S&B 9x19 SP

Sellier & Bellot 9×19 SP is a cartridge with an 8-gram or 124-grain soft point bullet. The Soft Point construction combines a precisely formed CuZn10 jacket with a lead core, and according to the manufacturer, is designed for controlled expansion and good bullet mass retention. From a 150 mm test barrel, the cartridge achieves a muzzle velocity of 355 m/s and muzzle energy of 504 J.

Suitable for use with

• Pistols chambered for 9×19 mm caliber

• Firearms in 9 mm Luger caliber

• Firearms in 9 mm Para or 9 mm Parabellum caliber

• Target shooting

• Checking firearm reliability

• Testing the function of a specific SP load

• Use at shooting ranges where SP bullets are allowed by range rules

• Shooters who want a soft point bullet designed for controlled expansion

• Owners with a valid firearm permit

Why choose the S&B 9×19 SP cartridge?

• 8.0 g or 124 gr Soft Point bullet

• Soft point bullet construction

• Lead core and CuZn10 jacket

• Bullet designed for controlled expansion

• Manufacturer-stated good mass retention

• Muzzle velocity 355 m/s

• Muzzle energy 504 J

• Factory-made brass case

• Standard pressure load – not +P

• Manufacturer-stated accuracy and reliable operation

• 50 cartridges per box

Technical data

• Caliber: 9×19 mm

• Alternative designations: 9 mm Luger, 9 mm Para, and 9 mm Parabellum

• Bullet type: SP or Soft Point

• Bullet construction: soft point

• Bullet core: lead

• Bullet jacket material: CuZn10

• Bullet weight: 8.0 g / 124 gr

• Cartridge weight: approximately 12.7 g

• Overall cartridge length: 28.40 mm

• Case material: brass

• Ballistic coefficient: G1 0.196

• Sectional density: 0.141 lb/in²

• Estimated power factor: 144.5 kgr·fps

• +P ammunition: no

• Test barrel length: 150 mm

• Manufacturer recommended use: shooting range and competition shooting

• Manufacturer-stated features: reliable operation, accuracy, and controlled expansion

• In the package: 50 cartridges

Ballistic data

• At muzzle: 355 m/s and 504 J

• At 25 m: 340 m/s and 461 J

• At 50 m: 327 m/s and 427 J

• At 100 m: 306 m/s and 374 J

Trajectory comparison data

Manufacturer published point of impact change relative to the 25-meter reference point:

• 12.5 m: –0.1 cm

• 25 m: 0 cm

• 50 m: –3.8 cm

• 100 m: –29.1 cm

Actual velocity, energy, expansion, and point of impact depend on barrel length, firearm condition, ammunition lot, temperature, and target material.

In the package

• 50 × S&B 9×19 SP 8.0 g cartridges

• Factory box

Frequently Asked Questions

What does SP mean?

SP or Soft Point refers to a bullet where the tip of the lead core is not fully covered by the jacket. This construction allows the bullet to expand in a controlled manner under suitable conditions, while the jacket helps retain the bullet’s integrity and mass.

How does an SP bullet differ from an FMJ bullet?

An FMJ bullet’s lead core is mostly covered by a metal jacket and the bullet is typically non-expanding. An SP bullet has a soft lead tip designed to expand upon impact. For high-volume training, FMJ is often more practical, while SP is suitable for checking the function and point of impact of a specific soft point load.

Do SP and JHP mean the same bullet?

No. An SP bullet has a soft or jacket-exposed lead tip. A JHP bullet has a hollow cavity at the tip to facilitate expansion. Both can be expanding bullets, but their constructions are different.

Do 9×19, 9 mm Luger, and 9 mm Para mean the same caliber?

Yes. For this product, 9×19 mm, 9 mm Luger, 9 mm Para, and 9 mm Parabellum all refer to the same caliber. However, always check the exact caliber marking on your firearm or its documentation before use.

Is this cartridge suitable for 9 mm Makarov or .380 Auto firearms?

No. 9×18 mm Makarov and 9×17 mm Browning Short or .380 Auto are different cartridges from the 9×19 mm Luger. They must not be used in each other's firearms.

Is this a +P cartridge?

No. According to the manufacturer, V310592 is not +P ammunition. The cartridge should only be used in technically sound firearms chambered for 9×19 mm.

Does the SP bullet always expand the same way?

No. Actual bullet expansion depends on impact velocity, barrel length, target material, and other conditions. The manufacturer describes the bullet as designed for controlled expansion, but identical results cannot be expected in all situations.

Can this ammunition be used at every shooting range?

Not necessarily. Some shooting ranges may have specific restrictions on bullet type, lead content, or expanding ammunition. Always check the particular range’s rules before shooting.

When is S&B 9×19 SP the right choice?

This cartridge is a good choice if you use a 9×19 mm pistol and want a 124-grain soft point bullet designed by the manufacturer for controlled expansion and mass retention. It also allows you to check how a specific SP load feeds, functions, and impacts in your firearm.

For high-volume training, regular FMJ may be a more practical choice. For indoor range requirements, Nontox ammunition may be more suitable. When choosing bullet type, always consider the intended use, range rules, and applicable regulations.

Expert recommendation

The shape of a soft point bullet differs from a standard round nose FMJ, so it’s worth trying a box in your specific firearm before buying in bulk. Check for smooth feeding, full slide closure, and point of impact. If you encounter a malfunction, stop shooting and follow safe unloading procedures.

Always check your firearm’s exact caliber marking and the general condition of the cartridges. Do not use damaged, heavily deformed, or corroded ammunition. Use cartridges only in technically sound firearms and in appropriate shooting ranges, and always wear hearing and eye protection.

9×19 soft point bullet designed for controlled expansion

S&B 9×19 SP 8.0 g combines a 124-grain Soft Point bullet, brass case, and manufacturer-controlled ballistics. This is a practical choice for shooters who want a soft point load in 9×19 mm caliber and wish to check its function and point of impact in their specific firearm.