Description
Speer Gold Dot Short Barrel .40 S&W 180-grain Jacketed Hollow Point (GDHP) ammunition is designed for compact and short-barrel handguns. Purpose-built for reliable expansion from barrels as short as 1.9 inches, this load uses Speer’s bonded Uni-Cor construction to reduce the chance of core-jacket separation. Ideal for shooters looking for dependable self-defense ammunition and consistent performance during controlled range practice.
Key Specifications
- The .40 S&W caliber provides a balance of controllable recoil and terminal performance suitable for many defensive handguns.
- The 180-grain bullet weight helps deliver consistent point of impact and manageable recoil in compact pistols.
- The Jacketed Hollow Point (GDHP) bullet type is engineered for controlled expansion and reliable terminal performance for defensive use.
- The 950 fps muzzle velocity is specified for these short-barrel loads to optimize performance from compact barrels.
- The 20 rounds per box packaging is convenient for carry reloads, training, and ammunition management.
- The Nickel-Plated Brass case material offers smooth feeding and corrosion resistance for reliable function and storage.
- The Short Barrel design (functional in barrels as short as 1.9 inches) ensures consistent expansion and reduced felt recoil in subcompact handguns.
- The Uni-Cor bonded construction bonds jacket to core to minimize core-jacket separation and support consistent terminal performance.
When you need dependable, purpose-built ammunition for compact carry or home defense, Speer Gold Dot Short Barrel .40 S&W 180-grain GDHP offers proven bonded construction and short-barrel optimization. These rounds are also suitable for controlled range practice when you want to evaluate carry performance in the platform you use most.
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