Pistol projectile · Speer · Gold Dot Short Barrel Personal Protection · .45 ACP
Speer .451 230gr Gold Dot Short Barrel Personal Protection 4482
.45 ACP · 230 grain · Gold Dot Short Barrel Personal Protection
Estimates
Performance.
TheSpeer .451 230gr Gold Dot® Short Barrel® Personal Protection 4482is a pistol projectile manufactured bySpeer. With a bullet diameter of 0.451 inches and weight of 230 grains, this projectile is designed for pistol applications.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Speer |
| Product Line | Gold Dot® Short Barrel® Personal Protection |
| SKU | 4482 |
| Type | Pistol |
| Diameter | 0.451" |
| Weight | 230 grains |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | 0.148 |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G7) | N/A |
| Sectional Density | 0.162 |
Performance Estimates
Based on typical load data for .45 ACP:
| Metric | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Muzzle Velocity | ~855 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | ~373.3 ft-lbs |
| Effective Range | ~50 yards |
Suitable Applications
This projectile is commonly used for: self-defense, target.
About the Ballistic Coefficient
The G1 ballistic coefficient of0.148indicates 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 of0.162, this projectile is suited for its intended application range.
Suitability
Suitable game.
Compatibility
Compatible cartridges.
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