Built on Speer’s Uni‑Cor® bonding process, this Gold Dot load fuses its jacket to the 180‑grain lead core one molecule at a time, eliminating separation and guaranteeing uniform petals—even after passing through common barriers. Flash‑suppressed powder, nickel‑plated brass, and sealed primers keep ignition consistent and extraction smooth in duty pistols and pistol‑caliber carbines. At a factory‑rated 1,025 fps, it produces 420 ft‑lbs of muzzle energy for deep, straight‑line penetration and fight‑stopping expansion.
 
Key Features
Bonded Gold Dot Hollow Point: jacket and core stay together for weight‑retaining, six‑petal expansion through barriers.
Nickel‑Plated Brass Case: slick feeding and corrosion resistance for everyday carry or harsh‑weather duty.
Flash‑Suppressed, Temperature‑Stable Propellant: reliable ignition that preserves night vision in low‑light engagements.
Sealed Primer & Case Mouth: moisture protection ensures dependable performance after prolonged carry.
 
Specifications
Model Number: 23962GD
Caliber: .40 S&W
Bullet Weight: 180 grains
Bullet Style: Gold Dot bonded jacketed hollow point
Muzzle Velocity: 1,025 fps (4″ test barrel)
Muzzle Energy: 420 ft‑lbs (approx.)
Case Type: Nickel‑plated brass, Boxer‑primed
Rounds per Box: 20
Intended Use: Duty carry, personal defense, defensive training
 
Competitors
Federal HST .40 S&W 180 gr JHP: Bonded‑core load tuned for FBI‑protocol penetration.
Winchester Ranger T .40 S&W 180 gr JHP: Reverse‑taper jacket for rapid upset and high weight retention.
Hornady Critical Duty .40 S&W 175 gr FlexLock: InterLock band and Flex Tip for barrier‑blind expansion.
 
Applications
Personal & Home Defense: barrier‑blind expansion and bonded integrity deliver decisive stops.
Law‑Enforcement Duty Carry: nickel cases and sealed primers ensure reliability under rigorous conditions.
Defensive Training: full‑power recoil and matched point of impact mirror carry ammo for effective practice.
 
Speer Gold Dot ammunition arms defenders with proven bonded‑core technology, flash‑suppressed consistency, and corrosion‑resistant components—confidence trusted by professionals worldwide.
 
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