Speer Gold Dot .45 ACP 230 gr JHP – Industry-leading bonded hollow point.
The Speer Gold Dot .45 ACP 230 gr JHP is a legendary self-defense round trusted by civilians, law enforcement, and military personnel worldwide. Engineered with Speer’s exclusive Uni-Cor® bonding technology, the lead core is bonded to the jacket, ensuring maximum weight retention and controlled expansion. This process prevents jacket separation, resulting in consistent terminal performance in both soft tissue and barriers like clothing, glass, or drywall.
Speer Gold Dot ammo is FBI-tested and approved, offering superior stopping power and reliability. The bullet’s precision design ensures consistent performance in the most demanding conditions. Each round features a nickel-plated brass casing for corrosion resistance and smooth cycling, making it ideal for duty carry, self-defense, and home protection.
Key Features:
- Caliber: .45 ACP – Industry-standard for self-defense and duty use.
- Bullet Weight: 230 gr – Heavyweight projectile for maximum stopping power.
- Bullet Type: Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) – Designed for rapid expansion and maximum energy transfer.
- Bonding Technology: Uni-Cor® Bonded Core – Prevents jacket-core separation for deep, consistent penetration.
- Casing Material: Nickel-Plated Brass – Corrosion-resistant and ensures smooth feeding.
- Primer Type: Non-Corrosive Boxer Primer – Reliable ignition and long shelf life.
- Barrier Penetration: Maintains expansion and weight retention through heavy clothing, glass, and drywall.
- Usage: Concealed Carry, Duty Use, Self-Defense, Home Defense.
Specifications:
| Caliber | .45 ACP |
|---|---|
| Bullet Weight | 230 gr |
| Bullet Type | Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 890 fps (approximate) |
| Muzzle Energy | 404 ft-lbs (approximate) |
| Casing Material | Nickel-Plated Brass – Corrosion-resistant |
| Primer Type | Non-Corrosive Boxer Primer |
| Box Count | 20-round or 50-round boxes |
| Usage | Self-Defense, Duty Carry, Home Defense |
Benefits of Speer Gold Dot .45 ACP 230 gr JHP
- Controlled Expansion: The hollow point design delivers large, uniform expansion for maximum energy transfer.
- Weight Retention: Bonded core technology ensures the bullet stays intact, even after passing through barriers.
- Barrier Blind Performance: Consistent penetration through heavy clothing, auto glass, and other barriers.
- Smooth Feeding: Nickel-plated brass prevents corrosion and ensures smooth chambering and ejection.
- Reliable Ignition: Non-corrosive Boxer primers offer consistent performance, even after long-term storage.
- Law Enforcement-Grade: Used by police, military, and armed security for its proven, real-world performance.
Best Uses:
- Self-Defense: The high weight retention and controlled expansion make it a top choice for concealed carry.
- Duty Use: Widely adopted by law enforcement for reliable, life-saving performance.
- Home Defense: Barrier-blind capabilities ensure it maintains expansion even after penetrating clothing, glass, or drywall.
Why Choose Speer Gold Dot .45 ACP 230 gr JHP?
The Speer Gold Dot .45 ACP 230 gr JHP is one of the most trusted self-defense rounds in the world. Thanks to Speer’s patented Uni-Cor® bonding process, this round retains its structural integrity through multiple barriers, offering consistent expansion and penetration. It meets FBI protocol standards for terminal ballistics, ensuring peace of mind in any self-defense scenario.
Whether you’re a concealed carry permit holder, law enforcement officer, or home defender, the Speer Gold Dot .45 ACP 230 gr JHP provides the reliability and performance you need when it matters most. Order now to experience proven protection and unwavering confidence in every shot!
