380 ACP (Auto) Ammo For Sale
History of 380 ACP (Auto) Ammo
The .380 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP) is a popular handgun cartridge known for its ease of carrying and use in self-defense. With a variety of small, lightweight pistols chambered in this caliber, its mild recoil and minimal muzzle blast make it a favorite among concealed carriers, police officers needing a backup gun, and casual target shooters.
Typical .380 ammunition features an 85-95 grain bullet, .355 inch in diameter, and a 0.984 inch cartridge length. Despite fluctuating popularity over the last century, opinions on .380 ACP ammo remain polarized, with shooters either loving or hating it, leaving little room for middle-ground discussion.
What are the Most Popular 380 ACP Brands You Sell?
- Federal .380 Ammo
- Fiocchi .380 ACP Ammo
- Hornady .380 Ammo
- PMC .380 Ammo
- Remington .380 ACP Ammo
- Blazer Brass .380 ACP Ammo
You can filter our entire selection using the left sidebar to see which brands we currently have in-stock and available using the Manufacturers filter. You can also filter by attributes such as Bullet Type, Bullet Weight, Casing Type and Primer Type to find what you need.
Best 380 Self-Defense Ammo
Best 380 Self-Defense Ammo Overall | Hornady Critical Defense 380 ACP 90 Grain JHP |
Best Budget-Friendly 380 Self-Defense Ammo | Fiocchi 380 ACP 90 Grain JHP |
Most Lethal 380 Ammo | Black Hills 380 ACP 60 Grain HoneyBadger |
For a comprehensive guide on the top self-defense ammunition options, check out our detailed review of the best 380 self-defense ammo.
How does the 380 ACP Compare to Other Calibers?
Caliber | Recoil | Pros | Cons |
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9mm | Higher | Higher stopping power, greater penetration | Higher recoil, may be harder to manage for some shooters |
32 ACP | Lower | Lower recoil, easier to handle | Less stopping power, less penetration |
380 ACP (Auto) Ballistics: Chart of Average 380 ACP (Auto) Ballistics
Since .380 ammo is often used for personal protection and self defense, the ballistics of the cartridges chosen greatly impact its performance. When people buy .380 ammo for self defense, they should look for a cartridge that penetrates at least 12 to 18 inches into ballistics gel, and expands to at least .35 caliber on impact.
Remember, .380 shells are a low-powered round, so ammo selection, especially when buying bulk .380 ACP ammo, is vital to performance standards.
Note: This information comes from the manufacturer and is for informational purposes only. The actual ballistics obtained with your firearm can vary considerably from the advertised ballistics. Also, ballistics can vary from lot to lot with the same brand and type load.
380 ACP (Auto) Bullet WEIGHT | Muzzle VELOCITY (fps) | Muzzle ENERGY (ft. lbs.) | Mid-Range TRAJECTORY (in.) | Barrel Length (in.) | |||||
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Muzzle | 50 yds. | 100 yds. | Muzzle | 50 yds. | 100 yds. | 50 yds. | 100 yds. | ||
60 Grain | 1130 | 960 | n/a | 170 | 120 | n/a | 1 | n/a | n/a |
75 Grain | 950 | n/a | n/a | 183 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 3" |
85 Grain | 990 | 920 | 870 | 190 | 165 | 145 | 1.2 | 5.1 | 4" |
85 Grain JHP | 1000 | n/a | n/a | 189 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
88 Grain | 990 | 920 | 870 | 190 | 165 | 145 | 1.2 | 5.1 | 4" |
90 Grain JHP | 900 | n/a | n/a | 162 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
90 Grain | 1000 | 890 | 800 | 200 | 160 | 130 | 1.2 | 5.5 | 3.75" |
95 Grain FMJ | 900 | n/a | n/a | 171 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
95 Grain | 955 | 865 | 785 | 190 | 160 | 130 | 1.4 | 5.9 | 4" |
100 Grain | 955 | 865 | 785 | 190 | 160 | 130 | 1.4 | 5.9 | 4" |
90 Grain JHP +P | 1200 | n/a | n/a | 200 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Customer Reviews
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Rocky308 said:
The box of this ammo I used was received as a gift from my brother for my 60th birthday. Normally, I wouldn't have purchased it myself, but being it was a gift, I used it for target practice and the occasional magazine of personal defense. The ammo functioned pretty much flawlessly in my personal Ruger LCP, but gave some feeding problems in a friends Ruger LCP due to it being a "flat point", so there is reason to be aware of possible feeding problems in some firearms. In my personal opinion, there are better options for practice, and definitely better options for concealed carry defensive ammo.
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Mike said:
Very good ammo. Brass ammo worked very well, no jams, or misfires.
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Chuck said:
Order was easy, arrived quick, ammo shoots good
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Myron said:
Very nice and perfectly fit for me
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tex hunter said:
quality ammo this brand is a sleeper
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kadfly said:
Bought the Wolf in 95gr FMJ. Missfires, jams, and stovepipes in my Ruger LCP. 1st 25 rds were ok , but at the end of 50 wold jam every time. May be dirty powder. I took it home and gave a good cleaning .......will try again.
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Rog said:
Used ammo in CCL license participation. Easy to load and shot 94% with field reviewer!
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Goldfarmer said:
after receiving the TulAmmo 380 ACP Ammo I went out to do a little targer shooting and before finishing one box my Ruger LCP 380 jamed whin ejecting or missed fire three times. The Ruger LCP has never jamed before, Other ammo was brass case and TulAmmo 380 ACP Ammo is steel. I cleaned the Ruger again but have not had time to retry another box but will after holliday's.
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Mad said:
This was the first time i have ever purchased Tulammo and was very disappointed. About every 3rd round might fire. The range master said the firing pin was making contact but the primers were set too deep causing the problem.
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Belinda said:
Dependable and great prices.
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Tinker said:
Shoots good Just wish there was more for sale
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Timothy said:
Fair price, great quality
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bill said:
Got this for my wifes LCP, went through 50 today with no problems. Good for target will get it again when available.
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Sarge said:
Have purchased this brand in .45, 9mm and .380. Consistent quality.
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Gene said:
Great personal defence round. Feeds well. Beretta, Colt and Smith concealed carry.
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Len said:
No misfires, no problems. Great.
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Gus said:
Me gustaria un proyectil de 78 grains a 1200 pies, punta plana metal point.
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Dfh said:
star rating
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Robert said:
excellent ammo for target practice
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Bob said:
I bought 500 rounds a year or so ago and have really enjoyed it. I use it in my Ruger LCP and have had no problems at all. It's smooth shooting. easy to load and what more can I say, some of the best ammo I've used. The price was excellent. I always check the site for great deals and have found them.
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Robert said:
This is some of the best ammo I've used. It loads smooth and is quite accurate. You get a lot for the money.
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tim said:
I will buy more for sure
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ernest said:
arrived quickly
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Pocket Carry Guy said:
I used this ammo to break-in a new 380 semi auto, and it did the job. I put the first 50 rounds through the weapon and had 2 FTF's. The receiver failed to seat fully causing a miss fire. I tapped it forward and it fired. By the time I fired all 100 rounds, the weapon worked perfect. Worked great for me.
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Mike W Conover, OH said:
I bought one box of this just to try out.. I was shooting it through my LCP, granted I haven't shot much, just one mag, 7 rounds, had one that the primer dented and didnt go off, reloaded it and it fired.. but i still have 40+ rounds to try
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BOBBER said:
I HAVE USED 150 SO FAR--SEEMS GOOD FOR ME
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Hrdhittin said:
I am more of a Seller and Bellot man, but out of stock....This ammo shoots clean and no misfires
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paul said:
thumbs up
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Alan D Simmons said:
I am very happy with this 380 and my wife wii get another.
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Bodkin said:
Just got a Sig Sauer P238 for myself. First day at the range, 50 rounds Fiocchi 95 gr FMJ, ran through with no problems at all. Have used Fiocchi 115gr 9 mm in another pistol, also worked fine.
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Ski said:
I recently bought my wife a Sig Sauer P238 .380 pistol. I also bought 100 rounds of Fiocchi ammo to go with it. At the range , this ammo would cause a jam every second or third round. I manually unloaded the clip and loaded it with Federal ammo and it performed perfectly with no jams.
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Dukeccf said:
I like this ammo, and i like for you keep my mailed for me very soon.
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mike said:
Ordering was easy shipping was fast. My wife and I have used around 500 rounds so far without a problem.
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Bob S said:
I bought this ammo because of the price and quality of it. Remington has great products and I've used them for years. I tried it in my Ruger LCP 380 with no problems to speak of. I'll be sure to remember this order and do it again.
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Robert said:
I use this at the range and have had no problems and great scores.
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Steve said:
Ran 100 of these though my Bersa Thunder, not one problem.....very clean....good price.
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Bob S said:
I do a lot of shooting and this you can't beat. Cleanup was a snap. PMC is great range gear.
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David Ross said:
Quality ammo at a fair price. Very glad I found this place.
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Brown said:
Quality Product
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jsdfreedom said:
I have used countless ammo types, ranging from old Union Metallic Company ammo, to Remington, to Blazer, and many others, and I can honestly and truthfully say that I have never, ever had a problem with Magtech ammunition. I use Magtech both in my Colt Mustang Mark IV .380 and in my .38 Special revolver, and I love it tremendously. This ammo has been most recommended to me by shop owners, gunsmiths, CWP trainers, and even law enforcement officers, due to its value and reliability. Out of the grand total of 3000 rounds of Magtech ammunition I have used between two of my handguns, I have had a grand total of 1 bad bullet (it was a dud). I LOVE LOVE LOVE Magtech ammunition and would gladly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a good ammo without paying an arm, a leg, and a kidney for it.
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MamaStro said:
Great quality and very pleased with purchase
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Chicago John 27 said:
Was recommended by one of your reps and was very satisfied.
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Jeff said:
had 2 misfires out of 150 rounds fired in one day, good cheap target ammo
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Rodster said:
Shot very clean was well pleased
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CockeyedDoug said:
Bought 250 rounds and shot 200 of them. Obviously absolutely no problems whatsoever as expected. These are pricey but how often are you firing massive rounds of self-defense ammo?