The Speer Gold Dot G2 .45 ACP +P 230gr HP (Speer part no. 24256) pairs a 230-grain hollow point with .45 ACP +P chambering for shooters who want personal defense and everyday carry. Speer loads it to feed reliably from a carry gun and do real work on the other end. Gold Dot G2 replaces the standard hollow point cavity with a proprietary internal mechanism engineered to eliminate petal loss entirely, so the bullet drives deeper and more consistently than a conventional jacketed hollow point. For handgun ammunition, this is a carry-and-forget load for the nightstand, the holster, or the range bag.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .45 ACP +P, a common carry-gun chambering, so practice ammo and holsters are easy to find.
• The bullet weighs 230 grains, a weight tuned for reliable expansion and controllable recoil in a carry gun.
• The bullet design is HP (hollow point), a bullet construction designed to expand reliably and stop the threat.
• The case material is Brass, reloadable and corrosion-resistant for long-term storage.
• This is a +P-rated load, so confirm the firearm is rated for +P pressure before shooting it.
• The bullet is Speer’s Gold Dot G2, engineered to eliminate the petal loss that limits penetration on some standard hollow points.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, enough for a solid range session without constantly reordering.
• At about $1.78 per round in this box quantity, it is straightforward to budget for a training day or hunting season.
• The box ships at roughly 1 lb, a manageable box weight for shipping in bulk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Speer Gold Dot G2 .45 ACP +P 230gr HP best suited for? With .45 ACP +P chambering and a 230-grain hollow point, it is built for personal defense and everyday carry.

How is Gold Dot G2 different from standard Gold Dot? G2 replaces the open hollow point cavity with an internal engineered mechanism that eliminates petal loss, giving more consistent penetration through both bare gel and heavy clothing.

Is this +P ammunition safe in any .45 ACP handgun? Only in firearms rated by their manufacturer for +P pressure. Check the barrel or owner’s manual before shooting +P loads.

Buy the Speer Gold Dot G2 .45 ACP +P 230gr HP

A defensive round only matters on the day it is needed, so it pays to run a box through your carry gun now rather than find out later. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.