Handgun Ammunition
Target • Defense • Suppressor • Hunting • 8 Calibers • 11 Brands
The complete pistol-cartridge catalog, organized by what you actually need it for. FMJ training ammunition from Federal American Eagle, PMC Bronze, Magtech, and CCI Blazer. Defensive JHP from Federal Hydra-Shok, Hornady Critical Defense and XTP, Corbon Personal Defense and DPX. Subsonic suppressor cartridges from Ammo Inc Stelth, Sellier & Bellot, Fiocchi, and Winchester Super Suppressed. CCI handgun shotshells for snake and pest control. SuperNova tracer, Fiocchi blanks, and the rare specialty rounds. Eight calibers, eleven manufacturers — pick the use case below and we'll route you to the right shelf.
About Handgun Ammunition at Keep Shooting
Handgun ammunition splits cleanly into four use cases — target practice, personal defense, suppressor pairing, and pest control — and the right cartridge for one is rarely the right cartridge for another. We've organized the catalog around the way shooters actually buy: pick the use case below and the subcategory page narrows the selection to the right loads, brands, and price points. Or browse the full consolidated catalog if you already know the SKU.
Shop by use case
Target Shooting Handgun Ammo
FMJ range and training cartridges in 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, .380 ACP, .32 ACP, and .38 Super. Federal American Eagle, PMC Bronze, Magtech, CCI Blazer, Winchester Q4172. The high-volume practice category.
~24 SKUs · 7 calibers →
Personal Defense Handgun Ammo
Purpose-engineered defensive JHPs. Federal Hydra-Shok (the FBI standard since 1989), Hornady Critical Defense (short-barrel FTX Flex-Tip), Hornady Custom XTP, Corbon Personal Defense and DPX. The carry category.
~9 SKUs · 6 calibers →
Suppressor-Ready Handgun Ammo
Sub-1,125 fps subsonic loads paired to centerfire pistol suppressors. Ammo Inc Stelth, Armscor, Fiocchi, Sellier & Bellot, Winchester Super Suppressed. Heavy bullets, low- flash powders, no ballistic crack. The NFA category.
8 SKUs · 3 calibers →
Hunting Handgun Ammo
CCI handgun shotshells in .40 S&W and .45 ACP — #9 birdshot capsules for short-range snake control, barn-rat dispatch, and indoor pest applications. The ranch and rural-property category.
2 SKUs · 2 calibers →
All Handgun Ammo — the consolidated catalog
Every handgun cartridge we stock in one list — ~35 SKUs across 8 calibers and 11 manufacturers. Best for shoppers who already know the SKU or who want to filter by caliber across all use cases.
Shop by caliber
Eight modern centerfire pistol calibers in the catalog. Use the filter on the listing page to narrow to a single chambering, or jump to the consolidated 9mm landing page for the most-shopped cartridge.
9mm Luger
9x19mm Parabellum · M9 service since 1985 · the dominant target and defense cartridge
9mm landing page →.45 ACP
Browning 1905 · M1911 service · inherently subsonic at 230-grain ball
.40 S&W
1990 FBI cartridge · police duty through 2010s · returned to 9mm in 2016
.380 ACP
Browning 1908 · the modern pocket-pistol cartridge · LCP, P365, Bodyguard
.357 Magnum
S&W and Winchester 1934 · police duty 1935-1980s · modern snub-nose carry
.32 ACP
Browning 1899 · European pocket pistols · PPK, CZ 70, Beretta 81
.38 Super +P
Colt 1929 · Prohibition-era anti-armor · modern IPSC competition
5.7x28mm
FN Belgian 1980s · FN Five-seveN and P90 · Fiocchi subsonic for suppressor pairing
Bullet types — the quick reference
If the alphabet soup of FMJ, JHP, +P, subsonic, and tracer is unfamiliar, the quick version:
| Type | What it is | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| FMJ | Full Metal Jacket — lead core in a copper-alloy jacket, no expansion | Range training, target practice, high round counts |
| JHP | Jacketed Hollow Point — expanding bullet for controlled wound channel | Concealed carry, home defense, duty use |
| Subsonic | Heavy bullet at sub-1,125 fps — no ballistic crack | Suppressor pairing for maximum noise reduction |
| +P | Higher-than-standard chamber pressure — more velocity, more recoil | Defensive use in +P-rated firearms only |
| Shotshell | Plastic capsule of #9 birdshot, very short range | Snake control, barn-rat dispatch, indoor pest |
| Tracer | Pyrotechnic bullet base, visible flight path glow | Outdoor plinking, night range — check restrictions |
| Blank | Crimped or wadded case, no projectile | Cycling tests, ceremonial, theatrical, K9 training |
Shop by brand
Eleven manufacturers in the catalog. The premium tier handles defensive ammunition; the value tier handles range training; the specialty houses cover suppressor, tracer, and shotshell niches.
Beyond handgun ammunition
The other three ammunition divisions on the site cover the long-gun calibers and specialty applications that don't fit the pistol-cartridge envelope: Rifle Ammo for .223/5.56, .308/7.62 NATO, .30-06, .30 Carbine, .300 Blackout, surplus calibers (7.5 Swiss, 8mm Mauser), and rifle blanks; Rimfire Ammo for .22 LR, .22 WMR, CCI Quiet-22, subsonic, and tracer; and Shotgun Ammo for buckshot, slugs, less-lethal, mini-shells, and the Federal Premium .410 handgun shotshell for the Taurus Judge and S&W Governor revolvers. For the pistols themselves see our Pistols catalog and matching concealed-carry holsters; for range gear see Eye and Ear Protection; and for suppressors see the NFA Silencers selection.
Keep Shooting ships handgun ammunition from our Pennsylvania warehouse with free shipping on orders over $49.95 and hassle-free returns. Pick the use case above and the right cartridge is two clicks away.
Frequently Asked Questions — Handgun Ammo
Keep Shooting carries a wide selection of Handgun Ammo products from trusted brands. Browse our catalog to see the full range, and use the filters on the left to narrow by brand, price, or product type.
Yes! All orders over $49.95 qualify for free shipping, including Handgun Ammo products. Orders typically ship within 1–2 business days.
Keep Shooting offers hassle-free returns on Handgun Ammo products. If you're not completely satisfied, contact our customer service team for a return authorization. All products must be in original, unused condition.
If you need help choosing the right Handgun Ammo product, our team is available to assist. Check individual product descriptions for detailed specifications, or contact us directly and we'll help you find the best fit for your needs.