Speer Gold Dot 40S&W 180gr Hollow Point Personal Protection Ammo

The Speer 23962GD Gold Dot Personal Protection ammunition delivers consistent expansion and penetration in 40 S&W chamberings. This 180-grain hollow point cartridge features Speer's proven Gold Dot bullet technology, engineered for reliable performance in defensive situations where stopping power matters most.

What Makes This Different

Gold Dot bullets utilize a proprietary electrochemical bonding process that permanently fuses the jacket to the lead core, preventing separation during expansion. Unlike standard jacketed hollow points that can fragment or fail to expand consistently, Gold Dot bullets maintain their weight and create uniform wound channels. This bonding technology has made Gold Dot ammunition the choice of law enforcement agencies nationwide for over two decades.

Key Features

• 180-grain bonded hollow point bullet with proven expansion characteristics
• Electrochemically bonded jacket prevents core separation
• Nickel-plated brass cases resist corrosion and ensure smooth feeding
• CCI primers provide consistent ignition in all weather conditions
• Optimized powder charge for reliable cycling in semi-automatic pistols
• 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case (200 total rounds)
• Meets FBI penetration standards for personal protection ammunition

This load generates approximately 1,000 feet per second muzzle velocity from a 4-inch barrel, delivering controlled expansion while maintaining sufficient penetration through barriers. The 180-grain weight provides excellent momentum transfer and reduced felt recoil compared to lighter, higher-velocity loads. Gold Dot ammunition functions reliably in compact and full-size 40 S&W pistols from major manufacturers including Glock, Smith & Wesson, and Sig Sauer.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: 40 Smith & Wesson
• Bullet Weight: 180 grains
• Bullet Type: Bonded Jacketed Hollow Point
• Muzzle Velocity: ~1,000 fps (4-inch barrel)
• Muzzle Energy: ~400 foot-pounds
• Case Material: Nickel-plated brass
• Primer: CCI non-corrosive
• Packaging: 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
• Manufacturer: Speer (Vista Outdoor)

Speer Gold Dot represents three decades of bullet engineering refinement, trusted by professionals who stake their lives on ammunition performance. This case quantity provides substantial savings over individual box purchases while ensuring consistent lot numbers for uniform ballistics.