The Federal Premium Hydra-Shok .38 Special +P 129 grain Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) is a personal defense load engineered for consistent expansion and reliable performance. Its Hydra-Shok design is intended to provide controlled expansion and effective penetration characteristics. This loading is packaged as 20 rounds per box with nickel-plated brass cases and is suitable for use in firearms chambered for .38 Special +P where the firearm manufacturer permits +P ammunition.
Key Specifications
- The cartridge is rated .38 Special +P for increased pressure performance.
- The bullet weight is 129 grains in a jacketed hollow point design.
- The bullet type is specified as Hydra-Shok Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP).
- The listed muzzle velocity is 950 ft/sec.
- The listed muzzle energy is 258 ft·lbs.
- Each box contains 20 rounds.
- Boxes are grouped 25 per case (500 rounds per case).
- The case material is nickel-plated brass.
- The line is part of Federal’s Personal Defense series.
- The product is listed as reloadable.
Federal Premium Hydra-Shok ammunition is built with attention to component quality and consistent manufacturing tolerances to deliver reliable ignition and predictable performance. The 129 gr Hydra-Shok JHP load provides a balance of expansion and penetration appropriate for defensive applications in firearms rated for +P loads. For shooters who prioritize consistent terminal performance and dependable feeding in compact or full-size handguns, this offering provides a purpose-built option from a well-established manufacturer.
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