380 ACP Ammo For Sale
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?
- Federal 380 Ammo
- Fiocchi 380 ACP Ammo
- Hornady 380 Ammo
- PMC 380 Ammo
- Remington 380 Ammo
- Blazer Brass 380 Ammo
- Underwood 380 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
| 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. Expansion is precisely the job of a 380 ACP hollow point, which is why nearly every defensive load in this caliber uses a JHP bullet.
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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Weesyanne said:
The bullets worked very well! They performed as expected. I will likely purchase them again.
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Jerry said:
It performed like expected, excellent
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Chicago John 27 said:
This is our 2nd order. My wife is learning with a .380. Ammo is consistent, no failures and very clean. Greta job folks !! Very good return on the investment.
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ernest said:
arrived quickly
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Cody said:
Couldn't ask for a better round
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William said:
The ammo was delivered 2 days ahead of schedule!! Great quality and top notch customer service. All ammo needs for me 380, 9mm 45 auto, 12 gauge and 7.65 will always be purchased here.
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William said:
I purchased 100 rounds of Blazer 380 with aluminum casing because the brass was out of stock. My bodyguard 2.0 won't feed a round of it at all. I tested with another BG2 and no problem so something unique with my pistol I guess. I prefer brass and will stick with brass from now on.
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Tinker said:
Shoots good Just wish there was more for sale
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Belinda said:
Dependable and great prices.
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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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George said:
Clean, runs well in my S&W EZ.380
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Schwedy said:
Ordering and shipping was easy. Highly recommended.
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SW said:
n/a
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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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Cortit said:
This pistol is very bougie certain ammo it just doesn't like.
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EARL said:
great ammo ,no problems.
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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.
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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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Victor said:
Great round to use at the range. Great deal on the 50 thanks to Ammo.com
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Todd said:
Got a new gun. Used this ammo to break it in. Great stuff!
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ScrapPine said:
Love them man no complaints will order again soon
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Old Man said:
I carry a Smith & Wesson 380 Bodyguard 2.0 and find it the perfect personal protection weapon for my needs. I tried Honey Badger 380 and had 3 hangups in the first 10 rounds. I certainly can't count on that kind of performance for protection so I won't be purchasing any more.
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Scott said:
Shot 20 rounds of the Black Hills 380 ACP ammo with my S&W Bodyguard 2.0. No jams , bigger holes on the paper target than other 380 ammo I have tried.
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DK said:
Was considering the Honey Badger 65 grain for my S&W 380. It's a quality loaded ammo and impacts a one inch expansion on the target at 7 meters. I just couldn't shoot consistently accurate with it so chose another brand for my go to ammo for this gun. Others may not have this experience with it though.
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Blorg said:
These cycle well in a PPK/s stainless. Not all ammo does. Have seen the ballistics on these Honey Badger rounds and was impressed. As you know, a 380 is a nice conceal or backup gun but really the minimum in the way of stopping power. Noticed these bullets for the 380, as opposed to other Honey Badger calibers, have the machined flutes sharpened to a razor's edge. I know why they did that. ;-o
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Rudy said:
Easy to order. Delivered onmtime. Good value.
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Shot Dr. said:
For years, and I being a shooter for 50 yrs, .380 ammo has traditionally been scorned after just a few bad reviews and YouTube videos. I’d suggest those folks, respectfully speaking, learn to shoot accurately and with consistently maintaining all the fundamentals. Honey Badger is an excellent fill of powder and performance. It’s the only ammo I carry in my Glock 42 and Walther PPK/S .380.
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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.