.32 Winchester Ammo
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Winchester 32 Win. Special 170gr Power Point Ammunition, 20 Round Box - X32WS2
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Power Point
Caliber:
.32 WS
Grains:
170 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$23.99
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Frequently Asked Questions
.32 Winchester Ammo
Is .32 ammo still available?
Yes, .32 ammo is still available. Our marketplace tracks 2 variants across 12 retailers, both currently in stock. Median pricing is around $52 per box, ranging from $26–$91. Common loads include .32 ACP and .32 S&W Long, which are distinct cartridges from .32 Winchester. Brands include Buffalo Bore and Fiocchi.
Is the 32 Winchester Special good for deer?
Yes, the .32 Winchester Special is effective for deer. Thousands of Winchester and Marlin lever-action rifles in this caliber have taken whitetails reliably. The standard 170-grain factory load performs well at typical hunting distances, making it a capable cartridge for deer hunting.
Can you shoot a 30/30 in a 32 Winchester Special?
No. Although the .32 Winchester Special is essentially the .30-30 necked up to .32 caliber and the cases are closely related, the bore diameters differ. Shooters do commonly fire .30-30 rounds in .32 Special chambers to fireform brass, but the resulting loads will not perform as intended for either caliber.
What is the effective range of the 32 Winchester Special?
Effective range for the .32 Winchester Special runs to about 200 yards, though trajectory drop-off and energy loss become noticeable beyond that point. Most hunters use it within 100 yards on deer. Factory 170-grain loads perform well at typical hunting distances, making it best suited for shorter-range work.
How much does a .32 bullet cost?
.32 ACP and .32 S&W Long typically cost around 40–92 cents per round. Bulk FMJ loads sit toward the lower end, while name-brand rounds like Winchester reach the higher end. Specialty or defensive loads cost more. Major manufacturers include Winchester, Fiocchi, and Hornady.
Is 32 Winchester special the same as 32/20?
No, they're different cartridges. The .32-20 (also called .32 WCF) is a smaller, older round originally designed for revolvers and rifles. The .32 Winchester Special is larger, shares a parent case with the .30-30, and was made for lever-action rifles. They are not interchangeable.
What bullet for 32 Winchester Special?
For .32 Winchester Special, use 165-grain or 170-grain bullets. Hornady LEVERevolution FTX and Remington Core-Lokt are reliable factory options for deer hunting. If handloading, standard .321-inch diameter bullets work well. Avoid pointed spitzer bullets in tubular magazines due to recoil-ignition safety concerns.
What year was the 32 Winchester Special made?
The .32 Winchester Special cartridge was introduced in 1902, chambered in the Model 1894 lever-action rifle. It was designed as a deer hunting round but never matched the popularity of the .30-30 Winchester.