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Description

The Fort Scott Munitions .38 Special +P TUI load (Fort Scott Munitions part no. 38+P081SCV) uses the company’s multi-patented Tumble Upon Impact design. The bullet is a non-lead, solid copper spun SCS projectile machined from premium materials, and Fort Scott lists the load for match shooting and self-defense. The test data on the maker page shows 1362 fps from a 6-inch barrel. This listing is a 20-round box.

Key Specifications

  • The cartridge is .38 Special +P, the higher-pressure loading of the classic revolver round.
  • The bullet is a Tumble Upon Impact (TUI) solid copper spun SCS design, which Fort Scott says tumbles end-over-end in water-based tissue.
  • The bullet is non-lead solid copper, machined from premium materials.
  • Fort Scott says the design gives superior penetration alongside its tumbling action.
  • Velocity is 1362 fps from the maker’s test barrel.
  • The test barrel is 6 inches with a 1:18.75 twist, so the velocity reflects that barrel length.
  • Cartridge overall length is 1.550 inches, which matters for fit in revolver cylinders and magazines.
  • The box holds 20 rounds, the standard defensive-ammunition box size.
  • Fort Scott lists the load for match shooting and self-defense.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a +P load? Yes. Fort Scott lists the caliber as .38 Special +P.

Does it need any barrel preparation? Fort Scott recommends cleaning your barrel thoroughly before shooting solid copper or brass ammunition if your previous ammunition was not solid copper or brass, which improves accuracy and performance with the monolithic bullet.

What is the Tumble Upon Impact design? It is Fort Scott’s multi-patented bullet design, made as a solid copper spun SCS projectile that tumbles end-over-end on impact with water-based tissue.

Buy the Fort Scott Munitions .38 Special +P TUI Solid Copper Ammunition, 20-Round Box

A 20-round box of TUI gives a revolver owner a lead-free, solid copper option built around Fort Scott’s tumbling-bullet design. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping, and see more handgun ammunition.

Additional Information

Caliber/Gauge

.38 Special

Case Material

Brass

Cost per Round

1.27

Grains

81 gr

Length

2.8500

Manufacturer

Fort Scott Munitions

Manufacturer Part Number

38+P081SCV

Units per Box

20

UPC

758381721259