What is the .38 Extra Long?

The .38 Extra Long is a factory rifle cartridge in the Ballard family, introduced in 1885, designed by Charles H. Ballard.

What bullet diameter does the .38 Extra Long use?

The .38 Extra Long uses a bullet diameter of 0.375 inches.

The .38 Extra Long has a Rimmed Straight case type.

The .38 Extra Long uses a Small rifle (.175") primer.

The Ballard family includes the .38 Extra Long and other related cartridges. Browse the full family on OpenCartridge.

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Ammo Ency. 6th Ed. p. 607

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