62 Grain .223 Ammo

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Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

FMJ

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

62 grain

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

FULL METAL JACKET (FMJ)

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

62 grain

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Brand:

Federal

Bullet Type:

Fusion Soft Point

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

62 grain

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Brand:

Federal

Bullet Type:

Fusion Soft Point

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

20

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Brand:

DoubleTap Ammunition

Bullet Type:

Barnes TSX Lead Free

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

62 grain

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Brand:

Federal

Bullet Type:

FULL METAL JACKET BOAT TAIL (FMJBT)

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

20

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

OPEN TIP

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

62 grain

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Brand:

Lehigh Defense

Bullet Type:

Controlled Chaos

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

62 grain

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Brand:

DoubleTap Ammunition

Bullet Type:

Jacketed Hollow Point

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

62 grain

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Brand:

Norma

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

20

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Brand:

Federal

Bullet Type:

Soft Point

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Nickel Plated Brass

Grains:

62 grain

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Brand:

Ammo Inc

Bullet Type:

SS109

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

50

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Brand:

Gorilla Ammunition

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

20

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Brand:

ArmsCor

Bullet Type:

FMJ

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

1200

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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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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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Brand:

Wolf Ammunition

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

500

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Brand:

Wolf Ammunition

Bullet Type:

Hollow Point

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

20

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Brand:

Wolf Ammunition

Bullet Type:

FULL METAL JACKET (FMJ)

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

62 GRAIN

Rounds:

20

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Brand:

Wolf Ammunition

Bullet Type:

Soft Point

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

500

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Brand:

Wolf Ammunition

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

20

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Brand:

TulAmmo

Bullet Type:

Hollow Point

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

20

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Brand:

TulAmmo

Bullet Type:

Hollow Point

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

20

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Brand:

BarnauL

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Steel

Grains:

62 grain

Rounds:

20

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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.