Home Defense .223 On A Budget? Hornady Frontier 62gr BTHP Gel Test
This YouTube video tests the terminal ballistics of Hornady Frontier 62gr BTHP .223 Remington ammunition fired from a 10.5" AR-15. The test utilizes calibrated 10% ordnance gelatin to measure penetration, retained weight, and expansion. The video provides detailed metrics including penetration depth of 10.4 inches, retained weight of 21.9 grains, and expansion ranges from 0.362" to 0.501". Velocity data is also presented, showing an average of 2,596.20 fps with a standard deviation of 43.36 fps. The content aims to assess the budget-friendly performance of this specific ammunition for home defense applications.










