Discover the precision and power of Hornady Custom 80275 223REM 55 Grain Soft Point Rifle Ammo, the go-to choice for hunters and shooters seeking reliable performance in a compact 50-round box. Engineered for varmint control and medium-game hunting, this ammunition delivers exceptional accuracy and controlled expansion, ensuring ethical harvests and confident shots every time. Whether you’re lining up varmints at the range or pursuing game in the field, this 223 Remington ammo combines Hornady’s legendary quality with ballistic efficiency to elevate your shooting experience.
Key Features
- 55 Grain Soft Point Bullet: Designed for rapid expansion upon impact, providing deep penetration and maximum energy transfer to take down targets humanely without excessive meat damage.
- High-Velocity Performance: Achieves a muzzle velocity of 3240 fps, offering flat trajectories for longer-range shots and improved accuracy in dynamic hunting scenarios.
- InterLock Ring Technology: Hornady’s proprietary design retains the core and jacket together, ensuring consistent mushrooming and weight retention for reliable terminal ballistics.
- Premium Brass Cases: Reloadable and corrosion-resistant, these cases ensure smooth feeding in semi-auto rifles like AR-15s and bolt-actions alike.
- Consistent Quality: Each round is meticulously inspected to meet Hornady’s strict standards, reducing misfires and enhancing reliability during extended sessions.
Specifications
- Caliber: .223 Remington
- Bullet Weight: 55 grains
- Bullet Style: Jacketed Soft Point (JSP)
- Muzzle Velocity: 3240 feet per second
- Muzzle Energy: 1282 foot-pounds
- Quantity per Box: 50 rounds
- Ballistic Coefficient: Optimized for varmint and predator hunting
Why Choose This Product
In the world of 223 Remington ammunition, the Hornady Custom 55 Grain Soft Point stands out by addressing common shooter challenges like inconsistent expansion and limited effective range. This ammo solves these pain points with its proven InterLock design, which promotes uniform performance across various rifles, minimizing group sizes and boosting hit probability. Ideal for varmint hunters targeting coyotes or prairie dogs, it delivers the knockdown power needed for quick, clean kills while being versatile enough for plinking or defensive practice. Unlike full metal jacket options, the soft point excels in tissue disruption, making it a superior choice for ethical hunting without compromising on speed or accuracy.
Stock up on this essential 223REM soft point ammo today and experience the difference Hornady’s innovation brings to your next outing. Perfect for tactical enthusiasts and seasoned hunters alike, it’s the ammunition that turns good shots into great ones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Hornady Custom 55 Grain Soft Point ammo compatible with AR-15 rifles?
A: Yes, this .223 Remington ammunition is fully compatible with AR-15 platforms and other rifles chambered in .223 Rem, offering reliable cycling and feeding for semi-automatic use.
Q: What types of game is this ammo best suited for?
A: It’s optimized for varmint and small to medium game like coyotes, foxes, and rabbits, providing controlled expansion and sufficient energy for humane harvests at typical hunting distances.
Q: How does soft point ammo differ from FMJ for 223 Remington?
A: Soft point bullets expand on impact for better terminal performance in hunting, while FMJ is non-expanding and ideal for target practice; this version bridges both with hunting-focused design.
