Speer Gold Dot 22WMR 40gr HP Short Barrel Ammunition 50rd Box

The Speer 954 Gold Dot Short Barrel 22WMR delivers consistent expansion and penetration specifically engineered for firearms with barrels under 4 inches. This specialized hollow point ammunition addresses the velocity challenges that standard 22 Winchester Magnum rounds face in compact firearms. Gold Dot technology ensures reliable terminal performance even at reduced velocities typical of short-barreled revolvers and pistols.

What Makes This Different

Unlike standard 22WMR ammunition that requires longer barrels to achieve optimal expansion, this Gold Dot Short Barrel load utilizes a modified hollow point cavity and jacket thickness calibrated for lower impact velocities. The 40-grain projectile maintains structural integrity while expanding reliably at velocities as low as 900 fps. Standard 22WMR hollow points often fail to expand from short barrels, delivering ice-pick wounds rather than effective terminal performance.

Key Features

• Uni-Cor bonded core construction prevents jacket separation
• Modified hollow point cavity optimized for 2-4 inch barrel lengths
• 40-grain bullet weight provides optimal velocity retention
• Nickel-plated brass cases resist corrosion and aid extraction
• Low-flash propellant reduces muzzle signature
• Consistent lot-to-lot velocity within 25 fps standard deviation
• Compatible with all 22 Winchester Magnum firearms

Field testing demonstrates reliable expansion to 1.5x original diameter from barrels as short as 2 inches. The bonded construction maintains 95% weight retention while creating wound channels 40% larger than non-expanding bullets. This ammunition proves effective for small game hunting, pest control, and personal protection scenarios where compact 22WMR firearms are preferred. Temperature stability remains consistent from -20°F to 140°F without significant velocity variations.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: 22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire (22WMR)
• Bullet weight: 40 grains
• Bullet type: Bonded hollow point
• Muzzle velocity: 1,050 fps (2-inch barrel)
• Muzzle energy: 98 ft-lbs
• Case material: Nickel-plated brass
• Primer: Non-corrosive rimfire
• Quantity: 50 rounds per box
• Manufactured: United States

Speer's decades of law enforcement ammunition development translate directly to this specialized rimfire load. The Gold Dot Short Barrel 22WMR fills a specific performance gap that standard ammunition cannot address, making it the logical choice for anyone serious about maximizing their compact 22 Magnum's effectiveness.