The Speer Gold Dot Personal Protection 40 S&W delivers proven stopping power with its 165-grain jacketed hollow point design, engineered specifically for law enforcement and civilian defense applications. This premium defensive ammunition combines controlled expansion with deep penetration to neutralize threats effectively.
What Makes This Different
Speer's patented Uni-Cor process bonds the jacket to the lead core at the molecular level, preventing separation during expansion. Unlike standard hollow points that can clog with clothing fibers, the Gold Dot's cavity design maintains consistent expansion through heavy fabric barriers. The nickel-plated cases resist corrosion and provide smooth feeding in semi-automatic pistols.
Key Features
- 165-grain jacketed hollow point optimized for 40 S&W ballistics
- Uni-Cor bonded construction prevents jacket separation
- Nickel-plated brass cases for reliable extraction and corrosion resistance
- CCI primers ensure consistent ignition in all weather conditions
- Muzzle velocity of 1,150 fps with 485 ft-lbs of energy
- FBI protocol tested for barrier penetration performance
- 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case (200 total rounds)
This ammunition meets FBI ballistic standards for penetration depth of 12-18 inches in calibrated gelatin. The 165-grain bullet weight provides optimal balance between velocity and momentum for the 40 S&W cartridge. Law enforcement agencies nationwide have adopted Gold Dot ammunition for duty carry, demonstrating its reliability under stress. The controlled expansion design creates larger wound channels while retaining bullet weight for maximum energy transfer.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 40 Smith & Wesson
- Bullet Weight: 165 grains
- Bullet Type: Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP)
- Muzzle Velocity: 1,150 feet per second
- Muzzle Energy: 485 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 decades of ballistic research translated into reliable defensive performance. The consistent quality control and proven track record make this ammunition the professional choice for personal protection scenarios where failure is not an option.