.380 ACP

Pistol Also: .380 Automatic

The minimum widely accepted self-defense cartridge. Modern .380 ACP hollow points (like Hornady Critical Defense) meet FBI penetration standards. Excellent for micro-compact pistols like the Ruger LCP and Glock 42.

Best For

Concealed Carry Self Defense

Ballistics (Typical Factory Load)

950

Muzzle Velocity

fps

200

Muzzle Energy

ft-lbs

95

Typical Bullet

grains

9.02

Bullet Diameter

mm

0.105

Ballistic Coeff.

G1 BC

21,500

Max Pressure

PSI

17.33

Case Length

mm

🔧 Handloading Data

Reference load data for experienced reloaders. Always start at the start charge and work up. Consult official manuals before loading.

Bullet	Powder	Start	Max	Velocity	COAL	Source
90 gr (5.8 g) JHP	Hodgdon Titegroup	2.7 gr 0.17 g	3.1 gr 0.2 g	885 fps	0.970"	Hodgdon
95 gr (6.2 g) FMJ	Alliant Unique	3.0 gr 0.19 g	3.3 gr 0.21 g	860 fps	0.960"	Hodgdon

📐 Measurement Guide for Reloaders

Powder Charge

Measured in grains (1 grain ≈ 0.065 grams) using precision digital or mechanical scales. Maintaining strict powder weight is crucial for safety and velocity consistency.

Cartridge Overall Length (COAL)

Total length from case base to bullet tip. Checked with digital calipers. Must be within manufacturer's specified range to fit and feed from your firearm's magazine.

Cartridge Base to Ogive (CBTO)

Precision shooters measure to the ogive — the curved part of the bullet that first contacts the rifling — for more accurate bullet seating depth and consistency.

Case Length & Headspace

Brass stretches with firing. Measure case length to know when to trim. Use headspace comparators to check shoulder bump-back during sizing.

Neck Tension

The grip the brass has on the bullet. Measured with ball micrometers by comparing neck wall thickness before and after bullet seating.

Pressure Signs

Inspect fired brass for over-pressure: flattened primers, ejector marks, case head expansion. If unsure, reduce charge and consult your load manual.

⚠️ Always consult established reloading manuals (Hodgdon, Hornady, Lyman) for your specific bullet and powder combinations. For experienced reloaders only.

Technical Specifications

Bullet Diameter	9.02 mm
Case Length	17.33 mm
Max Chamber Pressure	21,500 PSI
Type	Pistol

Compatible Firearms (304)

Beretta 380 Pocket

Bersa Thunder .380 Carry

Bersa Thunder .380 Carry-X

Bersa Thunder .380 Compact

Bersa Thunder .380 Compact-X

Bersa Thunder .380 Duty

Bersa Thunder .380 Duty-X

Bersa Thunder .380 Elite

Bersa Thunder .380 Elite-X

Bersa Thunder .380 Micro

Bersa Thunder .380 Micro-X

Bersa Thunder .380 Pocket

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer II

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer III

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer IV

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer IX

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer V

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer VI

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer VII

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer VIII

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer X

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer XI

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer XII

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer XIII

Bersa Thunder .380 Polymer XIV

Bersa Thunder .380 SE

Bersa Thunder .380 SE-X

Bersa Thunder .380 Slim

Bersa Thunder .380 Slim-X

Bersa Thunder .380 Special

Bersa Thunder .380 Special-X

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth II

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth III

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth IV

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth IX

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth V

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth VI

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth VII

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth VIII

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth X

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth XI

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth XIII

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth XIV

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth XV

Bersa Thunder .380 Stealth XVI

Bersa Thunder .380 TS

Bersa Thunder .380 Tactical

Bersa Thunder .380 Tactical-X

Bersa Thunder .380 Thunder

Bersa Thunder .380 Urban

Bersa Thunder .380 Urban-X

Bersa Thunder .380 Xtreme

Bersa Thunder 380

Berss Thunder .380 TS-X

Bryco B-380 Compact

Bryco B-380 Custom

Bryco B-380 Elite

Bryco B-380 Police

Bryco B-380 Series

Bryco B-380 Special

Bryco B-380 Tactical

CAVIM Modelo .380

Colt M1903 Hammerless

Colt M1903 Pocket

Colt M1908 Model

FMK Classic 380

FMK Compact 380

FMK Conceal 380

FMK Stealth 380

Halcon Defender

Kimber Micro 1::35

L-Series .380 Compact

L-Series .380 Custom

L-Series .380 Elite

L-Series .380 Max

L-Series .380 Polymer

L-Series .380 Pro

L-Series .380 Special

L-Series .380 Stealth

L-Series .380 Stealth Custom

L-Series .380 Stealth Elite

L-Series .380 Stealth Max

L-Series .380 Stealth Polymer

L-Series .380 Stealth Pro

L-Series .380 Stealth Special

L-Series .380 Stealth Tactical

L-Series .380 Stealth XL

L-Series .380 Stealth XL Custom

L-Series .380 Stealth XL Elite

L-Series .380 Stealth XL Max

L-Series .380 Stealth XL Polymer

L-Series .380 Stealth XL Pro

L-Series .380 Stealth XL Special

L-Series .380 Stealth XL Tactical

L-Series .380 Stealth XL XL Pro

L-Series .380 Super

L-Series .380 Tactical

L-Series .380 XL

Lorcin L-380 Compact

Lorcin L-380 Micro

Lorcin L-380 Polymer

Lorcin L-380 Slim

Lorcin L-380 Tactical

Springfield Armory

Springfield Armory

Springfield Armory

Metro Arms GL-380

Metro Arms GL-9

Metro Arms GL-9 Gen 1

Metro Arms GL-9 Gen 2

Metro Arms GL-9 Gen 3

Metro Arms GL-9 Gen 4

Metro Arms GL-9 Gen 5

Metro Arms GL-9A

Metro Arms GL-9B

Metro Arms GL-9C

Metro Arms GL-9G

Metro Arms GL-9G2

Metro Arms GL-9G3

Metro Arms GL-9G4

Metro Arms GL-9G5

Metro Arms GL-9G6

Metro Arms GL-9G7

Metro Arms GL-9G8

Metro Arms GL-9L

Metro Arms GL-9M

Metro Arms GL-9S

Metro Arms GL-9T

Metro Arms GL-9V

Metro Arms GL-9W

Metro Arms GL-9X

Metro Arms GL-9X-S

Metro Arms GL-9Z

Metro Arms GL-Glock 32 Gen4

Metro Arms GL-Glock 32 Gen5

Metro Arms GL-Glock 380 Gen4

Metro Arms GL-Glock 380 Gen5

Pistol .380 ACP

Pistol 380-Compact

P�-Series .380

P�-Series .380 Custom

Regur American Pistol

S&W Bodyguard 380

American Tactical Compact Plus

American Tactical

American Tactical Conceal

American Tactical

American Tactical Micro

American Tactical

American Tactical Special

American Tactical

American Tactical Stealth

American Tactical

KRISS Vector .380 ACP

KRISS Vector .380 Gen 1

KRISS Vector .380 Gen 2

KRISS Vector Micro

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