PPU builds the PPU .38 S&W 145gr LRN, 50-Round Box (brand part no. PPH38SW) around a .38 S&W platform, priced and built for high-volume practice without sacrificing reliability. Each round drives a 145-grain lead round nose bullet. It is a dependable option for anyone stocking up on handgun ammunition. PPU backs the load with consistent quality control from lot to lot, so what you pattern or zero with today is what ships in the next case.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .38 S&W, a common, affordable chambering that keeps practice costs down.
• The bullet weighs 145 grains, a standard weight that mirrors common carry loads for realistic practice.
• The bullet is a lead round nose, the terminal design behind the load.
• The case is Brass, the reliable standard for consistent chambering and reloading.
• Each box holds 50 rounds, a practical count for a range session without constant reordering.
• Cost per round runs about $0.62, useful for budgeting a range day or a season of practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the PPU .38 S&W a defensive round or a practice round? It’s a practice and range load. The bullet is built for reliable feeding and affordable high-volume shooting rather than expansion, so it is not a substitute for a dedicated defensive round.

Does the lead round nose bullet expand on impact? Yes, it’s engineered to expand reliably on impact for a wider wound channel and faster energy transfer.

What is the case made of? It uses a brass case, the reliable standard for consistent chambering and reloading.

Buy the PPU .38 S&W

High-volume practice is where good habits get built, and this load is priced to let you put in the reps. Browse more handgun ammunition while you shop, or add this load to your cart now. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.