You Asked For It! 73gr Critical Defense 16 Inch Gel Test
This video presents a gel test of Hornady 73-grain Critical Defense ammunition fired from a 16-inch barrel. The test uses 10% calibrated organic gelatin to measure penetration, retained weight, and expansion. The data collected includes penetration depth of 11.9 inches, a retained weight of 37.5 grains, and expansion ranging from 0.394 to 0.553 inches. Velocities were recorded, averaging 2,562 fps with a standard deviation of 23.33 fps. The video also provides a link to a previous 10.5" test and credits Aimed Research for the high-speed camera. It emphasizes its educational purpose regarding ammunition performance.










