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Hornady Frontier 55 gr Full Metal Jacket .223 Rem Ammo, 20/box - FR100

Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

FMJ

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

From: $10.68

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Federal Premium Power-Shok .223 Remington 55 Grain Jacketed Soft-Point Centerfire Rifle Ammo

Brand:

Federal

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

55 grain

Rounds:

20

From: $7.99

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Winchester Ammo Usa, Win W223k 223 55 FMJ 20 RD

Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

From: $11.00

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Hornady 223 55gr V-MAX Varmint Express Ammunition 20rds - 8327

Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

V-MAX

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

From: $19.99

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PMC X-Tac Match 223 77gr OTM Ammunition 20rds - 223XM

Brand:

PMC

Bullet Type:

Open Tip Match

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

77 grain

From: $16.50

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PMC Bronze 223 Remington 55gr SP Ammunition 20rds - 223SP

Brand:

PMC

Bullet Type:

Soft Point

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

From: $12.49

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Hornady 223 75gr BTHP Match Ammunition 20rds - 8026

Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

BTHP

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

75 grain

Rounds:

20

From: $21.99

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Hornady .223 Rem 55gr FMJ 50 Rounds Ammunition - 80275

Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

FMJ

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

50

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

From: $25.69

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American Eagle 223 Remington 50gr JHP "Varmint/Predator" Ammunition 50rds - AE22350VP

Brand:

Federal

Bullet Type:

Jacketed Hollow Point

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

50

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

50 grain

From: $34.99

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Winchester Ammunition Varmint-X 40 gr Rapid Expansion .223 Rem Ammo, 20/box - X223P1

Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Polymer Tip Rapid Expansion

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Grains:

40 grain

Rounds:

20

From: $18.49

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Win Ammo Super-x .223 Rem. - 55gr. Jsp 20-pack

Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

POINTED SOFT POINT (PSP)

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

From: $18.88

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Hornady 223 Rem 75gr BTHP Superformance Match Ammunition 20rds- - -80264

Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

BTHP

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

75 grain

Rounds:

20

From: $21.99

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Federal .223 Remington 73gr Berger BT Target 20 Rounds Ammunition - GM223BH73

Brand:

Federal

Bullet Type:

Berger Boat-Tail Hollow Point

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

73 grain

From: $22.50

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Sig Sauer Elite Hunting 223 Remington 60gr JHP Rifle Ammo - 20 Rounds

Brand:

Sig Sauer

Bullet Type:

JACKETED HOLLOW POINT (JHP)

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

60 grain

From: $13.20

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Sig Sauer 223 Remington 77gr Elite Match Grade OTM Ammunition, 20 Round Box u2012 E223M1-20

Brand:

Sig Sauer Ammunition

Bullet Type:

OPEN TIP MATCH (OTM)

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

77 grain

From: $19.19

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Hornady Superformance .223 Rem 50gr Ammunition w/CX Bullets (20/Box) 83292

Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

CX

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

50 grain

From: $25.29

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Hornady 223 35gr NTX Superformance Ammunition 20rds - 83266

Brand:

Hornady

Barrel Length:

24"

Bullet Type:

NTX

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

From: $22.50

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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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Federal Premium Power-Shok .223 Remington 64 Grain Jacketed Soft-Point Centerfire Rifle Ammo

Brand:

Federal

Bullet Type:

Jacketed Soft Point

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Grains:

64 grain

Rounds:

20

From: $19.86

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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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Winchester 223 Remington 55gr Varmint X Polymer Tip Ammunition 20rds - X223P

Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Polymer Tip Rapid Expansion

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

From: $14.99

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Winchester 223 69gr Match HPBT Ammunition 20rds - S223M2

Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

SIERRA MATCHKING BOAT TAIL HOLLOW POINT (BTHP)

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

69 grain

From: $24.99

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Sig Sauer Elite Performance 223 Remington 40gr Ballistic Tip Varmint Rifle Ammo - 20 Rounds

Brand:

Sig Sauer

Bullet Type:

FULL METAL JACKET (FMJ)

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

40 grain

From: $20.00

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Hornady Critical Defense 223 Rem 73gr FTX 20rds Ammunition - 80260

Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

FTX

Caliber:

.223 Rem

Grains:

73 grain

Rounds:

20

From: $23.22

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Marketplace Insights ★ 4.6/5 based on 389 customer reviews across 221 variants from 50 retailers

Highly accurate, reliable factory ammunition at good value, though some batches suffer from packaging issues and occasional primer/cycling problems.

What customers like

Excellent accuracy48%

Shoots sub 1/2 moa on my criterion 16" barreled ar.

Reliable, no failures32%

cycled 1000+ rounds of this at the range and never had an issue

Great value/price28%

Great ammo at a great price.

Consistent performance18%

Supresses very well in addition to being consistent.

Effective for hunting16%

use them on coyotes and bobcats Hammers them without destroying the fur

Common concerns

Poor packaging/shipping8%

all my ammunition was broke out of their boxes and scattered

Tarnished/corroded brass6%

Brass is heavily corroded. Looks to be very old ammo.

Failure to fire/extract6%

2 out of the first three rounds failed to fire

Ammo cycling issues5%

My new PSA AR-15 does not like these bullets, it will not cycle them

Higher fouling/dirtier4%

Somewhat dirtier ammo when firing than others.

The most popular type of 5.56 Army ammunition is considered to be the 223 Rem caliber, specifically designed for hunting purposes. This caliber is rightly considered universal, as it is perfectly suitable for hunting purposes for roe deer, small furry animals and even ducks. Nevertheless, this type of ammunition has, of course, some peculiarities.

Technical characteristics

Before you know who to hunt with 223 Rem caliber ammunition, you need to know the technical characteristics of this caliber. This information usually enables you to draw the right conclusions on the information, after which you only have to try your conclusions on the action. Consequently, the properties of the 223 Rem caliber are considered as follows:

type - expansive impact ammunition with a lead core;
the method of assembling the cartridge case with the bullet is by circular compression;
ammunition length - 55.8 mm;
firing type - centerfire;
cartridge case shape - bottle-shaped;
ammunition weight - 11.8 gr;
charge weight - 1.66 g.

Civilian modification of this type of cartridge is intended only for hunting purposes, but if necessary it can be used for combat.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a 223 Rem for?

The .223 Remington is used for varmint and predator hunting, target shooting, and personal defense. Its low recoil aids accuracy. It's the civilian version of the 5.56 NATO cartridge adopted by militaries worldwide, and it's one of the most widely available and affordable rifle cartridges in the United States.

Can I shoot 223 Rem through my AR-15?

Yes. If your AR-15 is chambered in 5.56 NATO, you can safely shoot .223 Remington. If chambered in .223 Remington, do not shoot 5.56 NATO—it runs at higher pressure and can be dangerous. Check your barrel's markings to confirm your chamber.

How far will a 223 accurately shoot?

Most .223 rifles shoot accurately to 300 yards reliably. For most practical work, 200 yards and under is ideal, as wind drift prevents sub-MOA performance at longer ranges. With quality ammunition and a precision rifle, 500+ yards is achievable. Extreme shots to a mile or beyond have been attempted with high BC bullets.

What is the shelf life of 223 ammo?

Properly stored .223 ammo remains functional for decades. Manufacturers typically recommend use within ten years, though this is conservative. Storage conditions matter most—moisture, temperature swings, and chemical exposure degrade rounds faster. Well-kept ammunition can last far longer than ten years; poor storage may cause problems in just a few years.

What grain 223 is best?

For most AR-15s with a 1:9 twist, 55-grain works well. A 1:8 twist handles 62-grain reliably. For hunting or longer range, 69-77 grain bullets perform better in faster 1:7 twists. Match grain weight to your barrel's twist rate and intended use for best results.

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