Popular concealed carry cartridge. Smaller than 9mm with less recoil. Good balance for small pocket pistols.
Type: Pistol
Introduced: 1908, United States
Parent case: .38 ACP
Standardization: SAAMI
Bullet diameter: 0.355" (9.02 mm)
Case length: 0.68" (17.27 mm)
Overall length: 0.984" (25 mm)
Max pressure: 21,500 PSI
Rim type: Rimless
Primer: Small Pistol
Typical twist rate: 1:10
Muzzle velocity: 950–1000 fps
Muzzle energy: 190–220 ft-lbs
Effective range: 25 yd
Common bullet weights: 85, 90, 95, 100 gr
Primary use: Self Defense
Production status: Active
Also known as: .380 Auto · 9mm Kurz · 9x17mm
History: Designed by John Browning in 1908. Called 9mm Kurz (short) in Europe. Gained massive popularity with modern micro compact pistols.
Notable firearms: Walther PPK, Glock 42, SIG P238, Ruger LCP
Similar cartridges: .32 ACP, 9mm Luger