Product Overview: 380 ACP

The .380 ACP (Automatic Colt Pistol), also known as 9mm Short, is a popular semi-automatic pistol cartridge designed by John Moses Browning. It was introduced by Colt in 1908 and has since become a standard for self-defense and concealed carry handguns due to its compact size and manageable recoil.

Specifications:

• Bullet Diameter: 0.355 inches (9.0 mm)
• Case Length: 0.680 inches (17.3 mm)
• Overall Length: 0.984 inches (25.0 mm)
• Rim Diameter: 0.374 inches (9.5 mm)
• Case Type: Rimless, straight
• Bullet Weight Range: 85 to 100 grains (5.5 to 6.5 grams)
• Muzzle Velocity: 900 to 1,050 feet per second (274 to 320 meters per second)
• Muzzle Energy: 190 to 220 foot-pounds (258 to 298 joules)
• Primer Type: Small pistol

• 380 ACP
• .380 Auto
• 9mm Short
• Self-defense ammunition
• Concealed carry
• Semi-automatic pistol cartridge
• John Browning design
• Compact handgun cartridge
• Low recoil ammunition
• Personal protection bullet