Hornady XTP bullets in 38 caliber, 125 grains (Hornady part no. 35730), are designed for hunting, self-defense, and law enforcement use, with an accuracy record that has led many competitive shooters to adopt the line as well. The XTP was engineered from the outset to expand reliably across a wide range of handgun velocities, delivering deep penetration with every shot. At 125 grains, this is a proven, versatile weight for .357-diameter handgun loads used across practice, defense, and hunting alike.

Key Specifications

• Bullet diameter is .357 inch (38 caliber).
• Bullet weight is 125 grains.
• Jacketed hollow point (XTP) bullet style engineered for reliable expansion.
• Performs consistently across a wide range of handgun velocities.
• Sold 100 bullets per box.
• Ships at approximately 1.8438 lb.
• Designed from the outset to deliver deep penetration with every shot.
• Suited to hunting, self-defense, and law enforcement use alike.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the XTP bullet designed for? Hunting, self-defense, and law enforcement use, built to expand reliably and penetrate deeply across handgun velocities.

Why do competitive shooters use a hunting/defense bullet like the XTP? Its accuracy record has earned it a following among competitive shooters as well as hunters and defensive shooters.

How many bullets come in a box? 100 bullets per box.

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