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Initially designed as a pocket pistol cartridge, 380 ammo has been used in personal defense applications for over a century. While it's a potent cartridge, it can still be used in handguns small enough to conceal as well as in pistols weighing less than a pound. Browse our bulk 380 ammo page to purchase in larger quantities. Learn More
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  1. Federal 380 ACP Ammo - 50 Rounds of 95 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $21.99

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    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 980 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 203 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 44¢ per round
    • Made by Federal

  2. Federal Champion 380 ACP Ammo - 200 Rounds of 95 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $77.99
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    48 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 980 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 203 ft lbs
    • 200 Rounds
    • 39¢ per round
    • Made by Federal

  3. Federal 380 ACP Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 95 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $379.99

    2 Reviews

    77 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 980 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 203 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 38¢ per round
    • Made by Federal

Overview of 380 ACP Ammo

380 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 ammo 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 ammo remain polarized, with shooters either loving or hating it, leaving little room for middle-ground discussion.

As demand for 380 ammo continues to grow, shooters appreciate its balance of manageable recoil, compact size, and reliable performance.

What are the Most Popular 380 Ammo Brands You Sell?

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

Category Winners
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?

Comparison Recoil Pros Cons
380 vs. 9mm Higher Higher stopping power, greater penetration Higher recoil, may be harder to manage for some shooters
380 vs. 38 Special Higher Better penetration, higher energy, proven reliability Lower capacity (revolver), higher recoil
380 vs. 32 ACP Lower Lower recoil, easier to handle Less stopping power, less penetration

380 Ammo Ballistics: Chart of Average 380 ACP Ballistics

For shooters wanting an in-depth breakdown of velocity, energy, and trajectory, see our complete guide to 380 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.)
  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
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Federal 380 ACP Ammo - 50 Rounds of 95 Grain FMJ Ammunition
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  • EARL said:

    great ammo ,no problems.

  • C J said:

    Shot straight through 50 rounds no issues. Weapon is a Glock 42 ammo burned very clean (not much dirt upon cleaning weapon) sure firing. I will purchase again.Thanks guys.

  • Timothy said:

    Fair price, great quality

  • 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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  • Pam said:

    Great price, excellent customer service! Received product in just a few days.

  • Sarge said:

    Have purchased this brand in .45, 9mm and .380. Consistent quality.