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Fort Scott Munitions brings their signature Tumble Upon Impact technology to the .223 Remington in a 55-grain solid copper load built for versatility across hunting, target shooting, and defensive applications. The TUI design is what sets this ammunition apart from standard .223 options. When the solid copper bullet strikes tissue, it's engineered to tumble end-over-end rather than continue point-forward, creating a much larger wound channel and transferring energy more efficiently than traditional designs.
Each 55-grain projectile is precision machined from a solid copper billet using CNC lathes, which gives the ammunition exceptional consistency shot to shot. Unlike traditional ammunition with a lead core and copper jacket, this solid copper construction allows for better weight retention upon impact and eliminates concerns about lead exposure at the range. You're getting tight tolerances on every round, meaning your accuracy stays consistent through a full magazine or box.
With a muzzle velocity of 3,211 fps and muzzle energy of 1,259 ft-lbs, this round delivers flat trajectories and hard-hitting power at extended ranges. The TUI technology ensures that damage is concentrated internally with minimal external trauma, making it effective for hunting applications while also serving defensive purposes. The bullet travels straight through initial contact, then begins to tumble once it reaches water-based tissue, creating extensive wound cavities that result in reliable, ethical terminal performance.
Each box contains 20 rounds loaded in reloadable brass casings with standard primers. Fort Scott manufactures everything in-house at their Kansas facility, so quality control is consistent across every cartridge. The ammunition is lead-free, which matters if you're hunting in areas with lead ammunition restrictions or just prefer to minimize range cleanup. If you've been shooting different ammunition types, clean your barrel before and after switching to solid copper rounds to prevent fouling buildup.
TUI stands for Tumble Upon Impact. Once the solid copper bullet strikes water-based tissue, it's engineered to rotate end-over-end rather than travel point-forward. This tumbling action creates a much larger wound channel and concentrates damage internally instead of at the point of entry. The result is more effective terminal performance compared to standard designs that don't tumble.
Yes. The 55-grain TUI load is versatile enough for hunting medium-sized game and defensive applications. The solid copper construction and tumbling effect make it effective in both scenarios. However, always verify that your intended use aligns with your local regulations and your firearm's capabilities.
Fort Scott TUI .223 Rem ammunition is compatible with any rifle chambered in .223 Remington or 5.56 NATO. The cartridge feeds from standard magazines and works with typical bolt carrier groups. If you've been shooting different ammunition types beforehand, clean your barrel thoroughly before and after switching to solid copper rounds to prevent fouling.
Yes. Fort Scott uses quality brass casings that are reloadable. Inspect the cases after firing for any damage to the primer pocket or case walls, and follow standard safe reloading practices for full-length sizing, which is recommended for use in semi-automatic rifles.
| Caliber/Gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 1.30 |
| Grains | 55 gr |
| Length | 5.0500 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 223055SCV |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 753677048287 |
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