Federal Range and Target .380 ACP 95gr FMJ Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • FMJ
Federal Range and Target .380 ACP 95gr FMJ Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • FMJ
Trajectory @ 25yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 980 fps | 202 ft-lb | — |
| 5 yds | 968 fps | 197 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 10 yds | 957 fps | 193 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 15 yds | 946 fps | 189 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 20 yds | 936 fps | 185 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 25 yds ⊕ | 927 fps | 181 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 30 yds | 917 fps | 177 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 35 yds | 908 fps | 174 ft-lb | -0.5" |
| 40 yds | 899 fps | 170 ft-lb | -0.9" |
| 45 yds | 891 fps | 167 ft-lb | -1.4" |
| 50 yds | 882 fps | 164 ft-lb | -2.0" |
| 55 yds | 874 fps | 161 ft-lb | -2.8" |
| 60 yds | 866 fps | 158 ft-lb | -3.6" |
| 65 yds | 859 fps | 155 ft-lb | -4.6" |
| 70 yds | 851 fps | 153 ft-lb | -5.6" |
| 75 yds | 844 fps | 150 ft-lb | -6.8" |
| 80 yds | 836 fps | 147 ft-lb | -8.2" |
| 85 yds | 829 fps | 145 ft-lb | -9.6" |
| 90 yds | 822 fps | 142 ft-lb | -11.2" |
| 95 yds | 815 fps | 140 ft-lb | -12.9" |
| 100 yds | 809 fps | 138 ft-lb | -14.7" |
Product Overview
Federal's Range and Target .380 ACP pushes a 95-grain FMJ bullet at 980 fps, generating 203 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. That puts it at the top of the .380 FMJ category for velocity. Compared to the Winchester USA at 955 fps and the Aguila at 945 fps, this Federal load runs noticeably hotter. The brass case feeds smoothly in compact pistols and ejects cleanly, which matters when you're running drills back to back.
The extra velocity over competing loads like the PMC Bronze (961 fps) and Armscor (920 fps) translates to more reliable cycling in finicky pocket guns. Small .380 pistols can be picky about ammo, and the added energy helps the slide move with authority. Federal also loads this line with tight powder charges, so you get consistent velocities from round to round. That consistency shows up on target as tighter groups at 7 and 10 yards.
This is straight-up range ammunition. If you carry a .380 daily, buy a case of this for training and save your hollow points for the nightstand. The 95-grain weight matches most .380 defensive loads, so your point of impact stays the same when you switch back to carry ammo. It also works well for teaching new shooters on compact platforms since the recoil stays manageable and the round cycles without drama.
- 980 fps muzzle velocity is the highest in its class among standard .380 FMJ range loads
- 203 ft-lbs of energy provides reliable cycling in compact and subcompact .380 pistols
- 95-grain bullet weight matches common defensive loads for consistent point-of-impact training
- Brass cases are reloadable and feed more reliably than steel or aluminum alternatives
- Costs more per round than budget options like Armscor or Aguila
- FMJ projectile has no expansion, so it is strictly a training round
- Higher velocity can produce slightly more felt recoil than softer loads like the PMC Bronze 90gr
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All Federal Range and Target .380 ACP 95gr FMJ Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Gunner | 200 | $75.00 | $18.43 | $93.43 | $0.47 |
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