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Double Tap built the Tac-XP .380 for the compact pistols that have become popular in the last decade. Whether you're carrying a Kel-Tec P3AT, Ruger LCP, Kahr PM380, or Taurus, this load is specifically tuned for short barrels and tight hand geometry. The Barnes TAC-XP bullet is a solid copper hollow point with 100% weight retention, which matters when every grain counts in a lightweight caliber.
What makes this load stand out is the attention to real-world defensive situations. Most defensive encounters happen in low-light conditions, and Double Tap formulated a low-flash powder that virtually eliminates muzzle flash without sacrificing reliability. You stay in control of the situation without being blinded by your own gun. The round hits 1100 fps from a mid-size .380 like the Bersa Thunder, though velocity will vary by barrel length as expected.
The solid copper construction delivers what traditional hollow points struggle with in this caliber: consistent expansion with solid penetration. Independent testing shows the TAC-XP expands reliably from short barrels and penetrates deep enough to reach vitals through varying clothing and barriers. Double Tap doesn't cheap out on the powder charge either, holding tolerances to plus or minus 1/10th grain, which keeps consistency tight from shot to shot.
These come in reloadable brass cases with boxer primers and non-corrosive components. Lead-free construction makes them suitable for ranges with environmental restrictions. Twenty rounds per box gives you a practical defensive load quantity without excess. Standard pressure loading means you're not dealing with any +P strangeness that could accelerate wear on a pocket-sized platform.
Yes. The Barnes TAC-XP is specifically designed to deliver consistent expansion from short barrels typical of compact .380 pistols. Velocity will naturally be lower from shorter barrels, but the bullet's geometry and large hollow-point cavity are engineered to expand at the velocities these guns produce.
Double Tap formulated a propellant that minimizes muzzle flash without sacrificing reliability or velocity. This matters in low-light self-defense situations where an uncontrolled flash can temporarily blind the shooter. Most defensive encounters happen in dim conditions, so this design addresses a real-world concern.
Double Tap holds tight manufacturing tolerances, keeping powder charges within plus or minus one-tenth grain. This consistency shot-to-shot helps with predictability. Real accuracy also depends on your specific pistol and your practice, but the quality control means you're starting with solid ammunition.
Yes. These come in reloadable brass with boxer primers, so if you reload, you can recycle the cases. They're also non-corrosive, which keeps your brass in better condition for reloading compared to corrosive ammunition.
| Caliber/Gauge | .380 ACP |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 1.10 |
| Grains | 80 gr |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 380A80X |
| Shipping Weight | 0.44 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 091037282002 |
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