The Federal American Eagle .38 Special 158gr lead round nose load (Federal part no. AE38B) is a 50-round box of revolver practice ammunition. Federal designed the American Eagle handgun line to give recoil and velocity similar to its self-defense and competition loads, so target work builds the right habits. The 158-grain lead round nose bullet is the classic .38 Special weight, loaded in brass cases with Federal primers and clean-burning powders. It is a natural pick for revolver shooters who burn through a lot of rounds in a session.

Key Specifications

• Chambering is .38 Special, the classic revolver cartridge.
• Bullet weight is 158 grains, the traditional .38 Special weight.
• The bullet is a lead round nose, an uncoated lead design suited to target practice.
• Muzzle velocity is 770 fps from a 4-inch test barrel, per Federal’s published figure.
• Muzzle energy is 208 ft-lb, falling to 183 ft-lb at 100 yards.
• The box holds 50 rounds, enough for several cylinders over a full session.
• Cases are brass, which suits handloaders as well as shooters who simply pick up their spent brass.
• Primers are Federal brand, chosen for consistent ignition.
• Powder is a clean-burning formulation, which Federal says helps keep residue down.
• The load is intended for target shooting, giving recoil and velocity similar to defensive and competition loads for a familiar feel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What bullet does this .38 Special load use? It uses a 158-grain lead round nose bullet. Federal lists it for target shooting.

Is this a jacketed or lead bullet? It is a plain lead round nose bullet, not a jacketed one, as the product name says.

How many rounds come in a box? Each box holds 50 rounds.

Buy the Federal American Eagle .38 Special 158gr Lead Round Nose Ammunition, 50 Rounds

A box of 50 rounds is the right size for a revolver shooter who wants to work through a few cylinders at a time without a trip back to the bench. Order this American Eagle load from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and browse more handgun ammunition for fast, insured shipping.