Hornady 223 REM 55 GR SP Centrefire Ammo - 250 Round Can
Hornady 223 REM 55 GR SP Centrefire Ammo - 250 Round Can
- Calibre: .223 REM
- Bullet Grain Weight: 55 Grains
- Bullet Style: Soft Point
- Muzzle Velocity: 3240 Feet per Second
- Muzzle Energy: 1282 Foot Pounds
- Case Type: Brass
- Reloadable: True
- Ballistic Coefficient G1: 0.235
- Sectional Density: 0.157
- Rounds Per Can: 250
A solid 250-round bulk pack of Hornady 223 REM 55 GR SP Centrefire Ammo is a practical choice for licensed hunters, pest controllers, and range shooters who demand consistent performance without compromising on quality. Hornady's Custom line is factory-loaded to premium standards, with every round hand-inspected before packaging to ensure the kind of quality control you'd expect from a boutique reloader, not a mass-market manufacturer. The 55 grain soft point projectile strikes a genuine balance between controlled expansion and adequate penetration, making it well-suited to varmint work and mid-sized feral animals including foxes, rabbits, and feral pigs. Loaded with temperature-stable powder featuring a flash suppressant, and seated over a small rifle Boxer primer in a reloadable brass case, this is ammunition that earns its keep whether you're running it through a bolt-action or a semi-auto platform.
Hornady 223 REM 55 GR SP Centrefire Ammo - 250 Round Can Key Features
- Calibre and Load: .223 REM, 55 grain soft point projectile. A versatile combination for varminting and pest control on small to mid-sized game.
- Muzzle Velocity: 3,240 feet per second (987 m/s). Delivers a flat trajectory well-suited to field shooting at practical hunting distances.
- Muzzle Energy: 1,282 foot-pounds (1,738 joules). Enough energy on target for effective terminal performance on varmints and feral animals.
- Bullet Style: Soft point with secant ogive design. The SP construction promotes reliable, controlled expansion on impact, while the secant ogive geometry reduces drag and improves ballistic efficiency for flatter shooting.
- Ballistic Coefficient (G1): 0.235. A workable BC for the .223 calibre at this projectile weight, helping retain velocity and resist wind drift at field ranges.
- Sectional Density: 0.157. Reflects the projectile's mass-to-diameter ratio, contributing to adequate penetration on small to medium-sized pests and game.
- Cannelured and Crimped Projectile: The bullet is mechanically crimped to the case via a cannelure groove, preventing bullet setback during feeding. This makes it reliable in semi-automatic rifles with magazine feeding.
- Case Type: Reloadable brass, Boxer-primed with a small rifle primer. Spent cases can be processed and reloaded for handloaders looking to get additional value from quality brass.
- Temperature-Stable Powder with Flash Suppressant: Consistent velocities across varied ambient temperatures, with reduced muzzle flash signature.
- Recommended Twist Rate: Best terminal performance achieved in barrels with a 1:7" (1:17.8cm) to 1:12" (1:30.5cm) twist rate. Compatible with most standard .223 REM barrels.
- Bulk Pack Quantity: 250 rounds per can. Practical for extended pest control operations or range sessions without the cost of individually boxed ammunition.
- Quality Control: Every round is hand-inspected before packaging as part of Hornady's Custom-grade manufacturing process.
For hunters and pest controllers running .223 REM rifles across a range of scenarios, this 250-round can of Hornady Custom soft point ammunition offers genuine factory-grade quality at a practical bulk quantity. Consistent velocities, reliable feeding, and reloadable brass make it a sound investment for anyone who shoots regularly.
What type of game is this Hornady 223 REM 55 GR SP ammo suitable for?
This ammunition is suited to small, mid-size, and medium to large game, and is also effective against nuisance varmints and feral hogs. The 55 grain Soft Point bullet is designed to balance expansion and penetration, making it a versatile choice for hunters targeting a range of game sizes in Australian conditions.
What barrel length and rifling twist rate does this ammo perform best with?
Hornady recommends a barrel length of 14.5 inches or longer for reliable performance, and best terminal results are achieved with a rifling twist rate between 1:7" and 1:12". Most standard .223 REM rifles fall within this range, so it's compatible with a wide variety of centrefire rifles commonly used in Australia.
Are these rounds reloadable, and what case and primer type do they use?
Yes, the brass cases are fully reloadable. Each round uses a small rifle Boxer primer, which is the standard type required for reloading. This makes the 250-round can a practical choice for handloaders looking to get additional value from their brass after the initial firing.
Are these rounds suitable for use in semi-automatic rifles?
Yes, the bullets are both cannelured and crimped, specifically to ensure reliable feeding and function in semi-automatic rifles. Combined with temperature-stable powder and consistent velocities, this makes them a dependable option for semi-auto platforms chambered in .223 REM used for hunting or pest control.
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