62 Grain .223 Ammo
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Hornady .223 Remington 62 Grain FMJ Black Ammo-20 Count
Brand:
Hornady
Bullet Type:
FMJ
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
62 grain
From:
$13.79
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21
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Winchester USA 223 62gr FMJ Ammunition 20rds - USA223R3
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
FULL METAL JACKET (FMJ)
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
62 grain
From:
$13.97
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Federal 223 62gr Fusion MSR Ammunition 20rds - F223MSR1
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Fusion Soft Point
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
62 grain
From:
$26.99
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Federal 223 62gr Fusion Ammuniton 20rds - F223FS1
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Fusion Soft Point
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$25.76
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DoubleTap Ammunition DT Tactical 62 gr Barnes TSX .223 Rem/5.56 Ammo, 20/box - 223R62X
Brand:
DoubleTap Ammunition
Bullet Type:
Barnes TSX Lead Free
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
62 grain
From:
$25.89
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American Eagle 223 62gr FMJ Ammunition 20rds - AE223N
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
FULL METAL JACKET BOAT TAIL (FMJBT)
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$11.49
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Winchester USA Ready .223 Remington 62 gr 20 Rounds Ammunition - RED223
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
OPEN TIP
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
62 grain
From:
$11.99
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Lehigh Defense Controlled Chaos Rifle Ammo 223 Rem 20-Rounds 62 Grain Controlled Chaos
Brand:
Lehigh Defense
Bullet Type:
Controlled Chaos
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
62 grain
From:
$36.27
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DoubleTap Defender 223 Remington 62gr JHP Rifle Ammo - 20 Rounds
Brand:
DoubleTap Ammunition
Bullet Type:
Jacketed Hollow Point
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
62 grain
From:
$24.99
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Norma Range & Training 223 Remington, 62gr, Full Metal Jacket, 20rd Box
Brand:
Norma
Bullet Type:
Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$12.49
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Speer 62 gr GDSP .223 Rem Ammo, 20/pack - 24461
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Soft Point
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Nickel Plated Brass
Grains:
62 grain
From:
$21.99
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AMMO INC IGNATURE .223 REM, 62gr, FMJ - 50 rounds
Brand:
Ammo Inc
Bullet Type:
SS109
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
50
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Gorilla Ammunition Lehigh Controlled Chaos Brass .223 Rem 62-Grain 20-Rounds SC
Brand:
Gorilla Ammunition
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
20
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Armscor .223 Rem. Rifle Ammo - 62 Grain Full Metal Jacket Philippines Mfg. Value Box 50448
Brand:
ArmsCor
Bullet Type:
FMJ
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
1200
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Armscor , Arms 50173 5.56mm*45 62 M855/ss109 *case* 1000rd
Brand:
Rock Island-Armscor
Bullet Type:
Full Metal Jacket
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
62 grain
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Ammo, Inc. .223 Remington 62 Grain Lehigh Controlled Chaos Centerfire Rifle Ammo, 20 Rounds, 223062CC-A500
Brand:
Ammo Inc
Bullet Type:
Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP)
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
62 grain
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Wolf WPA Military Classic, .223 Remington, FMJ, 62 Grain, 500 Rounds
Brand:
Wolf Ammunition
Bullet Type:
Full Metal Jacket
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
500
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Wolf Polyformance, Wolf 22362hp 223 Hp Bi 62 500
Brand:
Wolf Ammunition
Bullet Type:
Hollow Point
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
20
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Wolf Polyformance, Wolf 22362 223 Fmj Cp 62 500
Brand:
Wolf Ammunition
Bullet Type:
FULL METAL JACKET (FMJ)
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Grains:
62 GRAIN
Rounds:
20
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Wolf Mc22362sp Military Classic 223 Rem 62 GR Soft Point (Sp) 20 Bx/ 25 CS 500Rds
Brand:
Wolf Ammunition
Bullet Type:
Soft Point
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
500
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Wolf .223 Rem, 62gr, Full Metal Jacket, Steel Case, 20rd Box
Brand:
Wolf Ammunition
Bullet Type:
Full Metal Jacket
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
20
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TULAMMO Steel Cased 223 Rem. 62 Grain Hollow Point Ammo, 20 Round Box (TA223621)
Brand:
TulAmmo
Bullet Type:
Hollow Point
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
20
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TULAMMO Centerfire Rifle 223 Remington/5.56 NATO 62 Gr Hollow Point Ammo, 20 Rd Box (TA223624)
Brand:
TulAmmo
Bullet Type:
Hollow Point
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
20
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Barnaul Ammo Rifle Ammo, Barnaul 223rem-fmjbt62 223rem 62 Fmj 20/25
Brand:
BarnauL
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Steel
Grains:
62 grain
Rounds:
20
Marketplace Insights
★ 4.7/5
based on 44 customer reviews across 30 variants from 38 retailers
Excellent ammunition with outstanding accuracy and hunting performance, though occasional fulfillment and malfunction issues reported by small minority.
What customers like
Accuracy & Grouping68%
Very accurate, consistent, and reliable.
Hunting Effectiveness43%
My go to deer round. Never had a deer go more than 25yards after the shot.
Reliability & Performance32%
Never a miss fire or jam in my guns.
Price & Value25%
way under priced on this ammo
Quality & Consistency20%
Tight groups each and ever time.
Common concerns
Durability for Reloading5%
Doesn't seem durable for reloading.
Shipping & Fulfillment Issues5%
Cabelas only sent 2 of 15 boxes, though!
Ammunition Malfunctions5%
had 3 out of 4 go click.
Frequently Asked Questions
62 Grain .223 Ammo
What is better, 55 grain or 62 grain?
Neither is universally better. Lighter 55-grain rounds shoot faster with flatter trajectories, suiting varmint hunting and 1:12 twist barrels. Heavier 62-grain bullets penetrate better and stabilize in 1:7 or 1:8 twist barrels, favoring hunting and defensive use. Match your choice to your barrel's twist rate and intended use.
What grain bullet is best for 223?
Best grain depends on your barrel's twist rate and purpose. Lighter bullets (40-55gr) suit varmint hunting. Mid-weight 62gr rounds are standard for 5.56 NATO, used for general use, predator control, and personal defense. Heavier bullets (70-80gr) require a faster twist rate to stabilize properly for long-range target shooting.
Is 62 grain good?
62-grain is standard for 5.56 NATO, offering good penetration and stability in military-spec barrels. It works well for hunting, predator control, and self-defense. Lighter 55-grain rounds shoot faster with flatter trajectories. Match your choice to your barrel's twist rate.
What is the hardest hitting 223 ammo?
"Hardest hitting" depends on your goal. For hunting, Winchester Deer Season XP 64-grain and Barnes TSX deliver deep penetration. For varmints, lighter rounds like Winchester Varmint-X 40-grain hit faster. Heavier bullets penetrate more; lighter ones shoot flatter. Match grain weight to your barrel's twist rate and intended use.
How fast is a 62 grain 223 bullet?
A 62-grain .223 bullet typically travels 2,800 to 3,100 fps depending on barrel length and powder load. Factory loads in this weight remain supersonic well beyond 300 yards.
Do higher grain bullets drop faster?
Not automatically. Heavier bullets typically leave the barrel slower, causing more drop at intermediate ranges. However, they often have better ballistic coefficients, losing velocity more slowly and dropping less at longer distances. Lighter bullets fly faster with flatter trajectories at shorter ranges.
What grain 223 is best for 1 in 7 twist?
A 1:7 twist handles 62–80 grain bullets best. For target shooting, 77 grain is a popular choice. For general use, 62–69 grain works well. Lighter bullets like 55 grain will stabilize but may over-spin, potentially reducing accuracy.
What grain is best for self-defense rounds?
For 9mm, 124–147 grain hollow points are common choices. For .40 S&W, 165–180 grain works well. For .45 ACP, 230 grain is standard. Expert preferences vary: lighter, faster rounds aid hollow point expansion, while heavier rounds hit harder. Test several loads in your firearm for reliable feeding and accuracy.