75gr Speer Gold Dot in 223 Remington

Published on December 30, 2018
Duration: 20:24

This video provides a detailed review and ballistic testing of the 75-grain Speer Gold Dot bullet in .223 Remington. The instructor, with extensive experience in reloading and ballistics, evaluates accuracy, velocity, and terminal performance through ballistic gel. The testing utilizes specific powders like Alliant Power Pro 2000-MR and Reloader 15, offering insights into their performance with this heavy bullet weight in the .223 caliber.

Quick Summary

The 75-grain Speer Gold Dot in .223 Remington offers impressive ballistic performance, achieving excellent expansion and nearly 100% weight retention in tests. Priced affordably at 19-20 cents per round, it's a cost-effective choice for hunting and self-defense. Tested with powders like Power Pro 2000-MR, it achieved velocities up to 2759 ft/s with good accuracy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: 75gr Speer Gold Dot in .223 Rem
  2. 00:04Bullet Design and Cost Analysis
  3. 01:14Rebated Boattail and Soft Point Design
  4. 01:26Speer Load Data: .223 vs 5.56 OAL
  5. 01:46Powder Selection: Power Pro 2000-MR
  6. 02:33Powder Selection: Alliant Reloader 15
  7. 02:52Brass and Primer Selection
  8. 03:21Bullet Seating and OAL Measurement
  9. 05:04Range Setup: 18" SPR Barrel, Suppressor, Chronograph
  10. 05:51Power Pro 2000-MR Testing: 25.9 Grains
  11. 07:00Power Pro 2000-MR Testing: 26.2 Grains
  12. 07:38Power Pro 2000-MR Testing: 26.5 Grains
  13. 08:16Power Pro 2000-MR Testing: 26.8 Grains
  14. 08:47Power Pro 2000-MR Testing: 27.1 Grains (Max Charge)
  15. 09:31Power Pro 2000-MR Performance Summary
  16. 09:58Reloader 15 Testing: 22.4 Grains
  17. 11:06Reloader 15 Testing: 22.7 Grains
  18. 11:52Reloader 15 Testing: 23.0 Grains
  19. 12:04Reloader 15 Testing: 23.3 Grains
  20. 12:22Reloader 15 Testing: 23.6 Grains (Max Charge)
  21. 12:58Ballistic Gel Setup and Testing
  22. 13:14Ballistic Gel Recovery and Initial Observations
  23. 14:11Ballistic Gel Results: Expansion and Weight Retention
  24. 14:46Comparison: 75gr vs 62gr Gold Dot Expansion
  25. 15:19Comparison: 6.5mm Gold Dot Expansion
  26. 15:54Weighing Recovered Bullets
  27. 16:44Fired Brass Inspection
  28. 17:00Accuracy Analysis: Power Pro 2000-MR
  29. 17:48Accuracy Analysis: Reloader 15
  30. 18:25Concerns about Reloader 15 Powder Age
  31. 18:53Future Testing and Bullet Potential
  32. 19:38Hunting Potential with 75gr Gold Dot
  33. 20:02Other .22 Caliber Gold Dot Offerings
  34. 20:20Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key performance characteristics of the 75-grain Speer Gold Dot in .223 Remington?

The 75-grain Speer Gold Dot in .223 Remington demonstrates excellent expansion and nearly 100% weight retention in ballistic gel tests. It's also noted for its affordability compared to other heavy expanding bullets, making it a strong contender for hunting and self-defense applications.

Which powders were tested with the 75-grain Speer Gold Dot in .223 Remington, and what were the results?

The video tested Alliant Power Pro 2000-MR and Alliant Reloader 15. Power Pro 2000-MR achieved higher velocities (up to 2759 ft/s) with decent accuracy (around 1.25 inches), while Reloader 15 produced lower velocities and less consistent accuracy, leading to questions about its performance.

What is the typical cost and availability of the 75-grain Speer Gold Dot .223 Remington ammunition?

The 75-grain Speer Gold Dot .223 Remington bullets are priced around 19-20 cents per round. This makes them a very cost-effective option for a heavy, expanding bullet, especially when compared to alternatives like the Swift Scirocco II, which can cost around 50 cents per round.

How does the 75-grain Speer Gold Dot perform in ballistic gel compared to other Gold Dot variants?

The 75-grain Gold Dots expanded aggressively, showing a distinct five-petal shape and retaining significant weight (5-15 grains lost). They expanded slightly more aggressively than the 62-grain version tested previously, indicating excellent terminal performance across different weights in the Gold Dot line.

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