223 (5.56) Ammo
.223 Remington ammunition and 5.56x45 NATO are closely related and sometimes interchangeable cartridges depending on the firearm they are to be used with. Manufacturers typically offer guidance on this point. In general, the 5.56 NATO ammunition the military uses and is for sale to the civilian market operates at higher pressures than .223 Remington ammo. Most, but not all, AR-15s are chambered for 5.56 NATO and can fire both types of ammo.
Many loads in both calibers follow the M193 or M855 standard, both of which are military specifications. M193 ammo typically fires a 55 grain full metal jacket bullet at 3,240 feet per second, while M855 ammo fires a heavier 62 grain FMJ bullet at about 3,100 feet per second. These common standards are very helpful when sighting in your optics and you'll find both cartridges in-stock and available in cheap bulk packs here at Widener's
Certain specialized loads deviate from these common standards. Competition grade .223/5.56 ammo fires a heavier bullet (most commonly a Sierra MatchKing) in the 77 grain range to provide better stability and more predictable trajectories; varmint loads, on the other hand, fire light 30-40 grain bullets at very high velocities to produce lethal fragmentation against pest animals.
One of the most sought after range loads for this caliber is Lake City ammunition, which is produced by Federal Premium Ammunition at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, Missouri. LCAAP production is typically excess from government contracts and is popular due to its military origins and high quality.
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ZSR 5.56x45 55 Grain FMJ M193 – 900 Rounds
$424.85
$404.85
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Manufacturer ZSR Ammunition Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 900 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode R0729202422847 Cost Per Round 44.4¢ to 45¢ per round ZSR Patlayıcı Sanayi A.Ş. is one of Turkey’s largest explosives and ammunition manufacturers. If you’re looking for proper 5.56x45 ammo for training, plinking, or stashing away in preparation for a rainy day, then we’ve got just the 900-round flat you’re after!
This cartridge’s 55 grain full metal jacket bullet and ~3,240 fps muzzle velocity are all that it needs to qualify as M193. In other words, this is essentially the same kind of ammo the U.S. Army would give you free of charge in exchange for at least two years of your life.
Worried about whether you can take this ammo to a commercial range? Then your worries are – poof – gone. ZSR’s FMJ does not have a steel core or bimetal jacket, so it’s ready to rock wherever magnetic ammo is banned. ZSR creates even greater value by exclusively loading noncorrosive Boxer primers, as well as shiny brass cases that have never before occupied a rifle’s chamber. -
PMC 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJ-BT – 1000 Rounds
$504.85
$469.85
Manufacturer PMC Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 1000 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 223A Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 50741569060085 Cost Per Round 47¢ per round Load up on some high quality, low cost ammunition for your favorite AR or other .223/5.56mm caliber rifle. PMC Bronze ammunition comes from South Korea out of the some of the most sophisticated and efficient manufacturing plants. A length of experience producing ammunition for NATO countries as well as adherence to U.S. standard tolerances has a resulted in inexpensive ammo with high reliability.
These cartridges are constructed using reloadable brass casings fitted with non-corrosive Boxer primers and topped by full metal jacket boat-tail (FMJ-BT) bullets. The bullets weigh in at 55 grains which is a standard across the board for the caliber and will stabilize with the widest ranges of barrel lengths and twists. In addition, the boat tail tapered rear of the bullet reduces drag and increases accuracy. This bulk pack of 1,000 rounds is great to stock up on for matches and classes and has been specifically recommended by some training companies like the United States Shooting Academy (USSA).
Customer Reviews
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Ammo was nicely boxed and performed great.
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It was low priced. But I was pleasantly surprised that it was boxed well in 20 round boxes and it looked great. Performed well too, just as all remington ammo has in the past. I like the brass, its a little heavier than other makes and reloads well.
Review by Lonewolf (Posted on 11/25/2021)
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Excellent ammo for the price
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Excellent ammo for the price. Runs very good and clean, no problems with whatsoever.
Review by Madmax (Posted on 9/19/2016)
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even better than expected
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I was looking for better accuracy than I'd found with _ _ _ _ M193 type ammo and reviews indicated the PMC was the answer. Bought a case to function test a new M-4(gery) for another shooter. This ammo is topnotch-more accurate than the carbine's owner can utilize. I just wish I'd bought two cases and kept one.
Review by Mobuck (Posted on 9/12/2016)
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Great ammo with a great price!
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Great price for 1000 rounds. 200 rounds through my Daniel Defense so far and had no problems. Need to order more before Jan 1 since I'm in CA.
Review by Kamera (Posted on 7/31/2016)
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200 Rounds Fired So Far: 0 Complaints
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The ammo came in a convenient packaging of 20 rd boxes. Convenient to load two mags of 10 rd each (in the pathetic state of CT, that's all we're allowed). No issues with the firing or ejection. Tight grouping at 25 yards after sighting in. Haven't tried 100 yards yet. No complaints
Review by p-chip (Posted on 7/17/2016)
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Good quality, great price
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Good quality ammo, runs great, never had an issue, run it in AR and COLT M-16 in full auto.
Review by randall (Posted on 5/18/2016)
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Fired 3000+ Rounds, not a single issue
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PMC Bronze is great ammo. Im on my fourth case right now, and I love it. Zero failures. With my Daniel Defense 16" Carbine and an ACOG I was effortlessly hitting 24" square steel at 500yds with 55gr! I prefer it to other ammo as most other brand 5.56 has the dirty looking annealing burn marks on the neck of the cartridge, but PMC takes the time to polish that off. It doesnt affect function of course, but it is a really nice touch. Quality ammo, buy with confidence.
Review by Christian (Posted on 4/20/2016)
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Good Ammo for the Money
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Have run through about 300 rounds of this ammo with no issues. Good ammo for the money
Review by Will (Posted on 3/6/2016)
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Old Army 5.56x45 55 Grain FMJ M193 – 540 Rounds
$254.85Manufacturer Old Army Ammunition Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 540 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU OA-556X45-B-55G Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 688130555463 Cost Per Round 47.2¢ per round Want to fire your AR-15 all day, every day, until the time? Then we got great news for you: you can! All you’ll need is a whole bunch of 5.56x45 ammunition … let’s say at least 540 rounds!
Old Army is the American company that put their label on this ammo, but it’s actually made in Macedonia by ATS Ammunition. They’re a sizeable outfit with over 500 employees and 1 million square feet of manufacturing space. They use it all to make good ammo components!
Case in point: the 55 grain lead-core full metal jacket, which has the strong copper-alloy jacket it needs to (A) chamber reliably, (B) resist deformation during ignition, and (C) avoid attracting a magnet altogether. At 3,240 fps, the 55gr FMJ’s muzzle velocity is just right to earn this round its M193 designation.
This non-surplus ammo is loaded with noncorrosive Boxer primers, which are sealed to provide a little extra welcome protection against the elements. Are its cases reloaded? No sir! They’re fresh out of the factory and ready for action in your rifle’s action. -
Fiocchi 5.56x45 55 Grain FMJBT M193 – 1000 Rounds
$499.85
$474.85
Manufacturer Fiocchi Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 1000 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU 556M193L Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 762344864259 Cost Per Round 47.5¢ per round Although it performs nearly identically to their premiere Exacta line of ammunition, Fiocchi’s Shooting Dynamics ammo is priced so you can train longer and get more out of your trips to the range. These 1,000 rounds are not remotely wanting in the quality department -- their brass casings are fresh from the factory (possibly in Italy, more likely in Ozark, MO), their Boxer primers are responsive and non-corrosive, and their propellant is clean burning and matched to deliver a consistent chamber pressure, shot after shot.
This M193 Ball round boasts a 55 grain projectile with a full metal jacket, so it’ll feed without issue in your AR-15 and penetrate even unconventional plinking targets. The bullet further features a boat tail design, so its ballistic coefficient is high to give it a flattened trajectory, lower sensitivity to crosswinds, and the ability to retain a better part of its velocity downrange. -
Prvi Partizan 5.56x45 55 Grain FMJBT M193 – 1000 Rounds
$484.85Manufacturer Prvi Partizan Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 1000 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU PPRM556B Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode R041520206127 Cost Per Round 48.5¢ per round We have verified that this is in fact 5.56x45mm M193 ammunition. The labels on the boxes are just misprinted.
How much 5.56x45 ammo do you really need? As much as you can get your hands on! And a good place to start is with a case or two of Prvi Partizan’s M193 ball ammo, which is loaded for the commercial market according to the U.S. military’s very own specifications!
This Serbian AR-15 ammo is loaded with 55 grain FMJBT projectiles. The bullet’s gilding metal jacket ensures smooth and clean performance, but inhibits any kind of terminal expansion. (A bullet like this will fragment inside of soft tissue following close-to-medium range impact, however.) The FMJBT’s boat tail helps the bullet reduce in-flight drag, thus enabling it to retain more velocity, fly flatter and strike its target with greater energy.
Prvi Partizan’s ammo is completely nonmagnetic. Not only are their bullets devoid of any steel, but their reloadable cases are also made of solid brass. These rounds’ Boxer primers are just as non-corrosive as what you should expect from an American manufacturer, and they are additionally sealed. -
Winchester USA Target 5.56x45 55 Grain FMJ M193 – 1000 Rounds
$499.85
$484.85
Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 1000 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU WM193K Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No Cost Per Round 48.5¢ per round Winchester’s USA label doesn’t just stand for American-made. It stands for consistent quality and satisfying target-grade accuracy that you’ll want to take with you whenever you visit the range.
Winchester manufactures their white box ammo specifically for the civilian shooter. They did load this 5.56x45 ammo to our military’s M193 specifications, however, which means it offers the same kind of performance which most veterans of the Armed Forces must already be familiar with.
This cartridge has a 55 grain full metal jacket projectile. At that weight it achieves a steady 3,180 fps muzzle velocity, which will keep it traveling at supersonic speed until around 700 yards – well beyond the 5.56’s effective range. The FMJ’s hard jacket promotes positive functioning in a semi-auto courtesy of its ability to feed smoothly and prevent rapid fouling. This round’s FMJ cannot expand inside soft tissue, although it may fragment apart at higher velocities.
This ammo also sports virgin brass cases. You will notice that they are discolored in the areas where they were annealed, which indicates that the brass is elastic enough to return to its original dimensions after ignition. Alongside their non-corrosive Boxer primers, that makes this ammo’s cases perfect for handloaders. -
Winchester USA 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJ – 800 Rounds
$389.85Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 800 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU W223200 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 00020892225039 Cost Per Round 48.7¢ per round Typewriters need ink. Semi-trucks need diesel. And high-volume target shooters need Winchester USA 223 Rem ammo by the case. These nonmagnetic, non-corrosive and brass-cased beauts are all your 5.56 or 223 rifle requires in order to start singing your favorite tune.
If this was a 5.56 round, then it would conform to the military's M193 specs to a T. Its 55 grain FMJ is loaded to a muzzle velocity of 3,240 fps, so it’s going to deliver recoil and ballistic performance that are really familiar to any AR-15 aficionado. Winchester’s FMJ has a cannelure to prevent setback in the magazine, as well as the uniformly distributed lead core and concentric copper alloy jacket that good accuracy both hinge upon.
A lot of people take a look at this ammo’s cases and wonder if it has been previously fired and reloaded. Not so! Winchester just saved time by not polishing the brass after fortifying it via heat treatment. A supple case promotes cleaner performance by expanding to seal off the chamber during ignition, and it reliably returns to its original dimensions so it can serve well at the reloading bench. -
PMC X-TAC XM193 5.56x5mm 55 Grain FMJ-BT – 1000 Rounds
$499.85Manufacturer PMC Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 1000 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU 5.56X Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 20741569010119 Cost Per Round 50¢ per round The X-TAC line from PMC more closely follows the same specifications used for manufacturing military grade ammunition. As a result, this 1000 bulk pack of 5.56mm has a few features that you won't find in usual lots of inexpensive ammo. These XP193 rounds are great for rainy day storage, high round count classes, practice sessions, fun plinking, and building a ballistic chart close to NATO-spec M193.
Like M193, these XP193 rounds feature 55 grain bullets which are compatible with the widest range of barrel lengths and twists of AR, SCAR, ACR, and other 5.56x45mm chambered rifles. The full metal jacket boat tail (FMJ-BT) projectiles feature a toothed cannelure which prevents round setback during rough handling or repeated loading and live ejection; bullet setback can affect accuracy or even cause catastrophic firearm failure. In addition, the reloadable brass casings have a consistent coat of sealant surrounding their non-corrosive Boxer primers which prevents moisture from entering the cartridge and creating dud rounds. The casings are also annealed for added strength to prevent pressure-induced malfunctions and guarantee long brass life for reloaders.
PMC ammunition is produced in South Korea on some of the same tooling and machines used to supply NATO countries with war-fighting ammo. These bulk packs are highly regarded among American shooters for their inexpensive cost, high reliability, and adherence to M193 specification.
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Winchester USA 5.56x45 55 Grain FMJ – 1000 Rounds
$499.85Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 1000 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU WM193500 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 00020892228337 Cost Per Round 50¢ per round We dream of a world … a perfect world, where no AR-15 enthusiast ever has to go without the 5.56x45 ammo they need for training, target shooting, plinking and crisis preparation. Unfortunately, that perfect world may never come to be. But have we lost heart? Never! Because so long as Winchester loads 5.56, any shooter can stock up in a big way.
You could join the Army if you wanted M193 spec ammo, but Winchester has made getting your hands on it slightly easier. These rounds are topped off with full metal jackets: each 55 grains, and due to attain a muzzle velocity of 3,180 fps in conjunction with a 20” barrel. The nonmagnetic flat base bullet’s 0.250 G1 BC reflects its ability to reach a 200-yard zero in less than one quarter of one second, and then drop by -7.38” at 300 yards. That flat trajectory is just one of the reasons why so many folks love and swear by the good ol’ five-five-six.
Winchester doesn’t shine up this reloadable ammo’s brass cases after annealing them. That just means you can see the discoloration which proves they were properly heat-treated. Throw in Winchester’s corrosion-free Boxer primers, and you’re in for a real smooth ride.
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Magtech 5.56x45 55 Grain FMJ M193 – 1000 Rounds
$509.85Manufacturer Magtech Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 1000 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU 556A Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 754908200306 Cost Per Round 51¢ per round This 5.56x45 ammunition by Magtech offers mil-spec performance at a reasonable price for your AR-15 or other 5.56 rifle. Each cartridge in this case of 1,000 fires a 55 grain full metal jacket bullet at a muzzle velocity of 3,265 feet per second (20” test barrel), right in line with the M193 specification.
This ammo is loaded in Brazil with non-corrosive Boxer primers and reloadable brass cases. CBC (which produces ammo under the Magtech, MEN and Sellier & Bellot brands) is one of the largest defense contractors in the world, and has extensive experience producing quality military grade ammunition.
This ammunition’s brass cases are brand new. The brass is only darker around the case neck because it was annealed at the factory (a process which strengthens brass) without subsequent polishing. The discoloration is purely cosmetic and will not impact performance in the slightest. -
PMC Battle Pack 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJ - 1000 Rounds
$509.85Manufacturer PMC Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 1000 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 223A-BP Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 50741569060078 Cost Per Round 51¢ per round This case of 1,000 rounds in .223 Remington comes packaged in five convenient "battle packs" of 200 rounds each. These packs are individually sealed in plastic for easy transportation and long-term storage. An excellent choice for fans of the AR-15 and other .223/5.56 NATO rifles!
Each cartridge in this case fires a 55 grain full metal jacket bullet. Expect performance similar to M193 ball ammunition and good medium-range accuracy with minimal felt recoil.
PMC ammo is loaded in South Korea by Poongsan, a large munitions manufacturer best known in that country for supplying the Republic of Korea Armed Forces.
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Winchester USA 5.56x45 55 Grain FMJ – 1000 Rounds
$509.99Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 1000 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU WM1931000 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 020892225084 Cost Per Round 51¢ per round Is your AR-15 ready for the range? How about a real emergency – the kind that only canned goods, candles, and brass-cased ammo can carry you through? So long as your firearm is chambered for 5.56x45 and you like thinking ahead, this case of ammo by Winchester is a much-needed addition to your stockpile.
This is just about the most elemental ammo you could have on hand. Each cartridge is faithfully loaded according to M193 specifications, with a full metal jacket bullet to prevent feeding issues and accelerated barrel leading. You won’t get expansion out of an FMJ, but you’ll still get the kind of terminal ballistics that prove so effective for home defense. At 55 grains this round’s bullet reliably achieves a muzzle velocity in the range of 3,180 fps. That’ll treat you to the satisfyingly flat trajectory you need to thread distant targets.
Winchester’s USA ammo features newly forged brass cases, sensitive and non-corrosive Boxer primers for reloadability, and of course clean-burning powder. Don’t look for any steel in this nonmagnetic ammo – you won’t find it!Customer Reviews
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Good price excellent price with the rebate
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Good price for a case of 556 with the rebate is was an excellent price.
Came in box of 1000 loose roundsReview by Jamie (Posted on 10/15/2023)
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Winchester USA 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJ – 600 Rounds
$309.85Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 600 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU W223150 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 00020892224995 Cost Per Round 51.6¢ per round Marksmanship is a depreciable skill. You’re either making yours better through regular target practice, or you’re letting it get worse by slacking off.
We’d never accuse you of being a slacker, of course. Look how diligently you’re reading the product descriptions on Widener's – the mark of a real go-getter. We like your style! That’s why we’ll feel proud when we ship you 600 rounds of Winchester’s high-quality 223 Rem range ammunition.
This is just about the most vanilla 223 you could invest your hard-earned money in. It’s loaded with standard 55 grain full metal jacket projectiles: nonmagnetic, non-expanding, and perched above the clean-burning propellant charges they need to clear muzzle at a rate of 3,240 fps (20” bbl). We estimate this round’s FMJ’s G1 ballistic coefficient at 0.274, which stands for a 250-yard trajectory that climaxes around 3.5” above the bore line.
Winchester’s USA series ammo is loaded with primo reloadable cases. If you’re not accustomed to seeing military grade brass, then you may wonder if this ammo’s cases are discolored because they were previously reloaded. They were not. They just weren’t polished up for better cosmetics after they were heat-treated for added suppleness. -
PMC X-TAC M855 5.56x45mm 62 Grain FMJ – 1000 Rounds
$519.85Manufacturer PMC Condition New Bullet Weight 62 Grain Bullet Type Penetrator Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 1000 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU 5.56K Primer Type Boxer Magnetic Yes UPC Barcode 20741569010126 Cost Per Round 52¢ per round Get your fill of M855 style ammo with this 1000 round bulk pack of PMC's X-TAC NATO 5.56mm. Just like milspec M855, these rounds use 62 grain bullets with light-amor penetrating* steel tips which are painted green for easy identification. As a result, these rounds will match ballistic tables and ballistic drop compensation (BDC) reticles commonly used with modern low power scopes. The reloadable brass casings are annealed at the neck and shoulder for added strength (useful to reloaders) while the non-corrosive Boxer primers are bordered by moisture-blocking sealant. The bullets are full metal jacket (FMJ) and possess toothed cannelures to prevent projectile setback.
PMC is a South Korean based company that sources its ammunition from plants that supply to the ROK military as well as other to other NATO countries. Their X-TAC line is highly regarded for adhering to stringent military specification while still maintaining an inexpensive price for all shooters.
*While this is not armor-penetrating ammunition by definition, some ranges will not allow these rounds to be fired indoors nor outdoors on certain steel targets.
Customer Reviews
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Fast shipping and good product
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Bought the ammo and it shipped next day and was packed securely and I will be ordering again
Review by Joseph (Posted on 1/3/2024)
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Like always, best price, fastest delivery
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Had what I wanted. Ordered Friday here by Tuesday
Review by Shel (Posted on 5/7/2023)
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Good ammo, clean, shoots well
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Great ammo
Review by Lynardkenyard (Posted on 4/24/2023)
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Well done.
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Recently purchased some to have in case of whatever. Shot this ammo off a bench at 100, 200 and 300 hundred yards. 1 x7 1x8 1x9 barrel twists with lengths from 12 to 16 inches. very, very good accuracy. no comparison to domestic brands. Clean brass. Buying more today.
Review by Wilbur (Posted on 2/11/2023)
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VG ammo..GREAT price
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Less recoil and less flash than W-W and at a much better price..will definitely buy more
.Review by bmoose (Posted on 7/24/2022)
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Best M855 I’ve shot
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I’ve purchased dozens of cases of PMC XTAC M855 because they shoot great in both my 16” 1:7 spin carbine and my 20” 1;9 barrels. Also, they have EXCELLENT brass cases for reloading and last many reloads/firing cycles.
If you want to store these long term, they are sealed completely and should last for decades if stored in a clean sealed container.
BTW, when I started buying these ~10 years ago, they $.17/rnd. Save your brass even if you don’t reload yourself.Review by Pasky2112 (Posted on 8/14/2021)
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Very good ammo
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Very good ammo
Review by Steve (Posted on 5/21/2020)
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Best M855 round
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This is the best M855 ammo I've ever bought. It's not second class or third class M855 like what Lake City is that the public can purchase. PMC sale first rate M855 to the public at a fair price and it's very clean brass.
Review by Fireball (Posted on 9/23/2016)
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Winchester USA 5.56x45 55 Grain FMJ – 500 Rounds
$264.85Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 500 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU WM193500 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 020892228320 Cost Per Round 53¢ per round Guns would still exist in a perfect world. In fact, there’d be even more of them. And so long as we’re dreaming, there would also be free 500-round boxes of Winchester 5.56x45 ammunition given away at every gas station, liquor store and donut shop. Fortunately, until that perfect world exists, you’ll still be able to find plenty of 500-round boxes of Winchester 5.56x45 right here on Widener’s. (It just won’t be free.)
This is simple and true range ammunition, made by the same company which manages the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant on the behalf of the U.S. government. It’s M193 spec, which is only to say that it is loaded with the classic 55 grain full metal jacket bullet. Once that 0.250 G1 BC FMJ accelerates to a velocity of 3,180 fps (the rate at which it exits a 20” barrel), its trajectory only has to rise by 5.2” before hitting a 300-yard target. (If you’ve got 1.5” high sights, that is.)
Each round in this big box is loaded with a military-grade Boxer primer (noncorrosive) and new brass case (reloadable). Winchester didn’t shine the cases’ necks and shoulders up after annealing them, thus providing visual proof that they were created properly. -
PMC Battle Pack 223 Remington 55 Grain FMJ-BT – 200 Rounds
$109.85Manufacturer PMC Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 200 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 223A-BP Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 741569060073 Cost Per Round 54.9¢ per round This PMC 223 Remington Battle Pack is great choice for range training or target practice. Newly manufactured, the rounds are packed with full metal jacket boat-tail projectiles and have a muzzle velocity of 2,300 fps. These bullets were designed for more stable flight and increased accuracy.
PMC, a Korean manufacturer, has work diligently to produce quality ammo. Because of this, there products have become extremely popular with American gun owners, looking for high quality ammo on a budget. PMC it a great go-to ammo for all of you training needs. -
Winchester USA 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJ – 150 Rounds
$83.85Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 150 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU W223150 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 020892224988 Cost Per Round 55.9¢ per round You won’t catch us complaining about getting 150 rounds of 223 Rem to a single box. That’s enough so we can spend hours meticulously lining up sniper shots, and it’s also spot on for exactly five 30-round mag dumps. Winchester USA 223 really is good for both occasions.
This is basic ammo as far as your AR-15 is concerned, and the foundation of any respectable arsenal. Each round wears a 55 grain bullet that rips out of the barrel at 3,240 fps. That’ll treat you to the flat trajectory the AR-15 is beloved for. The bullet has a full metal jacket, which keeps the lead in its core from touching the barrel and hardens the bullet to prevent deformation during ignition.
We don’t recommend the FMJ, which does not expand, for hunting. And as far as self-defense is concerned, there are better bullets for neutralizing a human-sized threat. But when such bullets are not available, you’ll find an eighth ounce of solid metal striking a target at nearly three times the speed of sound makes quite an impact whichever way you slice it.
A lot of folks look at this ammo’s brass cases and assume they’ve already been fired. But that isn’t the the situation! These military-grade cases are discolored because they’ve been annealed, which makes them more supple for better functionality. This reloadable ammo is also non-corrosive and nonmagnetic, so it offers great value, clean performance, and versatility when it comes to which indoor ranges you can train at. -
Hornady 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJ-BT - 500 Rounds
$279.85Manufacturer Hornady Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 500 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 80275 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 10090255802754 Cost Per Round 56¢ per round This high grade .223 Remington ammunition from Hornady is an excellent choice for discerning shooters who want better performance than what typical range fodder can provide, but don't want to spend large amounts on match-grade ammo.
Each round in this case of 500 (split into 10 boxes of 50 rounds each) fires a 55 grain boat-tailed full metal jacket bullet at a muzzle velocity of 3,240 feet per second. This produces ballistics similar to M193 ball ammo.
Hornady ammo is loaded in Grand Island, Nebraska and uses non-corrosive Boxer primers and reloadable brass cases.
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Federal American Eagle 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJBT – 500 Rounds
$279.85Manufacturer Federal Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 500 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU AE223JX Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 50004544671868 Cost Per Round 56¢ per round When you have no ammo, your rifle no go BANG. But when you have whole case of ammo, then your rifle go BANG very much. It’s a no-brainer! Whether you want to spend a lot of quality time with your rifle at the local gun store’s big range or your buddy’s backyard plinking gallery, Federal’s American Eagle 223 Rem ammo cannot be beat!
This round is all about serving up consistent target grade accuracy. At 55 grains, its bullet is light enough to deliver a fast 3,240 fps muzzle velocity. And because the bullet’s sharp nose profile and low-drag boat tail base are so ballistically efficient, the FMJBT is going to stay supersonic beyond 750 yards. Good luck hitting a target at that range!
Federal’s gilding metal jacket does not contain any steel. That and this bullet’s solid lead core won’t do anything funny to a magnet, so you have free license to fire this Minnesotan-made ammo at any range on your radar. This ammo also has uniform brass cases to promote reliable feeding and cleaner ignition. Can you reload it? You bet you can! -
Winchester USA 5.56x45 62 Grain FMJ M855 – 1000 Rounds
$559.85Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 62 Grain Bullet Type Penetrator Use Type home defense, plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 1000 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU WM8551000 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic Yes UPC Barcode 020892228702 Cost Per Round 56¢ per round This 5.56x45 ammo by Winchester is magnetic. That’s not because Winchester sought to cut down on production costs by implementing bimetal jackets, but rather because they manufactured these rounds according to M855 specifications!
Each cartridge sports a 62 grain penetrator bullet. Its tip is only green because it is painted, not made of polymer. That indicates the front end of its core is made of pure steel. Steel hardens the bullet’s tip substantially, giving the shooter a huge advantage when he wants to penetrate sheet metal.
Magnetic bullets are not permitted at some indoor ranges because the steel inside them could create sparks or damage range equipment. You’ll want to call ahead to check a range’s policy on magnetic ammo before you take M855 to their premises. Steel can also cause a ricochet, making this ammo a poor choice for tactical training with steel targets!
Our customers are often concerned about the appearance of this ammo’s cases. To be certain, this is not reloaded ammo – the manufacturer just skipped buffing out the grayness on the cases after heat-treating them.Customer Reviews
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Good buy
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4 stars on the quality because some of the bullet cases were crushed/deformed. Otherwise great.
Review by Conor (Posted on 12/26/2023)
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Winchester 5.56x45 62 Grain FMJ M855 – 1000 Rounds
$559.85Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 62 Grain Bullet Type Penetrator Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 1000 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU WM855K Primer Type Boxer Magnetic Yes UPC Barcode 00020892228498 Cost Per Round 56¢ per round Forget about 5.56x45 M193 ammunition, with its weak solid lead core FMJ bullets. Real operators want 5.56x45 M855 ammunition, which has strong steel core bullets!
This AR-15 round’s FMJ doesn't have a pure steel core, of course. Only the frontal section of the M855 bullet’s core is made of steel, but that’s all it needs to rip through sheet metal like it’s made out of gingerbread. This ammo’s magnetic bullets aren’t suitable for use at all commercial ranges, and they will probably damage AR500 targets, but M855 ammo is still great to have on hand for casual target shooting and serious self-defense scenarios alike.
At 62 grains, the M855 bullet is a little heavier than the usual M193 load’s 55 grain bullet. That gives it greater momentum downrange, which in turn promotes tighter accuracy. Just make sure you have a barrel with a 1:8 or 1:9 twist if you want to witness that accuracy in person!
This is new production ammo from Illinois, not something that has been gathering dust in a U.S. Army storeroom. It has non-corrosive Boxer primers and reloadable brass cases, the latter of which have been very obviously heat treated for added suppleness.Customer Reviews
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Reliable.
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I've been buying this ammo for years. I've fired thousands of rounds through 2 carbines and a rifle with zero malfunctions!! It doesn't have match grade accuracy, but it's plenty accurate enough and very reliable. I use it for target shooting and coyote hunting. It goes through a coyote, killing them without any pelt damage at all due to the non expanding bullet.
Review by Sitka cat (Posted on 7/9/2023)
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Winchester 5.56x45 62 Grain FMJ M855 – 800 Rounds
$449.85Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 62 Grain Bullet Type Penetrator Use Type home defense, plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 800 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU WM855200 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic Yes UPC Barcode 00020892228658 Cost Per Round 56.2¢ per round Plenty of folks love 5.56x45 M855 ammunition for everyday target shooting and plinking. So long as your range permits ammo that attracts a magnet, Winchester’s American-made M855 loads are poised to treat you famously. But if you’d like range ammo that can also tackle threats which are armored or shielded by light barriers, then M855 will fit the ticket!
This cartridge’s 62 grain bullet is a regular FMJ on the outside. Its core is made of two components: a lead rear, and a hard steel front. Its rigid meplat enables the M855 bullet to pierce a steel plate much more effectively than a standard lead core M193 bullet could have, and it also promotes deeper penetration of soft tissue.
This round’s bullet weighs a little more than average. The best AR-15 barrel twist for a 62 grain projectile is 1:9 or 1:8. A 1:7 twist is good for all but long-distance shooting, but a 1:12 twist is going to give you problems.
Winchester loads these rounds’ magnetic projectiles in new brass. The cases are a little dark around their shoulders – this doesn’t mean they have been previously fired, but rather that they have been annealed for greater durability. Once these rounds’ non-corrosive Boxers are all spent up, go right on ahead and reload them! -
Hornady 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJ-BT - 50 Rounds
$29.85Manufacturer Hornady Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 50 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 80275 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 090255802757 Cost Per Round 59.7¢ per round Whether you're training for a competitive shoot or simply want high quality .223 Remington ammunition, this target load from Hornady will serve you well. These cartridges come packaged in convenient 50 round boxes--because let's face it, most of us fire more than 20 rounds at each range session!
These cartridges have external ballistics comparable to those of M193 ball, firing a 55 grain boat-tailed full metal jacket bullet at 3,240 feet per second.
This ammunition is made in Grand Island, Nebraska using non-corrosive primers and brass cases.
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Fiocchi 5.56x45mm 55 Grain FMJBT M193 – 50 Rounds
$29.85Manufacturer Fiocchi Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 50 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU 556M193L Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 762344712062 Cost Per Round 59.7¢ per round This 5.56x45mm cartridge is from Fiocchi’s Shooting Dynamics line of ammunition, and accordingly will deliver high performance out of your rifle without breaking the bank. The Italian manufacturer pours intense quality into each of their rounds’ components, so this one’s factory fresh brass casing, sensitive and non-corrosive primer, and clean burning propellant are all poised to make your precious time at the range as rewarding as can be.
This is an M193 cartridge, the same type that is commonly issued for field use in the M16A1 rifle. Its lead alloy core is wrapped in a gilded metal jacket, so it can penetrate many types of common barriers and prevent excessive fouling from quickly impacting your firearm’s accuracy. This bullet further features a tapered base, and as the result is highly accurate courtesy of its flattened trajectory, ability to resist the influence of cross winds, and tendency to keep much of its velocity even after having flown far downrange. -
Hornady 223 Rem 55 Grain SP - 500 Rounds
$299.85Manufacturer Hornady Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Soft-Point (SP) Use Type home defense, hunting boar, hunting whitetail deer, varmint hunting Casing Type Brass Quantity 500 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 80255 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 10090255802556 Cost Per Round 60¢ per round Developed out of a need for quality ammunition in the aftermath of World War Two, Hornady has been providing consumers with quality ammo for decades. Today, they continue their legacy as one of the best ammunition manufacturers.
Looking for some cheap .223 ammo to do a massive amount of shooting? You have just that right here. With 500 rounds of .223 Rem ammo, you can plink away or hone in your shooting skills and even hunt boar for quite a while. This high quality Hornady ammo fires at 3240 feet per second, and with a 55 grain SP round traveling like that, you should have no problem wiping out those pesky varmints or putting pork on the table.
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Winchester USA 5.56x45 55 Grain FMJ – 600 Rounds
$364.85Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 600 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU WM193150 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 7084549519 Cost Per Round 60.8¢ per round This case of ammo contains exactly 600 bangs for your AR-15 rifle. Use those bangs to make yourself a better marksman at the range, or just to play around with your latest build in your backyard (assuming you live in the kind of place that tolerates backyard rifle use).
Winchester’s USA series 5.56x45 ammo is rudimentary – but that doesn’t mean it’s low-quality. Each cartridge in this case is loaded with a consistent 55 grain full metal jacket projectile, and achieves the 3,180 fps muzzle velocity a rifle needs to cycle reliably and spit out flat, accurate trajectories.
The FMJ will not expand inside of soft tissue, although its tendency to fragment following high-velocity impact would spell a difficult time for any threat you were forced to neutralize with this range ammo. This is nonmagnetic ammo: Those jackets are made of copper alloy, and their cores are solid lead.
Winchester’s new production ammo is loaded with non-corrosive Boxer-primed brass cases. These are not reloaded. They are discolored around their mouths, but that’s only because Winchester does not make their military grade cases pretty by polishing them. -
Hornady Frontier 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJ – 500 Rounds
$304.85Manufacturer Hornady Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 500 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU FR100 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 10090255711261 Cost Per Round 61¢ per round If you’ve got an AR-15, then you know how quickly the little thing can gobble up ammo. Keeping it in good supply of the stuff can be a challenge -- it’s not uncommon for an AR-15 owner to feel like a mother bird that has to perpetually stick worms down its fledgling’s gullet. When you need high quality rounds, you can always bank on Hornady. The old Nebraskan master has one of the tightest quality assurance protocols that we know about, and that really shows in their products’ consistently great performance.
This 223 Rem cartridge has a 55 grain projectile. The bullet’s jacket is drawn extremely concentrically, which along with its fast 3,240 fps muzzle velocity assures a flat and accurate trajectory. This bullet’s jacket further serves to promote certain feeding through a semi-automatic, and to prevent rapid fouling within the bore as well. This round’s military grade primer and propellant both burn clean to preserve a rifle’s action, and its brand new brass casing is ready for multiple trips across the reloading bench. -
Federal American Eagle 223 Rem 62 Grain FMJ-BT - 500 Rounds
$319.85Manufacturer Federal Condition New Bullet Weight 62 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 500 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU AE223N Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 50029465093483 Cost Per Round 64¢ per round These .223 Remington rounds from Federal utilize many of the features that go into premium 5.56x45mm milspec rounds but without the increased cost. Each round is built using a reloadable brass casing mated to a non-corrosive Boxer primer via solid seating and primer sealant; this compound prevents moisture from penetrating through to reach the clean-burning propellant. The casings are also firmly crimped to the toothed cannelure of each bullet to prevent setback and optimize reliability.
The projectile used in this cartridge design is a non-penetrating, 62 grain full metal jacket boat tail (FMJ-BT) bullet that is not attracted to a magnet. The rear curvature of the FMJ-BT shape resists drag and is less susceptible to in-flight shift. This combines with a well-studied 62 grain weight to provide shooters with accurate and predictable ballistic performance. Federal's American Eagle line is intended to be a low-cost plinking solution that doesn't skip out on quality enhancements.
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PMC Bronze Hunting 223 Rem 55 Grain SP - 800 Rounds
$519.85Manufacturer PMC Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Soft-Point (SP) Use Type hunting boar, hunting whitetail deer, varmint hunting Casing Type Brass Quantity 800 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 223SP Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 223SP55PMC800 Cost Per Round 65¢ per round Soft point cartridges are an economical yet highly effective choice for bringing down various types of game. This .223 Remington ammo from PMC is no exception, excelling in the field against coyote, hogs, and other animals due to its excellent expansion potential.
Each round in this bulk-priced case of 800 fires a 55 grain projectile. If your optics are sighted in with M193 ball or another comparable range load, you'll be able to use this load to hunt with little to no adjustment!
PMC ammo is made in South Korea using non-corrosive Boxer primers and brass cases.
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Fiocchi 223 Rem 62 Grain FMJBT – 50 Rounds
$32.85Manufacturer Fiocchi Condition New Bullet Weight 62 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 50 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 223C Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 762344706580 Cost Per Round 65.7¢ per round Do you frequent a rifle range that forbids magnetic ammunition on its premises, but still want to fire 5.56x45 M855 ammunition? Lo and behold – the perfect substitute, courtesy of Fiocchi! This Missouri-made 223 Rem range ammunition is loaded with 62 grain bullets and delivers a muzzle velocity of 3,000 fps. Those stats make this nonmagnetic ammo’s ballistic performance almost indistinguishable from that of our military’s penetrator load!
This round’s bullet is more than just nonmagnetic. As a full metal jacket boat tail it features a slightly tapered base which minimizes drag to help conserve downrange momentum, an evenly distributed jacket and core which assure satisfactory in-flight stability, and a ballistically efficient solid point profile. Don’t expect terminal expansion from an FMJBT – but don’t expect a varmint to survive an encounter with one, either.
Fiocchi fits each one of these rounds with a virgin brass case, noncorrosive Boxer primer and charge of low-residue propellant. A swell choice for any 5.56/223 rifle, semi-automatic or otherwise!Customer Reviews
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The Hickock45 discount was a buying incentive as well as buying from a company in a Free state,
Review by DrC (Posted on 11/17/2023)
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Hornady Frontier 223 Rem 55 Grain HP Match – 500 Rounds
$329.85Manufacturer Hornady Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Hollow-Point (HP) Use Type match or precision shooting, plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 500 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU FR140 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 10090255711346 Cost Per Round 66¢ per round Frontier ammunition is loaded for Hornady by the U.S. government’s own Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, Missouri. It’s high quality stuff – especially when Hornady arms it with their superior HP Match projectiles!
This round’s 55 grain hollow point is not designed to expand as it penetrates soft tissue. The narrow opening in its nose indicates that the bullet’s swaged lead core is perfectly form-fitted to its jacket, where it was poured into place. The HP Match’s evenly distributed core is complemented by Hornady’s signature AMP jacket, which is a virtually perfectly concentric copper shell.
This balanced bullet is also extremely aerodynamic. Its graceful secant ogive geometry gives way to a ballistically efficient boat tail. When the bullet is fired through a 24” barrel to achieve a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.254, its velocity remains at least Mach 2 until it reaches the 275-yard line!
This ammo’s uniform brass cases ensure smooth cycling through any bolt-action or semi-auto, and its matched primers and propellant serve up consistent recoil and ballistics. One 500 round case is divided among 25 boxes, so you can pass some along to your range pals (but you won’t want to). -
PMC 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJ - 20 Rounds
$13.25- Buy 5 at $12.85 /each and save
Manufacturer PMC Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 20 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 223A Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 741569060080 Cost Per Round 64.2¢ to 66.2¢ per round PMC's .223 Remington has become one of the most popular rounds in the country. Used for target shooting and competition, this bullet is now a common sight in the fields and target ranges of America. Thanks to a superior design that has its roots in military use, the .223 Remington delivers precision, power, and speed.
With this box of .223 Remington ammunition, you’ll get 20 cartridges that use full metal jacket bullets. The 55-grain projectiles give you superior accuracy and reliability, and they not only have outstanding muzzle speed, they also maintain downrange precision and reliability.
Thanks to a detailed design and quality control process, PMC is one of the most trusted names in ammunition. They use top-notch brass casing and outstanding primers in their rounds, and all of their ammo is completely reloadable, making them a favorite among reloading enthusiasts. All of their ammo is made to the standards of either the SAAMI or U.S. military.
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Highly Recommend
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PMC has very good quality control standards. This is very noticeable when you compare their ammo to other well known manufactures. PMC is clean, reliable and can easily be reloaded. I would highly recommend this ammo for the first time buyer to the more advanced tactical classes. I currently use this ammo for 3Gun Competitions and have shot out to 600 yards. I will definitely continue to buy this ammo.
Review by Mike (Posted on 4/18/2023)
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PMC X-TAC XP193 5.56x5mm 55 Grain FMJ-BT – 20 Rounds
$13.85Manufacturer PMC Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type indoor range shooting Casing Type Brass Quantity 20 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU 5.56X Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 741569010115 Cost Per Round 69.2¢ per round Load up your magazines with a few boxes of this high quality XP193 5.56mm ammo from PMC. XP193 from PMC's X-TAC line follows the same specification as military-grade M193 ammo and comes at a low cost for all shooters to enjoy. Zero in peace knowing that your rifle will follow proven ballistic tables that have been in circulation for decades.
These cartridges come 20 to a box and feature reloadable brass casings that have been annealed at the neck and shoulder for strength and longevity. The cases are fitted with non-corrosive Boxer primers which are pressed in with red primer sealant for moisture protection. The casings are also crimped around every 55 grain bullet's toothed cannelure in order to prevent bullet setback from repeated loading and unloading. 55 grain full metal jacket (FMJ) bullets are a commercial standard for the caliber and will function and fly great out of the widest range of ARs, SCARs, Mini-14s, and other 5.56x45mm chambered rifles with varying barrel lengths and twists.
PMC ammunition is sourced from South Korea and carries a great reputation for consistent quality due to experience producing ammo for NATO militaries. Their ammunition is great for matches, classes, and zeroing and is well known for being quite inexpensive relative to its M193 specification.
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I have never had any malfunctions with this ammo and I would highly recommend. I chronographed this ammo and the velocity was consistent. That is the reason why I use this ammo for 3-Gun and 2-Gun Competitions. This PMC ammo is clean, accurate and has good quality control standards.
Review by Mike (Posted on 4/23/2023)
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Winchester USA Target 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJ – 20 Rounds
$13.85Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 20 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU W223K Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 020892213111 Cost Per Round 69.2¢ per round Winchester’s white box ammunition stands for consistent quality, reliable functionality, and American production values. So long as you have at least one rifle chambered for 5.56x45 or 223 Rem, you have every reason you need to order this bread and butter 223 Rem ammo.
Winchester loads this round with a 55 grain full metal jacket projectile. It’s as elemental as AR-15 bullets come thanks to its solid lead core, gilding metal jacket, and absence of steel or any other metals which would have attracted a magnet. The bullet’s 0.274 G1 BC enables it to retain half of its original velocity at 530 yards, so you can look forward to a flat trajectory no matter your target’s range. The bullet’s cannelure ensures it stays seated at the right depth so you can avoid a failure to feed.
Winchester’s nonmagnetic ammunition is also non-corrosive and clean-burning. Its brass cases are furthermore brand new. These particular rounds’ new production cases have been fortified via heat treatment, but the annealing marks weren’t subsequently buffed out at the factory. -
Fiocchi 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJ – 50 Rounds
$34.85Manufacturer Fiocchi Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 50 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 223A Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 762344704968 Cost Per Round 69.7¢ per round Get in your range time without breaking the bank, with this Fiocchi 223 Remington ammunition.
This ammunition is loaded with a 55 grain full metal jacket bullet, and has muzzle velocities of about 3,200 feet per second. This ammo is great for all types for range training and tactical training, including high precision marksmanship training. This ammo is also cheap enough to make a good plinking round and accurate enough to be used with hunting small varmints, although it does not expand on impact with its target.
This box of 50 rounds is loaded by the increasingly popular Fiocchi Ammunition Company. Fiocchi produces a wide variety of range training, self defense, and hunting ammunition, and is sold in the US and several other countries around the world. The Italian based ammo manufacturer primarily produces quality yet affordable brass cased ammunition and uses a variety of projectiles made both in-house and by other highly reputable companies. Order your ammo today, and safe shooting!
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Fiocchi 223 Rem 40 Grain Polymer Tip V-MAX - 50 Rounds
$34.85Manufacturer Fiocchi Condition New Bullet Weight 40 Grain Bullet Type V-MAX Use Type varmint hunting Casing Type Brass Quantity 50 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 223HVB50 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 762344706597 Cost Per Round 69.7¢ per round Varmint hunters will appreciate the lethality of this .223 Remington ammunition from Fiocchi. These cartridges come in boxes of 50 and offer reliable yet cost-effective performance.
Each round in this box fires an extra-light 40 grain Hornady V-MAX hollow point bullet. The V-MAX is a polymer-tipped varmint bullet designed to fragment rapidly for a quick kill against coyotes, groundhogs, rabbits, and other pest animals.
This ammunition is loaded in Ozark, Missouri using non-corrosive Boxer primers and reloadable brass cases.
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Hornady Frontier 5.56x45 68 Grain BTHP Match – 500 Rounds
$359.85Manufacturer Hornady Condition New Bullet Weight 68 Grain Bullet Type Hollow-Point Boat Tail (HP-BT) Use Type match or precision shooting, plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 500 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU FR310 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 10090255711605 Cost Per Round 72¢ per round Hornady teamed up with the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant to create this 5.56x45 Frontier cartridge. That means you get to benefit from the work of one of the finest military-grade ammunition producers in the whole world! This round’s brass casing is top notch stuff, the kind you can depend on to cycle efficiently and be of great value time and time again at your reloading bench. Lake City’s state of the industry loading process yielded an intensely reliable primer and propellant charge for this round as well, and their intensive quality assurance protocol ensured that everything came together perfectly for your hungry rifle.
Hornady would never let anyone else make one of their bullets, though -- that’s their forte. As such this round’s 68 grain projectile features its maker’s signature AMP jacket, which has virtually zero variation in its concentricity, as well as a swaged lead core, ballistically efficient boat tail, and perfectly centered hollow point meplat. This is a bullet that begs to be used in a competition, although for the round’s price tag you won’t mind doing whatever you like with it! -
Federal American Eagle 223 Rem 55 Grain FMJBT – 20 Rounds
$14.85Manufacturer Federal Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 20 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU AE223JX Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 604544671865 Cost Per Round 74.2¢ per round Is the rifle range anywhere in your near future? Heck, even if you own an AR-15 and have no intention of firing it anytime soon, you’d do right to have a few boxes of Federal’s American Eagle label 223 Rem ammo ready to go. This is one of America’s favorite solutions for target practice!
This 223 cartridge is loaded to standard M193 specifications: 55 grain FMJ bullet, 3,240 fps muzzle velocity. Federal’s FMJ additionally features a boat tail – a tapering base that mitigates in-flight drag to increase the amount of velocity the bullet can retain downrange. With its ballistic coefficient of 0.269, a bullet like this easily flies faster than 1,900 fps when it passes 400 yards!
This is military-grade ammo, but it was specifically produced for the civilian market. You will notice that its brass cases are visibly annealed. The discoloration is purely cosmetic, and indicates that the brass was heat-treated so it can expand to seal the chamber more efficiently and return to its original dimensions following ignition. Federal’s Boxer primers and propellant are both clean-burning and intensely reliable. Stock up now – ammo like this goes fast! -
Winchester USA 5.56x45 55 Grain FMJ M193 – 20 Rounds
$14.85Manufacturer Winchester Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 20 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU WM193K Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 020892201880 Cost Per Round 74.2¢ per round Twenty rounds. One magazine. This single box of 5.56x45 ammunition by Winchester is all you need to demonstrate your mastery of your AR-15 rifle – or save the day.
Winchester didn’t make this ammo for the military, but they did make it to the military’s M193 specifications. That means it has the 5.56’s traditional 55 grain FMJ bullet, which has a solid lead core and hard copper alloy jacket. This type of bullet is most popular for target shooting, although it’s not at all unsuitable for self-defense (it’s just not as effective as an expanding bullet like a soft point or polymer tip). This smooth-feeding bullet also features a cannelure, which keeps it right where it’s meant to be seated in its case.
That case is made of solid brass and has never before seen the light of day. You can see where its neck and shoulder were annealed, which is a heat-treatment process that makes brass more elastic. That’s why this ammo’s cases expand so reliably to seal the chamber during ignition, and also why they make great reloading components. This ammo is both nonmagnetic and non-corrosive for versatile and clean performance. -
Hornady Frontier 223 Rem 68 Grain BTHP Match – 500 Rounds
$374.85Manufacturer Hornady Condition New Bullet Weight 68 Grain Bullet Type Hollow-Point Boat Tail (HP-BT) Use Type match or precision shooting, plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 500 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU FR160 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 10090255711384 Cost Per Round 75¢ per round This 223 Rem ammo by Hornady Frontier is designed solely around accuracy. No varmint, predator or home intruder would sign up to get hit by its heavyweight 68 grain projectile, of course, but sharpshooters will find this ammo of especial value at the rifle range!
This cartridge showcases Hornady’s own BTHP Match bullet. Its Advanced Manufacturing Process jacket possesses virtually zero flaws in its concentricity, and its form-fitted swaged lead core only serves to further heighten its rotational stability. The BTHP Match’s secant ogive profile also promotes better balance, and alongside its tapered base ensures the bullet retains sufficient momentum to achieve an impressive 0.355 G1 ballistic coefficient.
This round’s 2,960 fps muzzle velocity was recorded using a 24” barrel. A 1:8” twist barrel is optimal for a 68 grain bullet like this, but you’ll certainly get by with a 1:9” or 1:7” twist as well. Although a hollow point by design, the BTHP Match is not engineered to deliver terminal expansion.
This Frontier label ammo is loaded with military-grade brass cases, Boxer primers and clean-burning powder. The cases are brand new, visibly annealed and perfect for handloading! -
Federal 223 Rem 50 Grain American Eagle JHP - 20 Rounds
$15.85Manufacturer Federal Condition New Bullet Weight 50 Grain Bullet Type Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP) Use Type plinking at the range, varmint hunting Casing Type Brass Quantity 20 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU AE223G Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 029465091026 Cost Per Round 79.2¢ per round If you own a .223 rifle and are looking for a highly-effective round for target shooting and small game hunting, then this cartridge is a great choice. This box of 20 jacketed hollow point rounds will give you the accuracy and performance you desire, whether you’re in the field or at the range.
The jacketed hollow ensures that you have the right performance and rapid expansion for hunting. High-volume varmint hunters will appreciate this lightweight and affordable load, which has a muzzle velocity of 3,325 feet per second and an energy of 1,227 foot pounds.
No matter what type of firearm you own, you can turn to Federal Premium Ammunition, as they have top-quality rounds for nearly every type of handgun, shotgun, and rifle. They also carry muzzleloading supplies. They have a well-earned reputation for quality and consistent performance, making them a favorite among both hunters and target shooters alike.
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Hornady Frontier 5.56x45 55 Grain FMJ M193 – 20 Rounds
$15.85Manufacturer Hornady Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 20 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU FR200 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 090255711394 Cost Per Round 79.2¢ per round This 5.56x45 cartridge represents an exciting partnership between Hornady, one of our country’s preeminent bullet manufacturers, and the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant, the U.S. Armed Forces’ largest producer of small arms ammo. Hornady crafted this M193 round its 55 grain projectile, and thus its uniform lead core is clad in a highly consistent full metal jacket. Its bullet’s symmetrical meplat and exceptional concentricity give this range load all the accuracy you need to enjoy rewarding practice with your rifle.
These rounds’ other components are all Lake City’s considerable doing. Their thoroughly standardized casings ensure seamless feeding and ejection as well as interchangeable performance, and their Boxer primers deliver reliable ignition and are non-corrosive. Lake City’s optimized production process and staggering output capacity have made these rounds very affordable given just how well made they are, and that Hornady subjected these rounds to their own unequaled quality assurance protocol means few others stand to be compared to them. -
Hornady Frontier 223 Rem 55 Grain HP Match – 20 Rounds
$15.85Manufacturer Hornady Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Hollow-Point (HP) Use Type match or precision shooting, plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 20 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU FR140 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 090255711349 Cost Per Round 79.2¢ per round This Frontier label 223 Rem ammunition by Hornady is great for all the long-distance shooters out there. It showcases the Nebraskan master’s HP Match, which is basically 55 grains of nothing but accuracy-enhancing features.
The HP Match’s swaged lead core is highly uniform, and doesn’t possess air pockets that could impact its balance. Its AMP jacket is drawn with virtually zero runout or variations in its wall thickness. The HP Match is also extremely sleek, from its narrow meplat to its secant ogive geometry to its sloping boat tail.
This round’s HP Match bursts out of a 24” barrel at a velocity of 3,240 fps. So well-balanced and streamlined a bullet exhibits a G1 BC of 0.254, and can be counted on to remain supersonic beyond 700 yards. Whether you’re shooting targets or varmints, so flat a trajectory is certain to come in very handy.
The Lake City Army Ammunition Plant loads this AR-15 ammo. Widener’s customers who can’t get enough brass are sure to find a good use for this ammo’s new production cases, which are visibly annealed and long-lasting. Lake City’s military-grade primers, propellant and loading practices deliver reliable performance however you shoot!Customer Reviews
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Available product, Great service, and fast delivery!!!
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I was very pleased with the ease in placing an order with Widener's. They had the product I was looking for, and they got it to me quickly. The ammo was of the highest caliber, and it worked flawlessly! Will return to this store, and I highly recommend them.
Review by christopher (Posted on 5/23/2021)
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Hornady Frontier 5.56x45mm 75 Grain BTHP Match – 500 Rounds
$409.85Manufacturer Hornady Condition New Bullet Weight 75 Grain Bullet Type Hollow-Point Boat Tail (HP-BT) Use Type match or precision shooting, plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 500 Ammo Caliber 5.56x45mm Manufacturer SKU FR320 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode SMQ18B849-001 Cost Per Round 82¢ per round Hornady’s Frontier line of ammunition is all about versatility. They boast, rightly, that a Frontier round is the one to reach for whether you would spend your afternoon plinking, target shooting, and training for law enforcement. It’s also in no way inadequate (and in fact excellent for) hunting and self-defense as well. Combined with its reasonable price, this one-size-fits-all brand is great for shooters who appreciate the opportunity to familiarize themselves with one cartridge’s performance as intimately as they can.
This 5.56x45mm cartridge features a 75 grain projectile. Its boat tail design greatly increases its ballistic coefficient to raise its accuracy, flatten its trajectory, and improve its performance in windy environments. Because the bullet is also a hollow point, it will expand to create a deep and wide wound channel in soft targets.
Frontier ammunition further offers reloadable brass casings and military grade Boxer primers and propellant. Hornady’s meticulous manufacturing process sees to it that each and every Frontier round is loaded to consistent specifications, and their quality assurance protocol ensures that they’re all flawless before exiting their factory’s doors.Customer Reviews
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Hot and accurate with minor quality issues...
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Tried this out in my 26", 8 twist, 223 Wylde bolt gun and was surprised to get .55-.65" groups. Even more amazed the velocity was 2916 fps with a 34 ES. This has to be at the hot end of the load data so be sure you have a rifle that can take it. Much cheaper, faster, and just as accurate as Magtech 77gr. Only negative was several rounds had some good dents in the shoulder area, so watch out for quality issues.
Review by Celltech (Posted on 2/23/2020)
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Federal LE Tactical TRU 223 Rem 55 Grain SP - 500 Rounds
$409.85Manufacturer Federal Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Soft-Point (SP) Use Type home defense Casing Type Brass Quantity 500 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU T223A Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 50029465095159 Cost Per Round 82¢ per round Law Enforcement personnel can rest easy with Federal Tactical 223 rounds designed for semi-automatic rifles, mostly the AR-15 or M-16. With no room for issues, these rounds match mil-quality specifications and primers for added strength and ideal functioning. Each cartridge is loaded with soft point projectiles for deeper penetration and carry a muzzle velocity of 3,220 feet per second.
With the needs of Law Enforcement Officers in mind, the 223 Rem loads are engineered for ultimate fragmenting and deeper penetration on the job. Federal is one of the oldest and most reputable players in the game. This ammunition comes in boxes of 20 rounds. When your life is on the line, go with the best. Shop in bulk today and save big!
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Hornady American Gunner 223 Rem 55 Grain HP – 500 Rounds
$419.85Manufacturer Hornady Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Hollow-Point (HP) Use Type plinking at the range, varmint hunting Casing Type Brass Quantity 500 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 80237 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 10090255802372 Cost Per Round 84¢ per round “Ten bullets through one hole.” Joyce Hornady's famous five words are inspirational, and they remain the basis for everything his company does over seven decades after he founded it.
This is Hornady’s American Gunner ammunition. Made in Nebraska. Premium reloadable brass cases. Super trustworthy primers. Propellant that won’t have you spending ages cleaning your rifle after target practice is over. Reliable functionality in all makes and models of firearms. These are all the patents of quality you should expect from any of Hornady’s fine ammo.
But the hollow point bullet is something extra special. That 55 grain projectile features a jacket with nigh perfect concentricity, which alongside its form-fitted rearward situated lead core ensures exemplary rotational stability and accuracy. So long as you don’t expect terminal expansion from the HP, it’s due to exceed your expectations.
Hornady recorded this round’s 3,240 fps muzzle velocity and its flat base bullet’s 0.254 G1 ballistic coefficient with a 24” test barrel. That translates to a trajectory which elevates 2.17” above the bore line while you’re aiming to 200 yards. -
PMC Bronze 223 Rem 55 Grain PSP - 20 Rounds
$16.85Manufacturer PMC Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Pointed Soft-Point (PSP) Use Type hunting boar, hunting whitetail deer, varmint hunting Casing Type Brass Quantity 20 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 223SP Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 741569040167 Cost Per Round 84.2¢ per round Whether your target of choice is coyote, boar, or paper targets, this .223 Remington ammunition from PMC will get the job done. These cartridges are ideal for AR-15s and other .223/5.56 NATO rifles.
Each round in this box of 20 fires a 55 grain soft point bullet at a muzzle velocity of 3,200 feet per second; this results in external ballistics comparable to those of M193 ball ammo. Once the projectile strikes the animal, however, the soft point rapidly expands into a "mushroom" with deadly effect.
PMC cartridges are loaded in South Korea using non-corrosive primers and reloadable brass cases.
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Hornady American Gunner 223 Rem 55 Grain HP – 50 Rounds
$42.85Manufacturer Hornady Condition New Bullet Weight 55 Grain Bullet Type Hollow-Point (HP) Use Type plinking at the range, varmint hunting Casing Type Brass Quantity 50 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 80237 Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 090255802375 Cost Per Round 85.7¢ per round There are three kinds of people in this country. The first don’t buy ammo. We won’t give them a name. The second do buy ammo. We call them “Americans.” The third buy ammo from Widener’s. We call them “True Americans.”
Which one are you?
If you’re a True American, then you’ll love Hornady’s American Gunner 223 Rem ammunition. It’s reliable as all get out in all sorts of firearms. It’s accurate to boot, because it’s loaded with Hornady’s premium 55 grain hollow point projectiles!
Now, don’t fire this ammo’s HP bullets expecting them to expand after striking a threat or a game animal. They only have nose cavities because their cores were created when Hornady injected liquid lead into their jackets. That process creates uniform and balanced cores, which is why this ammo’s bullets remain so stable in flight.
Hornady recorded this round’s 3,240 fps muzzle velocity and 0.254 G1 ballistic coefficient with a 24” barrel. By their measure, the bullet will clear a 200-yard zero at a velocity of 2,403 fps, and then proceed to drop to -7.6” at 300.
Each American Gunner cartridge features a brand new brass case. A perfect pick for any kind of handloading project you’re cooking up! -
Fiocchi Extrema 223 Rem 50 Grain V-MAX – 200 Rounds
$175.85Manufacturer Fiocchi Condition New Bullet Weight 50 Grain Bullet Type V-MAX Use Type varmint hunting Casing Type Brass Quantity 200 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU 223FHVA Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 762344863436 Cost Per Round 87.9¢ per round Varmint hunters will appreciate the accuracy and lethality of this .223 Remington ammunition from Fiocchi. These cartridges feature Hornady V-MAX bullets that produce explosive fragmentation to take down everything from squirrels to coyotes quickly and efficiently.
This ammo comes packaged in a reusable Plano ammo can containing 200 cartridges. Each round fires a 50-grain version of the V-MAX polymer-tipped hollow point bullet at a muzzle velocity of 3,300 feet per second.
These cartridges are loaded at Fiocchi of America in Ozark, Missouri; the bullets are made by Hornady in Grand Island, Nebraska. This ammunition uses non-corrosive Boxer primers and reloadable brass cases. -
Federal American Eagle 223 Rem 62 Grain FMJ-BT – 20 Rounds
$18.45Manufacturer Federal Condition New Bullet Weight 62 Grain Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT) Use Type plinking at the range Casing Type Brass Quantity 20 Ammo Caliber 223 Remington Manufacturer SKU AE223N Primer Type Boxer Magnetic No UPC Barcode 029465093488 Cost Per Round 92.2¢ per round These .223 Remington rounds from Federal's American Eagle line represent some of the highest quality available before stepping into the premium price pool. Each cartridge is assembled using a reloadable brass casing fitted with a non-corrosive Boxer primer and complimented by primer pocket sealant which guards against moisture.
The rounds are topped by 62 grain full metal jacket projectiles with boat tails (FMJ-BT) which reduce in-flight drag for increased range and precision. 62 grains is a common weight for the caliber, especially in its 5.56mm NATO configuration, and is amply supported by endless amounts of ballistic software, sight sets, and proven zeroing methods. In addition, each casing is crimped to each bullets' toothed cannelure in order to prevent projectile setback which can spoil accuracy at best and induce a misfire or malfunction at worst.