Pistol projectile · Speer · Gold Dot Personal Protection · .251
Speer .251 35gr Gold Dot Personal Protection 3985
.251 · 35 grain · Gold Dot Personal Protection
Estimates
Performance.
TheSpeer .251 35gr Gold Dot® Personal Protection 3985is a pistol projectile manufactured bySpeer. With a bullet diameter of 0.251 inches and weight of 35 grains, this projectile is designed for rifle applications.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Speer |
| Product Line | Gold Dot® Personal Protection |
| SKU | 3985 |
| Type | Pistol |
| Diameter | 0.251" |
| Weight | 35 grains |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | 0.091 |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G7) | N/A |
| Sectional Density | 0.079 |
Performance Estimates
Based on typical load data for .251:
| Metric | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Muzzle Velocity | ~1365 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | ~144.8 ft-lbs |
| Effective Range | ~500 yards |
Suitable Applications
This projectile is commonly used for: .
About the Ballistic Coefficient
The G1 ballistic coefficient of0.091indicates how well this projectile retains velocity in flight. A higher BC means better wind resistance and less drop at distance.
Sectional Density
With a sectional density of0.079, this projectile is suited for its intended application range.
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