AR-15 Critical Defense vs Gold Dot!...223 Ammo Ballistic Gel Test!

Checking out some Speer Gold Dot and Hornady Critical Defense in .223. Great self-defense or hunting options? Heavy Clothing ballistic gel test using a Palmetto State Armory Angry Joe "AR-14."
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[@RL-RL]

A tale of two very different results. For me, I like the way the Gold Dot ending up in the gel. Great test, and that Doppler is really paying off in real world testing.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@timrobinson6573]

Great test as usual. Your testing protocol is really coming together well.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Gotta keep it up to snuff so y'all don't fire me!😎👊

[@B_R_]

Hard hitting stuff. The jelly is good to see bullet performance, but that slowmo impact tells a bigger story. There's no doubt that either of those would successfully defend your family. Great test man.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Agreed. I really need to upgrade my jelly camera so I can have a smoother slo-mo.

[@petemidwest1071]

Proof that handguns of all calibers are designed just to bide you time to get you to your rifle! Thanks for the hard work brother!👍🏼

[@ToolsandTargets]

That's a fact! Every time I test rifles, it reminds me just how relatively "weak" all of the handgun stuff is.😎👊

[@BlueberryStinkFinger62]

​@ToolsandTargets well I'll tell you what I carry two 9mms with Buffalo bore 147gr +p hard cast and seismic 185gr Rounds if you're hit by either round it's going to be a lot worse than just buying you're time..

[@ToolsandTargets]

@@BlueberryStinkFinger62 And they're still incredibly weak compared to a rifle round. It's not even a "conversation" worth having.

[@rob6850]

@@ToolsandTargets well said

[@ChristianConstitutionalist3192]

A 9mm May Kill Someone, But A .223 Will Rip Their Soul Out.

[@raybo34]

I would go with the Gold Dot because it held together and expanded nice. A half inch projectile dumping all that energy. Liking that angry joe tool. Appreciate these AR tests.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@noahmercy-mann4323]

Excellent test! I've been loading the 62 grain Gold Dot in .223 for deer and pronghorn. They're GREAT on fleshy targets, performing out of proportion to the cartridge, and I wouldn't hesitate to use it for personal defense. They also have the advantage of stabilizing in slower twist rate barrels (many bolt actions have 1:12), which that 73 grain may not.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Funny you mention 1:12 twist. I picked up something pretty cool I had on order today in 1:12.

[@noahmercy-mann4323]

@@ToolsandTargets Kewl! I picked up my wife's birthday present today...it's a 1:16 😆

[@travishernandez3947]

@@ToolsandTargetswhat barrel length you using ar

[@travishernandez3947]

Btw you think the Hornady ftx good self defense?? Out a 10.5 ar

[@abengelbrecht]

Great test! The Gold Dot apparently was designed to run in shorter barrels as well and still perform great. From this test the Gold Dot seems to be the winner overall, but both will get the job done.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Definitely some good stuff.

[@workout1520]

My more economical Go-To for my AR15 is the 5.56 Frontier 55GR Hollow Point Match bullets. I'd love to see you test the Frontier against the Gold Dot and Critical Defense.

[@ToolsandTargets]

I know I have some Frontier rounds of some kind. I'll see what I can come up with.😎👍

[@Lucas12v]

I shoot the Frontier 5.56 75 grain hpbt's. Hornady T2 projectiles to be exact. Don't know how they'll do in gel but their very accurate in my 1/8 twist gun.

[@LKaramazov]

Yes, ifrom my 1/8 .223 wylde, the frontiers are extremely accurate with 75 and 68 grain.

[@misterfister7262]

Same.. I believe my HD ammo is 62gr frontier match

[@LKaramazov]

Yes to see how the cheaper rounds do against the high end stuff would be great. Like some versus some heavier BTHP or some v max.

[@randy206]

Most .223 boxed ammo is tested from a longer barrel like 20-24". Ammo marketed as 5.56 is usually tested out of a 16-18 in barrel. So while 223 ammo usually has a higher print d velocity than a similar load in 5.56, the 5.56 often has a higher actual muzzle velocity.

[@VonTube]

It's important to note that barrel length is crucial in determining velocity & muzzle energy. You can always check the websites for test barrel length that's used on each cartridge. That's important to mention in your videos. Some companies use 16 inch barrels on ammo, but most use either 24 or 20 inch test barrels. It just depends on the type of ammo and it's purpose. Hornady Critical Defense 223 ammo uses a 24 inch test barrel and so does the Gold Dot, in order to get the posted velocities on the box. Hornady makes so many different types and weights in 223 & 5.56, which all react differently in gel. They have American Gunner, Frontier, Critical Defense, Custom, Dangerous Game, Black, Leverevolution, Match, Superformance Match, Interlock Bonded, Copper International and Varmint ammo. They also carry 35, 53, 55, 62, 73 and 75 grain ammo, so it would be interesting to compare similar cartridges. The Gold Dot contained a lighter 62 grain bonded bullet and the Critical Defense was a heavier 73 grain non bonded bullet designed to expand & fragment in a self defense situation, so this wasn't really a true comparison because it wasn't designed to stay together. For a more accurate and fair comparison, you can try Hornady's Interlock Bonded 75 grain 5.56 ammo against Speer Gold Dot 75 grain 223 bonded Personal Protection ammo. But either way all of your videos are still informative.

[@TerminalM193]

Speer makes the BEST defensive use bullet in 223 / 556. Absolutely LOVE their 62&75g factory loaded cartridges. Loved the bullet design so much that I bought 100 bullets in each weight and loaded them to higher 5.56 pressures. With factory loads I can get 1.5moa out of my LWRCI 16.1" but when loaded with once fired lake city brass I'm able to get significantly more velocity while keeping accuracy right at 1-1.25moa. The extra velocity expands up to 25% more when taking on large feral hogs & coyotes and almost always drops them right in their tracks. Took my first white tail this season with the 75g. After getting hit the deer jumped almost 8' up in the air, ran maybe 25 yards and dropped dead.

[@rangetime6779]

Speers bonded bullet really performed well. The Lab Radar is a great addition. I rewatch some of your older videos for test results and I have to say that your quality of videos has gotten really good. Your one of the best testers on You Tube! Thanks for your content.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Really appreciate that. I hate that the quality of my early videos was so bad, but I really didn't wanna buy a bunch of recording gadgets until I knew if this would actually amount to anything. I feel like sometimes people watch an old one and assume they're still like that without watching a new one.😆

[@tadmoto]

I appreciate the time and effort you take making ballistics tests on so many different and brands types of ammo, sure does make it easier to make a choice of the best ammo available.

[@Mrgunsngear]

Thanks

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@alquinn3562]

Been a fan of Speer gold dot for a while now. Taking the wife out deer hunting this year. She’s a great shot, but a bit recoil shy I’m anticipating. So seeing the 223 GD do what it did tells me that this will be what she will be shooting this year. Thank You sir.

[@cryswimmer]

Thanks for the great information and an excellent comparison.

[@marzcapone9939]

Right on! I have the 75 gr Gold Dot in .223. I get no flash from the shorter barrels, and less noise.

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊 Nice

[@sylviacandler5541]

Your testing just keeps getting better an better

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate that.😎👊

[@Biggestmac27]

Found your channel a month ago and you have hands down the best tests on KZbin 💪

[@rico300zx]

Thanks for this video I just picked up a PSA PA-15 16"NITRIDE M4 CARBINE 5.56 NATO MOE AR-15 RIFLE, OD GREEN from Palmetto state armory. Now I have to start watching your 5.56 vids!!!

[@bobg.8954]

Really good test, I'm digging that new Chrono more and more! Great video

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. It really takes a lot of stress out of rifle testing.😎👊

[@ledsled01]

Nice test! I'm amazed at how you can make the bullets travel so level in the Jelly way down range.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thanks! I am too sometimes.😆

[@ronaldbarnes8302]

Couple awesome rounds, really like the Critical Defense with the secondary wound channels. Haven’t tried either, but in our patrol rifles the GD is used. Another sweet test Tools!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@timothyulrich395]

Thanks!

[@josephpacchetti5997]

Impressive, I'm assuming the gold dots are bonded like the pistol cartridges, either works, but I'm leaning toward the GDs for staying together, thanks go out to Steelpunisher for the generous donation, It sounds like you're feeling better👍 Thanks Brian, I enjoyed it, and have a safe weekend, c-ya soon. 👊🇺🇸

[@ToolsandTargets]

This was one I had filmed before I caught this mess.😆 Still stopped up but I'm headin out tomorrow to do some more stuff.😎👊

[@josephpacchetti5997]

@@ToolsandTargets Sounds good my friend, I'll be there with you! 🇺🇸

[@bobwilson758]

It is very evident that you put a lot of effort , work , & money into making your videos for us . Just wanted to thank you for going for it in your professional way ! Good stuff … see ya ! Bob in Florida - yeah , it’s hot as , well , normal for July !

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Really appreciate that!😎👊

[@milehighgimpster]

Another great test! Thanks for the video

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@bobwhite4671]

First AR14 test ever, thanx brother!

[@ToolsandTargets]

💥😎👊💥

[@waynefelton6413]

Thanks AGAIN Tools for a great video. Appreciate ALL your efforts and presentations.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate that!😎👊

[@trusttheprocess7200]

It's hard to say what type of performance on Hornady and most other brands but the Hornady performed better than I thought it would. I never have any doubts with HSTs, Gold Dots, or V-Crowns, but it's always nice to see their performance. Another great test! Appreciate it!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@dennispiert5742]

So true… years ago Hornady got me on their packaging/marketing… their almost like a round in between a HP and a FMJ. We should nickname them “the dice”

[@everett123hawj2]

Gold Dots for me for my toys!

[@timsmith5837]

Thank you

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@jjacks8203]

Great testing protocol. You do a great job.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@bisleyblackhawk1288]

I bought 100 rounds 5.56 Gold dot ammo from PSA back in the day and I still keep them in magazines for SHTF (hopefully it NEVER happens)…your “jelly time” video reinforces my point that I made a good purchase 👍👍👍…thank you Tools!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice. It's loaded in my main grab AR.😎👊

[@materferguson]

Some of the best ballistic testing I've seen, I believe given the choice I go with the Gold Dot. Thanks for the great video.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@jcnikoley]

For most .223 Rem, the velocities listed from the maker are from a 24” test barrel. 5.56 is often from a 20”.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Sounds about right.😎👍

[@sloanmagnum5009]

Exactly. This is why I don't understand why some people are surprised by the slower velocity from a 16-inch barrel.

[@GunsmithSid]

And the AR likely has a larger volume chamber with more freebore. No surprise here.

[@RepublicofTX]

Also, people don’t realize when you’re making homemade fried potatoes that you should soak peeled, washed, and cut fries in cold water overnight to remove excess potato starch. Which prevents fries from sticking together and helps achieve maximum crispness.

[@ToolsandTargets]

@@RepublicofTX Mmmmmm, french fried taters.

[@robertseafield5810]

Great video. Great performance.

[@anthonyguidas2012]

Both rounds preformed very well, but for my money the Gold Dot really impressed me 👍 another great video.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Agreed. Thank you sir.😎👊

[@billlewis8884]

Im glad I caught the video....I ran into you at the gun shop right after you did this testing and you were showing those 2 bullets....I was really impressed with the Gold Dot performance, but I gotta say, that wound channel from the Crit Defense is absolutely nasty....great vids, I'll look forward to seeing more....

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Good meeting ya!

[@stevesmith756]

Love your videos. Very informative. Our department uses the gold dots. Nobody has ever walked away from one of those 😮

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. I have no doubt.😎👊

[@nigeltheoutlaw]

WOW that Speer .223 was textbook perfect performance. I've never seen a .223 soft point stay together like that before after hitting something. But any .223 is going to ruin your day, no doubt about it. Thanks for the test.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Yessir. Great stuff.😎👊

[@steelpunisher6944]

Nice! Fantastic performance from both of those. This was the perfect head to head test! I like the CD but I will be ordering some of those Gold dot when I’m done writing this. Lol. They were just about perfect in my book. Thanks for testing these. Awesome work as always my friend 👍🇺🇸

[@josephpacchetti5997]

👍

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Appreciate you sending them!😎👊

[@steelpunisher6944]

@@ToolsandTargets ….. absolutely my pleasure. Thank you for doing all you do for us to learn and enjoy. You are very appreciated good sir 👍🇺🇸

[@semichiganandy2127]

Thanks for the test, as usual it' was informative and enjoyable. I'd pick either for self-defense. They're both very effective, so good enough is good enough.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Appreciate ya!😎👊

[@DanielADickey]

Thanks for the great content! Your videos are very informative and helpful.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate that.😎👊

[@tthams73]

The velocity’s posted on the box are typically based on a 24” barrel. A 16” or 18” barrel is going to reduce the muzzle velocity by right about 200+ FPS. Basic ballistics.

[@thomasjefferson4662]

223 velocitys on boxes are from 24 inch barrels and 556 unless marked is usually from a 20 inch.

[@timshelley8635]

Nice! I favor the gold dot too

[@raleighthomas3079]

Great video! Either will work for defense but the Gold Dots staying together are better for hunting, in my opinion. Love your real side by side tests for actual info on performance. And yes a rifle is a real fighting tool, as well as a shotgun.

[@caleb6988]

Brother tools you are definitely a first class freedom seed tester on KZbin. Another excellent video brother.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Appreciate that!😎👊

[@buzsalmon]

Beautiful Tools!

[@Lexicologist1971]

I have the 55 grain Critical Defense. Paul Harrel came up with some very good results with it. If I lived by myself, I'd choose the Gold Dots. For multiple occupancy homes, I'm going with the shallower wound of the fragmenting round.

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@tristanpedersen9056]

Likely a 20"+ test barrel, the box posted velocity chart should say in the fine print.

[@guardianminifarm8005]

Excellent results and excellent choice with both for self defense. But Gold Dot for hunting. Thank you.

[@choppermike3329]

Thanks for another informative test. Looks like you had another great day. Appreciate it Sir.😎👍🏻👊🏻

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Gonna try to head out tomorrow for another batch.😎👊

[@garrettschienschang4399]

I remember you doing this same test in 308 a while back. Can’t wait to see the results. Will watch after birthday dinner with the family

[@ToolsandTargets]

Happy Birthday!🎈🎉🎂🎉🎈

[@garrettschienschang4399]

@@ToolsandTargets thanks

[@doytesame4518]

Was going to ask you to do this exact test. Thanks

[@ToolsandTargets]

Great stuff.😎👊

[@l.a.3887]

Excellent video another great job thanks

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@dougiefresh3767]

Blacksburg, Virginia here! I knew there was a reason I loved your channel. Keep up the great content.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice. Appreciate ya, brother.😎👊

[@dougiefresh3767]

@@ToolsandTargets Virginia's for gun lovers. 😆

[@ToolsandTargets]

@@dougiefresh3767 😂😂😂

[@trustnot9]

Great test, and both performed very good.. Thanks my friend.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Have a great weekend!😎👊

[@trustnot9]

@@ToolsandTargets your welcome, you also. 👍👍👍

[@Adam-nv9zo]

Nice results from both. If i had to choose, it would be the Speer for me. Great stuff. 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@c48l2000]

Outstanding video!

[@stephensmith1519]

Love the channel and info bro. Keep doing these defensive rounds for 223/5.56. Great info

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate that. I have a big ol pile still to work on.😎👊

[@survivedsavedjohn1468]

Thanks🎯👍

[@kimness7796]

Nice test!!! Both look good for AR pistols too. 10.5" bbl.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Got a 10.5" test tomorrow with those Hornady Black SBR rounds.😎👍

[@Dwayne7834]

Good test as always Tools. Both will definitely put a hurting on someone. Thanks for sharing the video.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@randlerichardson5826]

They both done great now great job Tools GOD BLESS

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@Ripskiis]

I like the hornady for if i had to use it in a house or soemthing. Pretty ideal in my opinion.

[@garrettschienschang4399]

Great video. Both did well. I would prefer the critical duty for two leg defense. Even if it’s slower it got decent penetration and I like a bit of fragmentation with rifle rounds. For hunting anything bigger than a coyote I would probably go with the gold dot for the better penetration that you get with that bonded round.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@DRay-or4tc]

I’ve used the old 64 gr G. D. On big Ks Whitetail with good effect. My current SD .223/5.56 loads are the 75 gr G. D. and IMI 77 gr OTM. I like the 75 gr G. D. as a “barrier blind” load, the 77 gr Sierra OTM is a proven performer in the mk 262 load. A bonus is both loads shoot within an inch+ of POI at 100 yds, so they’re effectively interchangeable with no sight/scope fine tuning. You have a really slick set up, particularly with the Lab Radar. Great Vid.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. I have a couple 77 grain loads from PSA I have on the test list.😎👍

[@tufelhunden5795]

Glad to see the gold dot does so well. It’s what’s sitting in my Tavor for home defense. I feel better as I wasn’t too sure if it was worth the squeeze when I bought them. I know it was not. 👊🏻

[@scarifrougeone7225]

It is Rock the Block gelly time. Love the .223 / 5.56 testing. Really appreciate you testing all the variety ammo types of the .223. Love them messes in the Gel. I know it is hard to clean but I’m sure you have a good system down for all that. Lol😂. It also gives me a great idea for what defense ammo to buy and if it it worth it. Gold Dot great choice. Be safe. ⭐️⭐️⭐️😎😎

[@peady64]

Great testing, and good ole Southern Hospitality. It don't get no better than that.

[@jaredevildog6343]

Fantastic video !

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate that!😎👊

[@montywomack9535]

Definitely like the gold dot I like to keep weight retention if possible also use it in my 9mm.

[@Nick-sx6jm]

I firmly believe that the gold dot line is best overall bullet in .224 diameter. I handload and just picked up a few hundred for 0.20 a piece which is an amazing deal considering you get the best defense/hunting bullet in .224 for about 0.40 loaded. On top of everything they are insanely accurate. I instantly started getting .5moa groups or better with my 16in gun. Also helps that I push them at 3050fps.

[@jedironin380]

Very well done testing, thanks for all the effort. "Fragspansion" I'm keeping that one! 😁

[@SneezyRatSpat]

Good stuff!

[@newmeaning482]

I keep the Critical defense stocked up for my 11.5 HD gun and the speer in my "recce" gun. Cool to see both at the same time.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Sounds like you've got the bases covered.😎👊

[@randlerichardson5826]

Great energy dump on both of them Tools great test now

[@ToolsandTargets]

Yessir

[@billyj.williams2341]

That 62gr Gold Dot is a great performer..... Have loaded some myself over max charge of TAC as my poor man MK318 SOST clone. Great test. Thx.

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@riflemaster1]

Like the .223 have a Henry Long Ranger in .223 1-9 twist love it that ammo would work great in it right now I have Hornady Zombie max in it

[@jeffroberts760]

My home defense AR is loaded with 73gr CD - I have hardly even shot any (I know, I know, I should run a mag or two) but my AR has never malfunctioned, and I’ve mostly shot steel case out of it. Thanks for the effort brother

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@Bob-lq9ys]

Great test, I really enjoy shooting my .223/5.56

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Such a versatile round.

[@TommyboyGTP]

Gold Dot without hesitation! I've seen prior tests of these and they impressed me so much i bought an entire case of them before prices and availability went crazy. This is my buy once cry once round in this caliber for expanding ammo.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Don't blame you. I bought a good stack of em myself.😎👊

[@MeMadeIt]

Agree - both performed well as do most 223 SP. But the Gold Dot 55gr/62gr/75gr is the standard all others are judged by. And that is why I have a small stockpile of Gold Dot 62gr and a smaller 'backup' stockpile of Federal Fusion MSR 62gr for home defense. 👍😁 And yes, when hunting for meat, a fragmenting round is definitely not desirable. 😵‍💫

[@ToolsandTargets]

Ther some great stuff.😎👊

[@1erinjames]

Nice AR Tools!! Always great shooting from you! I don’t know much about 223/556 loads. Thanx for the helpful info :)

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you ma'am. They definitely hit with authority.😎👍

[@southerntriplej8061]

The Gold dot is my favorite bullet in my 6.5 Grendel's. its a awesome hunting round it really does a great job on hogs.

[@ToolsandTargets]

💥🐗💥

[@beretta92x93]

.223 remington is tested from a 24 inch to 26 inch barrel per saami specs. 5.56 is tested from a 20 inch barrel. Great video and great channel.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@chrislang5659]

Nice! I've got one box of Gold Dot duty ammo that I've been saving for a while!

[@tedcollins4684]

Jelly time! I picked up a like new Astra .32acp for my range.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice.😎👊

[@tysonc6422]

Great video! Would be interesting to see the same two projectiles pss through a 1/4 inch board first. Might be wrong but I understand that the tip on the hornady bullets is supposed to help with barriers.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@chretired]

Very interesting results Tools. Either of these rounds would do the job, that's for sure. I'm torn by which one I prefer, I'm leaning towards the Gold Dot. My biggest gripe, as usual, is the listed speed. They test in optimal conditions and usually with a maximum barrel length. Hell they usually use just a barrel and receiver in a fixed rest. Like cigarettes, they should be required to post a discloser statement on the box. "WARNING, don't expect to see these results." Be vigilant and always be safe my friend.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Yeah, it aint like it's a surprise, but they really should test something labeled as "defensive" rounds out of the most common barrel length in use for that purpose. I'm willing to bet that would be a 16".

[@freshfowler1398]

Love the new testing setup!!! Federal fusion msr is my serious use round and does just like the gold dot as far as expansion! 👍💯🙏

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate that. I need to track some of those down.😎👊

[@brianrakes1359]

I would test them for accuracy and then make up my mind. Both are good.

[@drivestrength5394]

awesome-sauce - I'll take either one! Great video brotha!

[@andrewgarrison3485]

I love to see these rifle test.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Another one tomorrow.😎👊

[@jedediahsibley3355]

Gold dot for me, but both good preforming! Really like the extra info with the chrono. Awesome content brother!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Appreciate that!😎👊

[@nelsonr1467]

These gold dots are my home defence load in my AR15.

[@joeyphillips1181]

The 55 grain speer gold dots are my go to defensive rounds in 223/556

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@YellowHammer26]

👍👍Great test tools. For hunting I definitely don’t want a fragmenting round but would be fine for self defense which both these rounds would be great for.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@Biomass1]

I use the 73 Hornadys and the 75 Gold dots. Both are awesome rounds.