Hornady 38 Cal 158gr XTP

The Hornady 38 Cal 158gr XTP bullet is a trusted and time-proven choice for self-defense, hunting, and law enforcement reloading applications. Engineered for controlled expansion and deep penetration, this bullet offers the consistency and performance that has made the XTP^® line one of the most popular among reloaders and shooters alike. Whether you’re loading for .38 Special or .357 Magnum, this 158-grain projectile delivers the stopping power and accuracy needed when it matters most.

The XTP’s reputation is built on its ability to expand reliably across a wide range of handgun velocities. Its precisely serrated jacket ensures controlled mushrooming even at lower speeds, making it ideal for use in both snub-nose revolvers and full-length barrels. The drawn gilding metal jacket fully encloses the tip, preventing exposed lead and ensuring reliable feeding in semi-automatics and lever-action carbines.

Inside, the swaged lead core maintains perfect density and weight distribution, contributing to tight groupings and consistent terminal performance. Unlike plated bullets that may lack structure, the XTP features a tapered jacket with variable thickness—engineered to manage expansion and retain weight after impact. This performance makes it ideal for concealed carry, defensive loads, and hunting small to medium game.

Reloaders also benefit from the precision-applied cannelure, which provides accurate and repeatable crimping for dependable cartridge assembly. For those who value both cost-efficiency and performance, the Hornady 38 Cal 158gr XTP is also available in bulk bullets packaging, making it perfect for high-volume practice or carry load development.

CONTROLLED EXPANSION

Precise serrations divide the XTP into symmetrical sections, strategically weakening the jacket and initiating controlled expansion even at low velocities.

NO EXPOSED LEAD

The gilding metal jacket protects the nose of the bullet, so the hollow cavity functions properly on impact and ensures proper feeding in semi-automatics.

SWAGED CORE

Total uniformity of core density ensures balanced expansion as well as in-flight stability.

DRAWN GILDING METAL JACKET

Expansion is controlled by varying jacket thickness down the length of the XTP, providing a definite advantage over plated bullets with a uniform jacket thickness over the entire bullet.

CANNELURE

On revolver bullets, the cannelure helps achieve accurate, consistent crimping. All cannelures are applied before the final forming process to eliminate any distortion to the finished bullet.

• .38 Cal 158gr XTP Hollow Point
• Designed for Self-Defense, Law Enforcement, and Hunting
• Variable Jacket Thickness for Controlled Expansion
• Bulk Packaged – Ideal for Reloaders Seeking Bulk Bullets

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