Hornady XTP bullets in 38 caliber, .357 diameter, 140 grains hollow point (Hornady part no. 35740), are designed for hunting, self-defense, and law enforcement use, an accuracy record that has led many competitive shooters to adopt the line as well. Precise serrations divide the bullet into symmetrical sections, strategically weakening the jacket to initiate controlled expansion even at low velocities, while the gilding metal jacket protects the nose and total uniformity of core density ensures balanced expansion and in-flight stability. At 140 grains, this is a heavier option than Hornady’s 125-grain XTP in the same caliber, favored by shooters loading for deeper penetration in .357 Magnum-class handguns.

Key Specifications

• Bullet diameter is .357 inch (38 caliber).
• Bullet weight is 140 grains, heavier than Hornady’s 125-grain XTP in the same caliber.
• Jacketed hollow point (XTP) bullet style with pre-formed serrations for controlled expansion.
• Serrations strategically weaken the jacket to initiate expansion even at low velocities.
• Gilding metal jacket protects the nose during flight and on impact.
• Uniform core density ensures balanced expansion and in-flight stability.
• Sold 100 bullets per box.
• Ships at approximately 2.0625 lb.
• Widely adopted by competitive shooters for its accuracy record.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the 140-grain XTP compare to Hornady’s 125-grain version? The extra weight is favored for deeper penetration, particularly out of .357 Magnum-class handguns.

What is this bullet built for? Hunting, self-defense, and law enforcement use, engineered for reliable expansion across handgun velocities.

How many bullets come in a box? 100 bullets per box.

Buy the Hornady XTP 38 Caliber 140gr Handgun Bullets

Load a heavier-for-caliber XTP built for deeper penetration in .357-class handguns. Order from Hornady through our reloading bullets lineup, with fast shipping from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop.