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38SW

Pistol

Ballistics (Typical Factory Load)

680
Muzzle Velocity
fps
150
Muzzle Energy
ft-lbs
146
Typical Bullet
grains
9.15
Bullet Diameter
mm
0.125
Ballistic Coeff.
G1 BC
14,500
Max Pressure
PSI
19.3
Case Length
mm

Technical Specifications

Bullet Diameter9.15 mm
Case Length19.3 mm
Max Chamber Pressure14,500 PSI
TypePistol

Compatible Firearms (1)

Webley Revolver
Webley
Pistol
📊 Data Sources

Ballistic data sourced from SAAMI Z299.3/299.4 specifications, Federal Premium, Hornady, and Winchester published ballistics tables. Verified against at least two independent sources. Full methodology →