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Description

**2 box minimum for free shipping. Can be any combination of calibers and/or HST/Gold Dot with free shipping in title**

When lives are on the line, law enforcement agencies across the globe trust one name above all others: Speer Gold Dot. The .45 ACP 230 Grain Jacketed Hollow Point (53966) is engineered to provide the ultimate in self-defense performance, combining heavy-hitting caliber weight with industry-leading terminal ballistics.

Whether you are carrying for personal protection or outfitting a duty belt, this ammunition offers the consistency and barrier-blind performance required for high-stakes environments.

The Gold Dot Advantage: Uni-Cor® Technology

Unlike traditional hollow points where the jacket and core are separate pieces, Gold Dot ammunition features a Uni-Cor® bonded core. The jacket is electrochemically bonded to the lead core one atom at a time.

Why this matters for you:

Zero Core-Jacket Separation: The projectile stays intact even when passing through tough urban barriers.
Controlled Expansion: The notched nose is specifically tuned to the .45 ACP's velocity to ensure it opens reliably every time.
Match-Grade Accuracy: The bonding process creates a highly concentric bullet for superior flight stability.

FBI Protocol Terminal Performance

Speer Gold Dot is designed to meet and exceed the rigorous FBI Ammunition Testing Protocol. This ensures the round performs consistently after passing through common obstacles like heavy clothing, plywood, and automotive glass.

Barrier Type	Penetration Depth	Retained Weight	Diameter
Heavy Clothing	13.5"	99%	.72"
Plywood	12.0"	98%	.68"
Auto Glass	11.5"	92%	.61"

Key Features:

Nickel-Plated Cases: The silver-colored nickel plating isn't just for looks—it provides increased "slickness" for reliable feeding in 1911s and polymer pistols, while also resisting corrosion during long-term carry.
Low-Flash Propellants: Engineered to preserve your night vision in low-light defensive encounters.
Proven Track Record: As the #1 choice for law enforcement, this round has more "street-proven" data than almost any other hollow point on the market.

Secure your peace of mind. Load your defensive firearm with the Speer Gold Dot .45 ACP 230gr GDHP.

Specs

caliber

45 ACP

bullet type

Gold Dot HP

bullet weight

230gr

muzzle velocity

890

application

Self Defense