The Speer Gold Dot Carry Gun 40 S&W 165gr delivers proven stopping power engineered specifically for concealed carry applications. This premium defensive ammunition features Speer's bonded-core technology that prevents jacket separation during expansion, ensuring consistent terminal performance when it matters most.
What Makes This Different
Unlike standard hollow points that can fail to expand or over-penetrate, Gold Dot ammunition uses a proprietary electrochemical bonding process that fuses the jacket to the lead core. This bonded construction maintains bullet integrity through heavy clothing and intermediate barriers while achieving optimal expansion diameter. The 165-grain bullet weight provides an ideal balance of velocity and energy transfer in the 40 S&W platform.
Key Features
- Bonded-core hollow point construction prevents jacket separation
- 165-grain bullet weight optimized for 40 S&W ballistics
- Nickel-plated brass cases resist corrosion and aid extraction
- Flash-suppressed powder reduces muzzle flash in low light
- Consistent 1050 fps muzzle velocity from 4-inch barrel
- 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case (200 total rounds)
- Compatible with all 40 S&W chambered firearms
Law enforcement agencies have relied on Gold Dot technology for over two decades due to its consistent expansion and penetration characteristics. The 165-grain loading penetrates 12-15 inches in ballistic gelatin while expanding to approximately 1.5 times original diameter. This ammunition functions reliably in compact carry pistols and full-size duty weapons, maintaining accuracy standards of 2.5 inches at 25 yards from quality firearms.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 40 Smith & Wesson
- Bullet Weight: 165 grains
- Bullet Type: Bonded hollow point
- Muzzle Velocity: 1050 fps (4-inch barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: 404 ft-lbs
- Case Material: Nickel-plated brass
- Primer: CCI non-corrosive
- Quantity: 20 rounds per box, 200 rounds per case
- Manufacturer: Speer (Vista Outdoor)
Gold Dot Carry Gun represents decades of ballistic engineering focused on defensive applications. The consistent quality control and proven terminal performance make this ammunition a reliable choice for personal protection scenarios where failure is not an option.