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What is the difference between a 38 caliber and 40 caliber bullet?
The .40 caliber bullet is a little larger in diameter and is a little heavier (under most circumstances). The .40 will usually have more powder, velocity, and muzzle energy. Also, the .40 is designed for use in a semi-automatic and the .38 is a revolver cartridge.
What is the muzzle velocity of a cal 38 revolver?
That will depend on WHICH .38 caliber cartridge (thre are several) the length of the barrel (longer barrels= faster bullets) and the catridge itself. A very light target cartridge will be slower than a hot defensive cartridge. For a .38 Special revolver with a 4 inch barrel, velocity averages about 770 fps, but may range from 670-980 FPS.
What is the muzzle velocity of a smith and Wesson cal 38 revolver?
Depending on bullet weight and powder, 650-1000 fps or more.
How fast does a 38 caliber bullet travel?
Muzzle velocity will vary, depending on whether fired from a rifle, revolver, or semi-automatic pistol- and on the loading of THAT particular cartridge. A .38 Special wadcutter target load fired from a 4 inch bbl revolver will reach about 690 feet per second. A +P+ (high energy load) fired from a 6" revolver may reach 1100 fps.
What kind of ammo can be shot out of a 38 caliber revolver?
38 special.
How do get information about Taurus 38 caliber revolver?
gunbroker.com
How do you unjam a 38 caliber revolver?
You take it to a gunsmith
Can you use 9mm ammunition with a 38 caliber revolver?
No
Can you put a 38 caliber bullet in a 357 caliber revolver?
.38 Special, yes. Other .38 cartridges (such as the .38 Long Colt or .38 Super), no.
What is the difference between a 38 special revolver and aregular revolver?
38 special is only a revolver caliber. that's like saying a 44 magnum revolver or a 500 special revolver. a revolver is a revolver
Can you shoot 30 caliber rounds from a 38 revolver?
No, you cannot.
Can you shoot 9mm rounds from a 38 caliber revolver?
No, you cannot.
