. HP Ammo 50rds - .380 Auto Federal LE Tactical Hydra-Shok 90gr. HP Ammo 50rds - .380 Auto Federal LE Tactical Hydra-Shok 90gr. HP Ammo
  14.88"
0.35" 875
20 Rounds – 380 Auto Federal Personal Defense 99 Grain HST JHP Ammo 20 Rounds – 380 Auto Federal Personal Defense 99 Grain HST JHP Ammo
  12.26"
0.59" 956
25rds – 380 Auto Hornady American Gunner 90gr. XTP Ammo 25rds – 380 Auto Hornady American Gunner 90gr. XTP Ammo
  16.3"
0.35" 884
25rds - .380 Auto Hornady Critical Defense 90gr. FTX Hollow Point Ammo 250rds - .380 Auto Hornady Critical Defense 90gr. FTX Hollow Point Ammo 250rds - .380 Auto Hornady Critical Defense 90gr. FTX Hollow Point Ammo
  12.9"
0.42" 897
20rds - .380 Auto MAGTECH 77gr. First Defense Solid Copper HP Ammo 20rds - .380 Auto MAGTECH 77gr. First Defense Solid Copper HP Ammo
  13.22"
0.35" 995
25rds - 380 Auto Remington Golden Saber 102gr. HP Ammo 500rds – 380 Auto Remington Golden Saber 102gr. JHP Ammo 500rds – 380 Auto Remington Golden Saber 102gr. JHP Ammo
  16.1"
0.37" 871
Remington HTP 380 Auto 88 Grain JHP - 500 Rounds 50rds – 380 Auto Remington HTP 88gr. JHP Ammo 50rds – 380 Auto Remington HTP 88gr. JHP Ammo
  17.02"
0.35" 902
20rds - 380 Auto Remington Ultimate Defense 102gr. BJHP Ammo 20rds - 380 Auto Remington Ultimate Defense 102gr. BJHP Ammo
  17.4"
0.35" 896
20rds - 380 Auto Speer Gold Dot 90gr. JHP Ammo 20rds - 380 Auto Speer Gold Dot 90gr. JHP Ammo
  11.58"
0.39" 831
50rds - .380 Auto Winchester Super-X 85gr. Silver Tip Hollow Point Ammo 50rds - .380 Auto Winchester Super-X 85gr. Silver Tip Hollow Point Ammo
  12.6"
0.36" 879
20rds – 380 Auto Winchester Defender 95gr. PDX1 Bonded JHP Ammo 20rds – 380 Auto Winchester Defender 95gr. PDX1 Bonded JHP Ammo
  9.56"
0.62" 844
20rds - 380 Auto Winchester W Train and Defend 95gr. JHP Ammo 200rds - 380 Auto Winchester W Train and Defend 95gr. JHP Ammo 200rds - 380 Auto Winchester W Train and Defend 95gr. JHP Ammo
  9.04"
0.6" 835
50rds – 380 Auto Speer LE Gold Dot 90gr. JHP Ammo 1000rds - 380 Auto Speer Gold Dot 90gr. Hollow Point Ammo 1000rds - 380 Auto Speer Gold Dot 90gr. Hollow Point Ammo
  11.24"
0.44" 891
50rds - .380 Auto Winchester Ranger Talon 95gr. HP Ammo 500rds - .380 Auto Winchester Ranger Talon 95gr. HP Ammo 500rds - .380 Auto Winchester Ranger Talon 95gr. HP Ammo
  16.18"
0.35" 907
20rds - 380 ACP Sig-Sauer Elite Performance Ammunition 90gr. V-Crown JHP Ammo 20rds - 380 ACP Sig-Sauer Elite Performance Ammunition 90gr. V-Crown JHP Ammo
  14.36"
0.48" 887
20rds – 380 Auto Corbon 80gr. DPX Ammo 20rds – 380 Auto Corbon 80gr. DPX Ammo
  12.76"
0.47" 1091
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More About 380 Auto Ammo


Here's a look at some of the most common questions our fellow shooters have about 380 ACP ammo.

380 vs. 9mm

380 ACP vs. 9mm

These are the two most popular pocket pistol calibers in the world but which is better for you and what are the differences? Check out our 380 ACP vs. 9mm guide to determine which is a better fit in your life for personal protection.

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What Does “ACP” Stand For?

“ACP” is a designation given to many different cartridges. Standing for “Automatic Colt Pistol,” this moniker is used by cartridges that were created by Colt’s Manufacturing Company, more commonly known simply as “Colt.” The cartridges, including the .25 ACP, .32 ACP, and .45 ACP, are all made specifically for Colt firearms. For marketing purposes, companies want their name on ammunition, so while the .38 ACP was created by the famous designer John Browning, he was working for Colt at the time so it took the “ACP” surname.

Want to learn more about ACP's place in the shooting world? Check out this article on our blog.

Are the .380 ACP and .38 Special Interchangeable?

There is a chance you would be able to fit the .380 ACP in a firearm made to fire .38 Special, but we definitely don't recommend it. These cartridges have slightly different dimensions for both bullet and neck diameter (the .38 Special is slightly wider), and the overall length is significant, as the .38 Special is over a half-inch longer. Also, the .380 ACP is designed for pistols, while the .38 Special is generally a revolver cartridge.

Why is the .380 ACP Less Common than Cartridges Like the .38 Special and 9mm Luger?

The .380 ACP is certainly not a exotic cartridge, but you are less likely to find it at the range than the .38 Special and 9mm Luger. There may be many reasons for this, but it really comes down to power. The .380 ACP rarely has muzzle energy over 215 foot-pounds unless it is “+P,” a high-pressure, cartridge. The .38 Special often exceeds 250 foot pounds, while the 9mm Luger is usually well above 300 foot-pounds.

Is the .380 ACP Reliable for Self Defense?

Yes. Despite the smaller stats, the .380 ACP is certainly capable of stopping a threat. In fact, many concealed-carry enthusiasts appreciate the small, compact nature of the .380 ACP, claiming it allows for convenient, discreet firearms that still carry a reliable number of rounds. If choosing rounds for self defense, look for expanding bullets such as jacketed hollow points. You might take a look at our 380 ACP gel test results below to get an idea of how each round performs relative to others under identical circumstances.

Why is .380 ACP More Expensive, Despite a Smaller Size?

If you compare the .380 ACP to other cartridges such as the 9mm Luger or .38 Special, you will often find that it is slightly more expensive, or at the very least the same price as these rounds despite having a smaller profile. Generally, smaller rounds, which require less material, are cheaper, but because other rounds are often produced at higher volumes, manufacturers (and hence distributors) can charge less for the cartridge. Many militaries across the world use 9x19 ammo in duty - so there's a ton of it produced annually all over the world. This is why you may find comparable .380 ACPs are as much as $.05 more per round than, say, the 9mm Luger.

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