Description
Double Tap's .223 Remington 62-grain load is fresh ammunition made in-house at their Cedar City, Utah facility using all new components. Unlike surplus stock, this is built to match-grade standards specifically engineered for shooters who demand reliable performance on the line.
The 62-grain SS109 full metal jacket boat tail projectile gives you several advantages. The heavier bullet weight compared to standard 55-grain loads provides better wind drift resistance for longer distance shooting, while the boat tail profile reduces drag and improves trajectory stability downrange. You get the same military-spec projectile used in M855 ammunition but in fresh, quality-controlled loading.
Double Tap 223 FMJ-BT: Built for Consistent Grouping
If extended range accuracy is your goal, Double Tap engineered this load to deliver. The boat tail design and match-grade powder charge work together to shoot predictable groups at 200, 300, and beyond. Many of us who spend time testing ammunition on steel find that consistent velocity and reliable feeding make all the difference in telling what a rifle really does. This load holds up under that kind of scrutiny.
62 Grain Load: Practical for AR-15 and Modern Rifles
The 62-grain weight sits right in that sweet spot for modern AR-pattern rifles with standard 1-9 twist barrels. You get solid ballistics without needing a faster twist, and the heavier bullet carries energy further downrange than lighter loads. A lot of practical shooters prefer this weight for a balance of velocity, stability, and shootable groups out to 300 yards and beyond.
Packaging comes in convenient 50-round boxes or bulk 500-round cases. Whether you're working up a load, running through a practice session, or testing your rifle's true potential, the case quantities let you shoot enough to get real data.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Double Tap Ammunition
- Manufacturer Part Number: 223R62T50
- UPC: 091037349873
- Caliber: .223 Remington / 5.56 NATO
- Bullet Weight: 62 Grains
- Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJ-BT)
- Bullet Design: SS109 Steel Penetrator Projectile
- Rounds Per Box: 50
- Rounds Per Case: 500 (10 boxes)
- Muzzle Velocity: 3200 FPS
- Muzzle Energy: 1410 ft-lbs
- Ammunition Type: Match-Grade Target Load
- Component Condition: New Production
What’s Included
- 50 rounds of Double Tap .223 Remington 62gr FMJ ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Double Tap's 62-grain FMJ work in my AR-15?
Yes. This 62-grain load cycles reliably in AR-15s and modern .223 rifles. The boat tail design and weight work well with standard 1-9 twist barrels, and the FMJ bullet feeds smoothly from magazine to chamber without reliability issues.
What's the difference between this 62-grain load and standard 55-grain FMJ?
The 62-grain bullet weighs more, which means it carries energy further downrange and resists wind drift better at distance. This makes it a better choice for longer-range target work. Double Tap engineered this specific load to group consistently, and many range shooters find they need less powder to achieve match-grade accuracy with the heavier bullet.
Is this the same as military M855 ammunition?
This uses the same SS109 steel penetrator projectile as military M855, but Double Tap loads it as match-grade ammunition with new components. It's built to higher quality control standards than mil-spec surplus and performs better for precision target work.
Can I reload these brass cases?
Yes. The ammunition uses boxer-primed brass that's reloadable. Many target shooters buy full cases to practice load development and reuse the brass to keep range costs down over time.





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