The CCI Blazer Brass .380 ACP 95-grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Reloadable Brass 50-round box is a high-quality centerfire handgun cartridge engineered specifically for high-volume range training, concealed carry practice, and tactical drills in .380 Auto platforms. A primary operational challenge when running budget training ammunition through micro-compact concealed carry pistols is erratic slide velocity and failure-to-feed stoppages caused by variable powder charges or non-standard case dimensions. CCI resolves these cycling limitations through strict internal ballistic controls, SAAMI-compliant pressure regulation, and precision-drawn virgin brass casings, delivering smooth feed ramp transition, consistent ejection, and reliable slide lockback.
The primary technical advantage centers on its 95-grain full metal jacket round nose projectile design. Featuring a smooth, uniform ogive profile, the bullet glides up steep feed ramps without hanging up or shaving metal, ensuring snag-free feeding across direct blowback and short-recoil subcompact handguns. The full copper jacket completely encases the lead core to eliminate bore leading and minimize airborne lead particles during high-repetition indoor shooting drills. Assembled with clean-burning propellants and non-corrosive CCI Boxer primers, the round ensures hot, dependable ignition and minimal receiver residue buildup.
Propelling its 95-grain FMJ projectile at a factory-rated 945 FPS muzzle velocity (generating 188 ft-lbs of muzzle energy), this Blazer Brass load delivers the ideal recoil impulse and slide energy required to reliably cycle modern subcompact and micro-frame .380 ACP handguns. Assembled in reloadable virgin brass cases rather than aluminum, the cartridge provides tight chamber sealing, positive extraction, and excellent casing durability for handloaders. It serves as an accessible, dependable training option for shooters looking to mirror the point of impact of standard defensive carry loads.
Key Benefits
- Optimized Subcompact Cycling: Generates reliable slide velocity for direct blowback and short-recoil micro-handguns.
- Full Copper Jacket Round Nose: Eliminates lead barrel fouling and ensures smooth, snag-free feed ramp travel.
- Reloadable Virgin Brass: Precision-drawn brass cases ensure uniform headspacing, tight chamber sealing, and reloader reuse.
- Clean-Burning Propellant: Formulated to reduce receiver residue and maintain consistent velocity during long-range sessions.
Technical Specification
- Caliber: .380 ACP (.380 Auto / 9mm Short)
- Ballistics: 945 FPS Muzzle Velocity | 188 Ft-Lbs Muzzle Energy
- Projectile: 95 Grain | Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) | Round Nose (RN) | Copper Jacket | Lead Core
- Case/Primer: Precision-Drawn Virgin Reloadable Brass Case | Clean-Burning Powder | Non-Corrosive CCI Boxer Primed
- Logistics: 50 Rounds Per Box | CCI Blazer Brass Ammunition Series
- Dimensions: Standard .380 Auto Geometry | SKU: 5202
- Application: Range Training, Target Practice, Concealed Carry Drills, and Plinking
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | CCI Quality Control Benchmarks
If you're running a .380 ACP platform and need consistent cycling for training without introducing variables from inconsistent loads, this cartridge provides repeatable performance across high round counts. Get dependable range ammunition backed by controlled manufacturing standards—available now from SMKW, a trusted source for proven firearm support products.
