What is Hollow-point bullet?

A hollow-point bullet is a type of expanding bullet which expands on impact, causing a more lethal hit without penetrating further than necessary.

Hollow-point bullets are used for controlled penetration, where over-penetration could cause collateral damage. In target shooting, they are used for greater accuracy due to the larger meplat. They are more accurate and predictable compared to pointed bullets which, despite having a higher ballistic coefficient , are more sensitive to bullet harmonic characteristics and wind deflection.

Plastic-tipped bullets are a type of bullet meant to confer the aerodynamic advantage of the Spitzer bullet and the stopping power of hollow-point bullets.