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.223 Ammo | Fenix Ammo

Shop .223 ammo that comes straight off the press in Novi, Michigan, with factory direct pricing and no dealer in the middle. Volume shooters have 55 and 62 grain FMJBT in 250 round bags, varmint hunters get the 55 grain FXP VMAX, and precision shooters reach for the 75 grain FXP HPBT. All four carry the full .223 Remington/5.56mm product labeling, and the cards below always show the live price.

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.223 Remington/5.56mm 62gr FMJBT (250 ct.)
.223 Remington/5.56mm 62gr FMJBT (250 ct.)
$125.00
.223 Remington/5.56mm 75gr FXP (HPBT) (100 ct.)
.223 Remington/5.56mm 75gr FXP (HPBT) (100 ct.)
$94.50
.223 Remington/5.56mm 55gr FMJBT (250 ct.)
.223 Remington/5.56mm 55gr FMJBT (250 ct.)
$115.00
.223 Remington/5.56mm 55gr FXP (VMAX) (100 ct.)
.223 Remington/5.56mm 55gr FXP (VMAX) (100 ct.)
$93.75 Sold out

Picking 223 Ammo for Your Rifle

Think about the target before the bag. Steel and paper at ordinary carbine distances are 55 grain FMJBT territory, and the 62 grain FMJBT adds bullet weight without changing the 250 count format. Prairie dogs and similar varmints justify the VMAX and its expanding polymer tip. Group shooting at distance is where the 75 grain HPBT earns its 100 count price. Bolt gun owners are welcome here too; the same weights that train an AR shoot clean groups from a scoped .223 at the bench.

Grain Weight Without the Jargon

A .223 bullet's weight shapes how it flies. The 55 grain options are quick and flat over typical range distances. The 62 grain holds a little more energy downrange, and the 75 grain match projectile is the steadiest of the group in wind, provided your twist rate can stabilize it. When in doubt, shoot a box of each weight and keep the target that impresses you. Weight also nudges your zero, so re-confirm point of impact whenever you switch between the 55, 62, and 75 grain loads.

Training Loads and Precision Loads

The two FMJBT loads exist to be shot in volume: full metal jacket construction, boat tail base, 250 rounds a bag. The FXP pair exists for specific jobs, VMAX for varmints and HPBT for match style precision, and both come 100 to a bag. Split your budget accordingly; most shooters burn ten training rounds for every precision round. The 250 count bags keep your skills budget honest, which is exactly what lets you afford the specialty rounds when the job calls for them.

100 and 250 Count Packs of 223

Pack count is the quiet price lever. Divide the live card price by rounds in the bag and the 250 count FMJBT loads always post the better number, which is the point of buying training ammo big. The 100 count FXP loads cost more per round because the projectiles cost more to make. Both numbers are one division away from every product card. If your range trips are irregular, err toward the big FMJBT bags; sealed packs keep, and the per round savings never expire.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I shoot this 223 ammo in a 5.56 rifle?

Our bags are labeled .223 Remington/5.56mm. Whether your rifle chambers one or both is determined by its barrel marking and manufacturer guidance, so check those before you load anything.

Which 223 load should a new AR owner start with?

The 55 grain FMJBT 250 count pack. It is the standard training weight, the best value here, and it will tell you quickly how your rifle likes to run.

What is the 55 grain VMAX for?

Varmint hunting and any job that wants rapid expansion on light targets. The polymer tipped projectile is the specialist of this lineup.

Is the 75 grain HPBT a defensive load?

No, it is a match style projectile built for consistency at distance. Treat it as a precision tool and check your barrel twist can stabilize the extra weight.

Why are two loads 250 count and two loads 100 count?

Training loads are packed big because you shoot them in volume. Specialty FXP projectiles are packed at 100 because a session of varmint or precision work simply uses fewer rounds.