Winchester Defender .38 Special +P 130gr PDX1
Winchester's Defender .38 Special +P ammunition features bonded hollow-point bullets engineered for personal defense. The PDX1 projectile expands reliably while maintaining deep penetration through FBI test protocols.
Winchester Defender .38 Special +P 130gr PDX1
When personal defense matters, ammunition performance cannot be compromised. Winchester's Defender line represents decades of ballistic engineering focused on one objective: reliable stopping power when it counts.
Key Features
- Caliber: .38 Special +P
- Bullet Weight: 130 grains
- Bullet Design: Bonded hollow-point with PDX1 Threat Stopping Technology
- Muzzle Velocity: 950 feet per second
- Expansion: Controlled expansion up to 1.5x original diameter
- Packaging: 20 rounds per box
Performance Design
Winchester's proprietary bonding process welds the jacket directly to the lead core, preventing separation during impact. This engineering ensures the bullet maintains structural integrity while expanding reliably through intermediate barriers—a critical consideration in real-world defensive scenarios.
The PDX1 hollow-point design meets FBI test protocol standards for penetration depth and expansion consistency. The notched jacket promotes controlled fragmentation, maximizing energy transfer while maintaining the penetration necessary for reliable performance through clothing and other common obstacles.
Why Choose Winchester Defender
Winchester has manufactured ammunition for American shooters since 1873. The Defender line represents the company's commitment to personal protection ammunition that performs when lives depend on it. Law enforcement agencies across the country trust Winchester ammunition for duty carry, a testament to its reliability and effectiveness.
Features
- hollow point expansion up to 1.5x the originial diameter
- notched jacket expands into six uniform segments
- jacket welded to lead improves penetration and retains weight
