.38 ACP

1900 · John Moses Browning · 5 firearms in catalog

Also known as: .38 Automatic Colt Pistol, .38 Auto, 9x23mmSR

Cartridge specifications

Bullet Diameter9 mm (0.354")
Case Length22.9 mm (0.902")
Typical Bullet Weight8.4 g (130 gr)
Typical Muzzle Velocity358 m/s (1175 fps)
Typical Muzzle Energy520 J (384 ft·lbf)
Primer TypeSmall Pistol
Cartridge TypeSemi Rimmed
Introduced1900

Firearms chambered in .38 ACP