The Speer 308150GDB Gold Dot delivers consistent terminal performance for hunters and precision shooters demanding reliable expansion in .30 caliber applications. These 150-grain soft point bullets feature Speer's proven Gold Dot technology, engineered for controlled expansion and deep penetration across medium to large game.
What Makes This Different
Speer's Gold Dot construction bonds the jacket to the lead core through an electrochemical process, preventing jacket separation that plagues conventional soft point designs. This bonding process creates uniform expansion while maintaining 95% weight retention, significantly outperforming standard cup-and-core bullets. The result is predictable terminal ballistics whether impacting at high velocity close range or moderate velocity at extended distances.
Key Features
- Electrochemically bonded jacket prevents core separation for maximum weight retention
- 150-grain weight optimized for .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, and similar cartridges
- Soft point design initiates controlled expansion on impact
- Consistent diameter and weight tolerances for precision accuracy
- 50-bullet count provides adequate supply for load development and hunting seasons
- Compatible with standard reloading dies and powder charges
- Proven performance across temperature ranges from -40°F to 140°F
Field testing demonstrates reliable expansion from 1,800 to 2,800 fps impact velocities, making these bullets suitable for everything from lever-action hunting loads to high-velocity bolt-action applications. The bonded construction maintains structural integrity through heavy bone contact while delivering consistent wound channels. Law enforcement agencies have documented the Gold Dot's reliability in duty ammunition for over two decades.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: .308 inch (30 caliber)
- Weight: 150 grains
- Bullet Type: Soft Point
- Construction: Bonded jacket and core
- Quantity: 50 bullets per box
- Diameter: 0.308 inches
- Recommended twist rate: 1:10 or faster
- Manufacturer: Speer (Vista Outdoor)
- Country of Origin: United States
Reloaders seeking dependable terminal performance will find the Gold Dot 150-grain an excellent choice for medium game hunting and precision applications. The consistent quality control and proven bonded construction eliminate the guesswork in bullet selection, delivering the reliability serious shooters demand.