The Hornady Black 223 Rem 62gr Full Metal Jacket ammunition delivers consistent performance for high-volume shooting applications. This military-style loading provides reliable feeding and extraction across AR-15 platforms and bolt-action rifles chambered in 223 Remington.
What Makes This Different
Hornady Black ammunition utilizes military-spec components including Lake City brass cases and clean-burning propellants optimized for semi-automatic firearms. The 62-grain FMJ projectile matches M855 specifications while delivering superior consistency compared to standard military surplus ammunition. Each cartridge undergoes quality control testing to ensure uniform velocity and pressure specifications.
Key Features
- 62-grain Full Metal Jacket bullet for reliable penetration and feeding
- Lake City brass cases for consistent extraction and reloading potential
- Clean-burning powder reduces fouling in gas systems
- Boxer-primed cases enable easy reloading
- Military-spec loading matches M855 ballistic performance
- Factory-fresh ammunition with consistent quality control
- Compatible with 223 Remington and 5.56 NATO chambers
This loading performs reliably in both carbine-length and rifle-length gas systems, cycling consistently through various AR-15 configurations. The 62-grain bullet weight provides effective performance for training, competition, and general shooting applications. The FMJ construction ensures reliable expansion through semi-automatic actions while maintaining accuracy standards suitable for precision shooting at extended ranges.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 223 Remington
- Bullet Weight: 62 grains
- Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)
- Case Material: Lake City brass
- Primer: Boxer-primed
- Muzzle Velocity: Approximately 3,020 fps
- Quantity: 20 rounds per box
- Manufacturer: Hornady Manufacturing
Hornady Black represents a premium alternative to military surplus ammunition while maintaining the reliability shooters demand from high-volume ammunition. The consistent manufacturing standards and quality components justify the investment for serious shooters who require dependable performance from their ammunition supply.