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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:
$12.46
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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:
$9.62
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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:
$24.99
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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:
$9.35
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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:
$23.50
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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:
$18.39
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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:
$25.95
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Berger Bullets Target Brass .223 Rem 73-Grain 20-Rounds BT
Brand:
Berger
Bullet Type:
Boat-Tail (BT)
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
73 grain
From:
$34.66
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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:
$33.95
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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:
$9.99
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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:
$17.55
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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:
$21.38
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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:
$22.68
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Federal Premium 55 gr Trophy Copper .223 Rem Ammo, 20/box - P223TC1
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Trophy Copper
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
55 grain
From:
$28.17
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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:
$21.11
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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:
$8.49
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Remington High Performance Rifle 55 gr Core Lokt PSP 223 Remington Ammunition, 20 Rounds - 28399
Brand:
Remington
Bullet Type:
POINTED SOFT POINT (PSP)
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Grains:
55 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$17.76
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REMINGTON AMMUNITION .223 REMINGTON 52 GR 20/10 BTHP MATCH 200/CA
Brand:
Remington
Bullet Type:
Hollow Point Boat Tail (HPBT)
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
52 grain
From:
$24.34
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Prvi Partizan .223 Remington FMJBT 55gr 20 Rounds Ammunition - PP223F1
Brand:
Prvi Partizan
Bullet Type:
Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
55 grain
From:
$10.78
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Nosler Match Grade RDF 223 Rem 70 gr Hollow Point Boat-Tail Rifle Ammo
Brand:
Nosler
Bullet Type:
HOLLOW POINT BOAT TAIL (HPBT)
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
70 grain
From:
$22.97
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Norma Ammunition 20157352 Dedicated Hunting Varmint 223 Rem 55 GR Polymer Tip 20 Per Box/ 10 CS
Brand:
Norma
Bullet Type:
Polymer Tip
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Grains:
165 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$27.50
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Liberty Ammunition LAOW223553000 OverWatch 223 Rem 55 gr 20 Rounds
Brand:
Liberty Ammunition
Bullet Type:
Custom Hollow Point
Caliber:
.223 Rem
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Nickel Plated Brass
Grains:
55 grain
From:
$33.76
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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:
$24.95
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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:
$20.70
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Marketplace Insights
★ 4.6/5
based on 389 customer reviews across 290 products from 34 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.
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.
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.
