Handgun
158 grain
38 Special Ballistics
BC: 0 · self-defense, target, plinking
Key Performance Data
Muzzle Velocity
Muzzle Energy
Ballistic Coefficient
Bullet Drop
Velocity & Energy at Distance
Muzzle
100 yds
200 yds
Muzzle
100 yds
200 yds
38 Special Overview
The38 Specialis a handgun cartridge firing a 158 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of . At the muzzle, it produces 800 fps velocity and 199 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 800 | 199 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 735 | 168 | 19.3 |
| 200 yards |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of800 fpsand muzzle energy of199 ft-lbs, the 38 Special is best suited for small game and target shooting.
The ballistic coefficient of **** is typical for this class of cartridge.
Suitable Applications
This cartridge is commonly used for: self-defense, target, plinking.
Velocity Retention
From muzzle to 200 yards, the 38 Special retains 0.0% of its initial velocity and 0.0% of its muzzle energy.
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