Product Description Speer Gold Dot is the No. 1 choice for law enforcement, and now that same trusted performance is available for personal protection. The Gold Dot Personal Protection Short Barrel ammunition in 40 S&W with a 180-grain Gold Dot Hollow Point bullet is engineered specifically for compact and subcompact handguns, delivering maximum effectiveness in barrels as short as 1.9 inches. Each round is built using Speer&';s exclusive Uni-Cor bonding method, which fuses the jacket to the lead core one molecule at a time from the very start of the bullet construction process. This virtually eliminates core-jacket separation, ensuring the bullet retains its weight, expands consistently, and penetrates reliably across a wide range of velocities and distances. With a muzzle velocity of 950 fps and muzzle energy of 361 ft. lbs., this load delivers dependable stopping power while maintaining manageable recoil. The nickel-plated brass casing enhances feeding and extraction reliability, and the Boxer primer ensures consistent ignition shot after shot. Made in the USA and trusted by professionals, Gold Dot Short Barrel is the definitive choice for those who carry compact firearms for self-defense. Product Highlights Optimized for Short Barrels: Engineered to perform reliably in barrels as short as 1.9 inches, making it ideal for subcompact and compact carry handguns. Uni-Cor Bonding Technology: Speer&';s exclusive process bonds the jacket to the core molecule by molecule, virtually eliminating separation and ensuring consistent expansion and deep penetration. Proven Law Enforcement Performance: Gold Dot is the No. 1 load trusted by law enforcement agencies, now available for civilian personal protection use. Nickel-Plated Brass Casing: Enhances feeding, extraction, and corrosion resistance for dependable function in any defensive situation. Consistent Terminal Performance: Delivers reliable expansion and penetration across a variety of velocities, barriers, and distances for dependable stopping power. Specs Brand: Speer Ammo MPN: 23974GD UPC: 604544647303 Caliber: 40 S&W Grain Weight: 180 gr Bullet Style: Gold Dot Hollow Point Short Barrel Muzzle Velocity: 950 fps Muzzle Energy: 361 ft. lbs. Test Barrel Length: 3.5 inches Case Type: Nickel-Plated Brass Primer Type: Boxer Corrosive: No Reloadable: Yes Lead Free: No Usage: Self-Defense / Personal Protection Package Quantity: 20 rounds per box / 10 boxes per case (200 rounds) Country of Origin: USA Disclaimer: We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date product descriptions, specifications, and images; however, errors or omissions may occasionally occur. We are not responsible for any inaccuracies or discrepancies in the content provided. If you notice anything incorrect or unclear, please contact us so we can correct it. When in doubt, we recommend verifying details directly with the product&';s manufacturer. ]]>