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38 SPECIAL IS ONE OF MANY HANDGUN CALIBERS MADE. THE +P DENOTES ADDITIONAL POWDER BRINGING THE 38 SPECIAL CLOSER IN POWER TO THE 357 MAGNUM CARTRIDGE. THIS HIGHER POWER ROUND OVERPOWERS MANY REVOLVERS AND SHOULD ONLY BE USED WITH THE GUN MANUFACTURES RECOMMENDATIONS, WHICH MIGHT BE LISTED ON THE GUN AS "38 SPL +P" IN NEWER REVOLVERS, OR BY CONTACTING THE MANUFACTURER DIRECTLY WITH YOUR MODEL NUMBER. Ace Hardware and Gun Store Lynchburg VA
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Can 38special plus p be used in a model 36 smith and wesson?
Not recommended
What does the 'plus P' mean in ammunition designated 38 special plus P?
Simply put, ammunition that is loaded to a higher pressure to achieve more velocity.
Is the rossi model 68 suitable for plus P ammunition?
No.
Can you shoot Plus P ammunition in a model 66-1?
yes
Can you shoot plus p ammo in xds springfield 45?
As long as the +p is SAAMI approved ammunition
Can you shoot Plus P ammunition in a XD-9?
What does the owner's manual say?
Where to buy 38 special plus p ammunition?
You can purchase high-quality .38 Special +P ammunition, specifically the Buffalo Bore Ammunition .38 Special Short Barrel 110 Grain Barnes TAC-XP Hollow Point (Lead-Free), from reputable retailers. to explore and purchase this premium ammunition for your shooting needs.
What does the plus P mean for ammunition?
+p means an increase in barrel pressure behind the bullet, or a hotter(faster) load.
Can you use plus p ammunition in s and W mod 38?
Depends on how old the revolver is.
Is it safe to fire Plus P ammunition in a Ruger LCP 380?
You will need to contact Ruger.
What does plus P mean after 38 Special?
Ammunition loaded to higher than normal pressure.
Can you use 38special plus p rounds in a normal 38 special s and w gun?
It depends on the model of the firearm. Some firearms are capable of handling the increased stress that +p rounds put on them, others are not. Look in your manual or contact S&W.
