The Liberty Civil Defense .38 Special 50gr load (Liberty part no. LACD38025) is a 20-round box of self-defense ammunition from Liberty Ammunition. It pairs a light 50-grain projectile with a 1500 fps muzzle velocity, which Liberty says cuts recoil by 28 to 44 percent compared with standard .38 Special defense rounds. The bullet is designed to open a large cavity on impact, then break apart into a starburst pattern of separate wound channels. That design is aimed at stopping a threat with one round while limiting over-penetration. It suits snub-nose and small-frame revolvers carried for personal protection and home defense.

Key Specifications

• Caliber is .38 Special, the classic revolver chambering this load is built for.
• Bullet weight is 50 grains, a light projectile that holds recoil down for faster follow-up shots.
• Muzzle velocity is 1500 fps, the speed that drives the cavity and fragmentation action on impact.
• Muzzle energy is 250 foot-pounds, delivered from that light 50-grain projectile.
• Accuracy is rated at under 1 inch at 25 meters, a tight group for a defensive load.
• Terminal effect is listed at 2.5 inches wide by 12 inches deep, which describes the cavity width and penetration depth Liberty publishes.
• Recoil is 28 to 44 percent lower than standard .38 Special defense rounds, according to Liberty.
• The projectile fragments into a starburst pattern after the cavity fills, creating multiple wound channels.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, a practical count for carry loads and range checks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this load made for .38 Special revolvers? Yes, it is a .38 Special cartridge with a 50-grain projectile at 1500 fps.

How does the bullet work? Liberty designed the projectile so the large cavity fills with fluid and builds hydraulic pressure until the side walls rupture, after which the bullet fragments into a starburst pattern with multiple wound channels.

How many rounds come in a box? Each box contains 20 rounds.

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