.223 match grade options
| Product Line | Grain | Bullet | Count | Typical CPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hornady Black | 75gr | BTHP | 20 | $0.55—0.75 |
| Federal Gold Medal | 69gr | Sierra MK | 20 | $0.70—1.00 |
What to know
Heavy-bullet .223 (69—77gr) requires 1:7 or 1:8 twist barrels. The .223 Remington headstamp is more common on match ammo than 5.56 NATO since precision loads are manufactured to SAAMI spec. See also 5.56 match grade for 77gr options.