The Federal Hydra-Shok Low Recoil .380 ACP 90gr load (Federal part no. PD380HS1H) is a personal defense round for pocket pistols, built around the Hydra-Shok bullet that has been a popular self-defense choice since 1989. Federal says Low Recoil offerings provide similar performance while significantly reducing muzzle rise, improving accuracy and target acquisition. The notched copper jacket initiates and controls expansion, and the center-post hollow-point design provides reliable expansion. It is packed 20 rounds to the box.

Key Specifications

• The cartridge is .380 ACP, a common chambering for compact carry pistols.
• Bullet weight is 90 grains in a Hydra-Shok design.
• The bullet is a Hydra-Shok Jacketed Hollow Point with a center post for reliable expansion.
• The jacket is a notched copper design that initiates and controls expansion.
• Muzzle velocity is 1000 fps as measured from a 3.75-inch test barrel.
• Muzzle energy is 200 ft-lbs, the figure Federal publishes at the muzzle.
• Velocity at 100 yards is 847 fps with 143 ft-lbs of energy remaining.
• The load is a Low Recoil offering that significantly reduces muzzle rise.
• Federal lists the intended usage as self-defense and the box holds 20 rounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Low Recoil mean for this load? Federal designs Low Recoil offerings to provide similar performance while significantly reducing muzzle rise, improving accuracy and target acquisition.

What test barrel length was used for the velocity? Federal measured the 1000 fps muzzle velocity from a 3.75-inch test barrel.

How many rounds come in the box? The box holds 20 rounds.

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Small carry pistols get a defensive bullet with a proven record and less muzzle rise in this .380 ACP load. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping, and browse more Federal Ammunition loads and handgun ammunition while you are here.