.223 Rem.

Introduced in 1964, the .223 Remington has earned a place as one of the most widely adopted rifle cartridges among hunters, target shooters, and tactical marksmen. Originally developed for use in the AR-15 platform, this lightweight, high-velocity round is now an industry staple thanks to its remarkable blend of accuracy, power, and versatility. Highly favored for varmint and small game hunting, the .223 Remington delivers flat trajectories and minimal recoil, making it an ideal choice for precision shooting at medium distances. Its performance in short-barreled rifles is particularly impressive, offering consistent accuracy and effective terminal ballistics for coyotes, foxes, prairie dogs, and more. One of the key advantages of the .223 Remington is its compatibility with 5.56x45mm NATO-chambered firearms. While not identical, .223 Remington rounds can be safely fired from most rifles chambered for 5.56mm, offering shooters greater flexibility without changing firearms or magazines—an important factor for range days, training sessions, or dynamic field use. Available in a wide range of bullet styles and weights, from hollow points to polymer tips, the .223 Remington caters to reloaders and commercial buyers alike. Whether you're zeroing in on pests from a bench rest or tuning your AR-15 for tactical performance, the .223 Remington stands out as a dependable, accurate, and efficient cartridge for diverse shooting applications.