Remington High Terminal Performance .38 Special +P ammunition (part no. 22297) loads the traditional 158-grain lead hollow point, the classic full-weight .38 Special defensive bullet. Remington manufactures HTP with first-quality brass cases, high-grade propellants, and Kleanbore priming, packing ample punch to deliver instant stopping power. The 158-grain lead hollow point has been a trusted revolver defensive load for generations, carrying the full bullet mass and momentum the cartridge is known for. This handgun ammunition suits shooters who want the traditional, proven .38 Special defensive loading.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .38 Special +P, a higher-pressure loading of the classic revolver cartridge.
• The bullet weighs 158 grains, the traditional full-weight standard for .38 Special.
• The bullet type is a lead hollow point, the classic .38 Special defensive bullet design.
• The case material is brass, giving reliable extraction and standard reloading compatibility.
• Priming uses Kleanbore priming, Remington’s clean-burning, corrosion-resistant primer technology.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, a practical count for a defensive carry supply.
• Twenty-five boxes ship per case (500 rounds total), a bulk option for dealers and high-volume shooters.
• Cost runs about $0.97 per round, typical pricing for a premium +P defensive revolver load.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is +P ammunition safe in any .38 Special revolver? Not necessarily, +P exceeds standard .38 Special pressure, so it should only be used in a revolver the manufacturer rates for +P ammunition.

Is 158 grains the traditional .38 Special bullet weight? Yes, 158 grains is the classic full-weight standard for .38 Special, a loading that has been trusted for generations of revolver shooters.

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A carry revolver deserves ammunition built for stopping power, and HTP has delivered exactly that reputation for decades. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.