The Federal Premium Personal Defense .38 Special +P 130gr Hydra-Shok Deep (brand part no. P38HSD1) starts with the finest primers Federal produces, inspected more frequently for dimensional tolerance and charge weight than standard-line ammunition. Federal Ammunition builds Hydra-Shok Deep around its signature center-post hollow point design, a feature that channels energy into the bullet for consistent, reliable expansion. This Defense line is optimized for the most efficient cycling and accuracy in subcompact handguns, exactly where a lightweight .38 Special carry revolver needs it most. In handgun ammunition for revolver carry, this is Federal’s Hydra-Shok Deep loading in .38 Special +P.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .38 Special +P, loaded to higher pressure than standard .38 Special for revolvers rated to handle it.
• The bullet is a 130-grain Hydra-Shok Deep hollow point, built around Federal’s signature center-post design.
• The center post is engineered for consistent, reliable expansion, channeling energy into the hollow point cavity.
• The case is nickel-plated brass, adding corrosion resistance.
• Primers receive more frequent inspection for dimensional tolerance and charge weight than standard-line ammunition.
• This load is optimized for reliable cycling and accuracy in subcompact handguns.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, a practical amount for practice plus a carry reload.
• Cases ship 10 boxes to a case, a useful bulk option for shooters training with their carry load.
• Cost works out to about $1.58 per round, priced for a premium defensive load.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the center post in a Hydra-Shok bullet do? It sits inside the hollow point cavity and channels energy into the bullet on impact, engineered for consistent, reliable expansion.

Can this ammunition be fired in any .38 Special revolver? It’s loaded to +P pressure, so it should only be fired in revolvers specifically rated for +P .38 Special ammunition.

How many rounds come in a box? Each box holds 20 rounds of .38 Special +P, with 10 boxes to a case.

Buy the Federal Premium Personal Defense .38 Special +P 130gr Hydra-Shok Deep, 20-Round Box

A signature bullet design earns its reputation for a reason, and Hydra-Shok Deep brings that reliability to a compact .38 Special revolver. Carry a round built around consistent expansion. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.