Speer Gold Dot Personal Protection ammunition in .40 S&W is designed for reliable self-defense. This 165 grain hollow point load features Speer's renowned Gold Dot technology, which bonds the jacket to the core at the molecular level for controlled expansion and weight retention. The nickel-plated brass cases ensure smooth feeding and ejection. With a muzzle velocity of 1150 fps and muzzle energy of 484 ft-lbs, this ammunition delivers effective stopping power for personal protection scenarios.
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Speer |
| Caliber | .40 S&W |
| Bullet Weight | 165 grains |
| Bullet Type | Gold Dot Hollow Point |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1150 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 484 ft-lbs |
| Casing Material | Nickel-Plated Brass |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Boxes Per Case | 10 |
| Application | Personal Protection |
| UPC | 604544647297 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 23970GD |
Key Features:
The Speer .40 S&W Gold Dot Personal Protection 165gr HP Ammo offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for self-defense and hunting applications. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
| Caliber | .40 S&W Popular self-defense and law enforcement cartridge |
| Bullet Weight | 165 grains Optimal weight for balance of penetration and expansion |
| Bullet Type | Gold Dot Hollow Point Designed for controlled expansion and weight retention |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1150 fps High velocity for effective terminal performance |
| Casing | Nickel-plated brass Corrosion resistant and smooth feeding |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Self-Defense: Engineered for personal protection in civilian and law enforcement scenarios
- Law Enforcement Duty Ammunition: Trusted by police agencies worldwide for its consistent performance
- Home Defense: Reliable stopping power for home protection situations
- Concealed Carry: Effective round for personal defense in concealed carry firearms
- Training: Can be used for practice to maintain proficiency with duty or carry ammunition
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ Reliable Expansion: Gold Dot hollow point design ensures consistent expansion through various barriers.
- ✔ Excellent Weight Retention: Pressure-formed lead core bonded to the jacket prevents separation on impact.
- ✔ Trusted by Law Enforcement: Widely used and respected by police agencies worldwide for its performance.
- ✔ Nickel-Plated Brass: Enhances corrosion resistance and ensures smooth feeding and extraction.
- ✔ Sealed Primers: Provides protection against moisture for improved reliability in adverse conditions.
Cons
- ✘ Recoil: The .40 S&W caliber can produce significant recoil, especially in compact handguns.
- ✘ Cost: Premium self-defense ammunition is typically more expensive than standard target loads.
- ✘ Overpenetration Risk: In some situations, the 165gr bullet may penetrate more than lighter loads, requiring careful shot placement.
- ✘ Limited Training Use: Due to cost and performance characteristics, it\'s not ideal for high-volume practice shooting.
About Speer:
Speer, founded in 1943 by Vernon Speer, has been a leading manufacturer of ammunition and reloading components for over 75 years. Headquartered in Lewiston, Idaho, Speer has built a reputation for producing high-quality, innovative ammunition for law enforcement, military, and civilian markets. The company is particularly renowned for its Gold Dot line of personal defense ammunition, which has become a standard for many law enforcement agencies across the United States. Speer's commitment to quality is evident in their state-of-the-art manufacturing processes, which include proprietary bonding technology that ensures consistent performance in critical situations.
