You Asked For It! 73gr Critical Defense 16 Inch Gel Test

This YouTube video features a clear ballistics gel test using Hornady Critical Defense 40gr ammunition in 5.7x28mm caliber, fired from a Palmetto State Armory Rock handgun. The video aims to showcase the performance and terminal ballistics of this specific ammunition and firearm combination. Several affiliate links are provided for various firearm-related retailers and products, including holsters, ammunition, targets, and apparel.

The .22 ARC caliber, optimized for the AR-15 platform, demonstrates impressive long-range effectiveness and terminal ballistics. Testing showed significant energy transfer against body armor and clean penetration through a cinder block. At 500 yards, it proved lethal, causing a massive exit wound and hydrostatic shock on an anatomical head target, validating its potential for varmint and coyote hunting.

Elliott Delp reviews the LaRue Tactical 15, a $2,000 match-grade AR-15, highlighting its exceptional accuracy and unique rail system. The rifle consistently produced sub-MOA groups with various Hornady loads, as verified by Ballistic-X software. Delp concludes it's a 'laser' suitable for precision shooting or hunting applications.

This video from Tactical Rifleman delves into Hornady's TAP Barrier ammunition, specifically addressing a viewer's question about the 5.56mm variant. The description highlights Hornady's reputation for producing high-quality ammunition, including their TAP line, and aims to provide insights for those interested in this particular round. The video also promotes various ways to support Tactical Rifleman, including Patreon, and directs viewers to affiliate links for tactical gear and other resources.

This review details the initial impressions and performance of the Sant Tan Tactical STT-15 rifle chambered in 6 ARC. The rifle features an 18-inch Proof Research barrel and a rifle-plus-one gas system. Initial accuracy testing with Hornady 108gr ELD Match ammunition yielded a 1 MOA 10-round group straight out of the box. The reviewer highlights the rifle's excellent trigger and plans further testing at distance.

This video provides an in-depth evaluation of a 20-inch chrome-lined LMG HBAR AR-15 barrel from Red Right Hand LLC, manufactured by Rosco Manufacturing. The reviewer inspects two barrels, one of which experienced a chrome failure. The inspection covers critical dimensions like weight, chamber size, headspace, and gas port. Borescope footage and crown evaluation are also included. The video then proceeds to a range test with extensive 30-shot group firing using various match and ball ammunition, including Hornady 73gr ELD Match, Federal Gold Medal 69gr Sierra MatchKing, Winchester M193, and Federal Gold Medal 77gr Sierra MatchKing. Despite documented chrome defects in both barrels, they performed reasonably well for their intended LMG application. The reviewer notes a pattern of chrome issues in recent chrome-lined barrels tested.

This video features a former Navy SEAL, Jeff Gonzales, providing expert feedback on a home defense AR-15 build. He critiques the rifle's accessories, particularly the sling, and emphasizes the importance of reliable optics and the benefits of a suppressor for indoor use. The discussion highlights practical considerations for effective home defense firearms.

The Beretta ARX-160, showcased at SHOT Show 2011, is a modular, piston-driven rifle featuring ambidextrous controls and tool-less disassembly. Its design emphasizes adaptability with multiple sling points, interchangeable magazine releases, and a quick-change barrel system. While currently limited to military/defense use, future law enforcement and civilian variants are planned.

Fostech unveiled a 20-round .50 BMG drum magazine for Barrett M107 and 82A1 rifles, constructed from billet machined aluminum. They also introduced the Fostech Rader, a lightweight .308 rifle featuring a proprietary magnesium aluminum alloy and ambidextrous controls. The drum mag is priced at $1599 with a Q3/Q4 availability, while the Rader rifle is expected around $3000 with a Q4 release.

Testing a Remington 158gr SJHP .357 Magnum load from a 16-inch Rossi M92 reveals impressive performance, achieving 1709.6 fps. The round exhibited significant fragmentation and penetration of 20.1 inches in ballistic gel, behaving more like a rifle cartridge due to its velocity. This challenges typical handgun round terminal ballistics expectations.