what is jhp ammo

Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) ammunition is a type of bullet designed to expand rapidly when hitting its target, which increases the effectiveness of the bullet and decreases the risk of hitting anything or anyone in the surrounding area. JHP bullets are designed with a lead core covered by a metal jacket, leaving the hollowed-out tip exposed. When a JHP bullet strikes its target, the hollow causes the bullet to deform, creating a larger wound channel than full metal jacket ammo. The jacket on a JHP provides a barrier that decreases the amount of lead that is left behind within the barrel of your gun, which means less lead powder coating the inside of the barrel. JHP rounds are versatile and can be used for hunting, long-range shooting, target practice, or defense. They are available in a variety of shapes and styles, and you can usually find pistol and rifle varieties. Some of the most popular calibers for the JHP cartridge are .38 Special, .45 ACP, and 9mm. JHP ammunition is very popular because it performs very well in most capacities where a hollow point is desired without the lead nose.