Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
Remington Performance WheelGun 38 Special wadcutter ammo loads 148 grain lead wadcutter projectiles at 710 feet per second from a 4-inch test barrel, producing 166 foot-pounds of muzzle energy. This 38 Special wadcutter load is engineered for competitive shooting and extended range sessions in revolvers and lever-action rifles, cutting clean scoring rings in paper targets while maintaining low recoil impulse across 50-round strings. The flat-nosed wadcutter profile shears crisp holes through paper for unambiguous score calls in bullseye and slow-fire disciplines.
Load Profile
Remington loads this cartridge with Kleanbore primers — a non-corrosive, non-mercuric formulation that prevents barrel fouling and rust in older steel frames. Boxer-primed brass cases support reload cycles when range brass is policed and tumbled. The 148 grain wadcutter runs subsonic from most barrel lengths, reducing muzzle blast indoors and preserving hearing protection thresholds during multi-hour practice blocks.
Specs at a Glance
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 38 Special |
| Bullet weight | 148 Grains |
| Bullet type | Wadcutter |
| Muzzle velocity | 710 Feet Per Second |
| Muzzle energy | 166 Foot Pounds |
| Rounds/box | 50 Round |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Test barrel length | 4 Inches |
| Intended use | Range & Target |
| Manufacturer | Remington |
Lead-core projectiles require California Proposition 65 disclosure and compliance with range ventilation standards. Store in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and unauthorized users. Review our full inventory of 38 Special wadcutter ammo for comparable target loads and bulk pack options.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Treat every firearm as if loaded; keep muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times
- Verify compliance with all federal, state, and local ammunition purchase and possession laws before ordering
- This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm — use adequate ventilation and wash hands after handling
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