Description
Remington UMC has been a staple for range shooters and trainers for over a century, and these .38 Special rounds are designed to let you stack rounds downrange without worrying about the cost. Each box carries 250 rounds of factory-fresh ammunition loaded in Lonoke, Arkansas with components built to deliver consistent performance shot after shot.
What Makes Remington UMC .38 Special Stand Out
The full metal jacket design means less lead fouling and cleaner barrel conditions than lead rounds, making these rounds ideal for indoor range sessions or extended practice days. The 130-grain bullet weight sits right in the sweet spot for managing recoil while still delivering the energy needed for target work. You get clean-shooting Kleanbore primers paired with reloadable brass cases, so if you're into handloading, you've got usable brass to work with.
Specs Built for Training
With a muzzle velocity around 800 fps and 185 foot-pounds of energy, these rounds perform predictably in standard revolvers and semi-automatic pistols. The ammunition is non-corrosive and uses boxer primers, which matters if you're planning to reload or just want brass that handles cleanly. At this velocity, recoil stays manageable even during longer practice sessions, which can matter if you're training newer shooters or running extended drills.
Practical for High-Volume Use
This mega pack format (four boxes of 250 rounds each when buying a case) is set up for people who actually shoot. Whether you're doing regular range visits, training multiple people, or stocking up for serious practice time, the bulk buy means you spend less per round and keep shooting instead of stopping to buy more ammunition. The FMJ design also keeps your revolver or pistol cleaner between cleanings compared to standard lead round nose loads.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .38 Special
- Bullet Weight: 130 grains
- Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)
- Muzzle Velocity: 800 feet per second
- Muzzle Energy: 185 foot-pounds
- Rounds Per Box: 250
- Case Material: Brass
- Primer Type: Boxer
- Corrosive: No
- Reloadable: Yes
- Manufacturer: Remington
- MPN: 23731
- UPC: 047700386003
- Made In: USA (Lonoke, Arkansas)
What’s Included
- 250 rounds of .38 Special 130gr FMJ ammunition
- Four boxes per case (Mega Pack)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I shoot .38 Special in a .357 Magnum revolver?
Yes. .357 Magnum revolvers are fully compatible with standard .38 Special ammunition. This makes it a great lower-recoil, lower-cost option for practice and training in your magnum revolver. However, never fire .357 Magnum ammunition in a revolver chambered only for .38 Special, as the pressure is too high.
Are these rounds good for indoor range shooting?
Yes, these work well indoors. The full metal jacket design prevents lead particles from becoming airborne, which is a key concern at indoor facilities. The Kleanbore primers are also clean-burning. Always check your specific range's ammunition policy before shooting, as some facilities have their own requirements.
Is this FMJ ammo suitable for self-defense?
FMJ ammunition is optimized for training and practice, not self-defense. Full metal jacket rounds don't expand on impact like hollow-point rounds do. For personal defense applications, hollow-point or semi-jacketed hollow-point ammunition is the better choice.
Can I reload the spent brass from this ammo?
Yes. These rounds come in reloadable brass cases with boxer primers, which are the industry standard for reloading. If you handload your own ammunition, you can reuse the brass after firing, which helps keep practice costs down over time.




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