Revolver · CIP
.38/.357 FX (Simunition)
.38/.357 FX (Simunition) is a rimmed straight-walled revolver cartridge of Canada origin.
- Caliber
- 0.352″ · 8.94 mm
- Introduced
- 1998
- Case
- Rimmed
- Primary use
- Self-Defense, Target
- Status
- Active
- Introduced
- 1998
- Type
- Revolver
- Origin
- Canada
- Inventor
- Simunition (approx: name-implied maker)
- Manufacturer
- Simunition (General Dynamics OTS Canada)
- Standard
- CIP
- Status
- Active
- Availability
- Limited
- Case capacity
- 18 gr H₂O
- Twist (typical)
- 1:10.0
- Primer
- Large Pistol
- Case type
- Rimmed
- Max pressure
- 5,076 psi, CIP transducer
- Eff. range
- 50 yd
- Max range
- 250 yd
- Recoil
- 6.2–7.6 ft·lb
Ballistics
Velocity only, no drag model: no published ballistic coefficient is on file for .38/.357 FX (Simunition), so this is the shape gravity alone gives the advertised velocity. Drag would steepen it. The tool below solves real loads through their published G1 or G7 model.
Open in Ballistic Compare- Parent case
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Representative trajectory — modeled from a single velocity input (no published BC for this cartridge yet).
Dimensionscase measurements · scale drawing · size vs familiar rounds
Case dimensions — the scale drawing at the top of the page is built from these.
CIP TDCC · approximate| Measure | mm | in | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bullet ⌀ | 8.94 | 0.352 | ✓ |
| Neck ⌀ | 9.63 | 0.379 | |
| Shoulder ⌀ | n/a | ||
| Shoulder angle | n/a | ||
| Base ⌀ | 9.63 | 0.379 | ✓ |
| Rim ⌀ | 11.05 | 0.435 | ✓ |
| Belt ⌀ | n/a | ||
| Rim thickness | 1.47 | 0.058 | ✓ |
| Neck length | n/a | ||
| Case length | 23.24 | 0.915 | ✓ |
| Overall length | 30.99 | 1.220 | ✓ |
Size vs familiar rounds
Drawn at true 1:1 — every case is accurate relative to the others. Absolute size depends on your screen's pixel density, so measuring one against a real ruler may be off. .38/.357 FX (Simunition) is highlighted below.
Missing a dimension for .38/.357 FX (Simunition)? Some case measurements aren't in a published SAAMI/CIP drawing yet. Have a factory or reamer print? Send it → — verified hard-to-find data earns a free Lindcott sticker.
Reloading costestimate cost per round vs factory
Estimate your cost per round and how it compares to factory. Inputs are yours — nothing is stored.
Cost estimate only — not load data. Charge weight is your input; follow published manuals for safe charges.
Connected reference
History
The .38/.357 FX (Simunition) is a straight rimmed handgun cartridge originating in Canada.
FAQs
- What twist rate does .38/.357 FX (Simunition) use?
- .38/.357 FX (Simunition) typically uses a 1:10.0 twist rate.
- What bullet diameter is .38/.357 FX (Simunition)?
- .38/.357 FX (Simunition) uses a 0.352″ (8.94 mm) diameter bullet.
- Is .38/.357 FX (Simunition) still in production?
- .38/.357 FX (Simunition) is active; typical availability is limited.
- What is .38/.357 FX (Simunition) used for?
- .38/.357 FX (Simunition) is primarily used for self-defense, target.
Sources & provenance
Data & sources. Specs compiled from the Lindcott Armory reference; the trajectory is modeled (point-mass), not measured. See methodology. Spotted an error? Report it →
