Cartridge Hall of Fame: 38-40 Winchester Ammunition | MidwayUSA

Published on April 15, 2010
Duration: 1:31

The .38-40 Winchester, introduced in 1874, was a medium-power cartridge originally paired with the .44-40. It gained fame in the Winchester Model 1873 rifle and was also popular in Colt Single Action Army revolvers. Modern loadings typically use 170-180 grain bullets, and while historically used for defense and hunting, it's now primarily seen in Cowboy Action Shooting.

Quick Summary

The .38-40 Winchester, introduced in 1874, is a medium-power cartridge famous in firearms like the Winchester Model 1873 and Colt Single Action Army. Modern versions use 170-180 grain bullets and are now popular for Cowboy Action Shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: .38-40 Winchester Hall of Fame
  2. 00:13Historical Context: The .38-40 Winchester
  3. 00:29Technical Specs: .38-40 Winchester Caliber & Power
  4. 00:50Firearm Compatibility: Rifles & Revolvers
  5. 01:04Modern Use: Cowboy Action Shooting

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the .38-40 Winchester cartridge?

The .38-40 Winchester, also known as .38-40 WCF, is a medium-power cartridge introduced in 1874. It was famously chambered in rifles like the Winchester Model 1873 and handguns like the Colt Single Action Army.

What are the key specifications of the .38-40 Winchester?

Introduced in 1874, it originally used 38 grains of powder and fired a bullet around .40 caliber. Modern loadings typically use 170-180 grain bullets and produce under 600 ft-lbs of energy.

What firearms were commonly chambered in .38-40 Winchester?

The .38-40 Winchester was a popular choice for lever-action rifles, most notably the Winchester Model 1873 and later the Model 1892. It was also frequently chambered in revolvers, especially the Colt Single Action Army.

How is the .38-40 Winchester used today?

While historically used for defense and hunting, the .38-40 Winchester cartridge is now primarily popular in the sport of Cowboy Action Shooting, where historical firearms are used in competition.

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