Federal Fusion MSR .223 Rem 62gr Soft Point Rifle Ammo

Description

Federal built the Fusion MSR specifically for AR-15 platforms and other modern sporting rifles, especially those with shorter barrels where velocity matters. Every component works together to give you the performance you need without the premium price tag.

The bullet itself is what makes this round stand out. It features a bonded, pressure-formed core surrounded by a molecularly-fused jacket that's incredibly uniform. That bonding ensures the jacket and core stay together during expansion, giving you consistent terminal performance on game. The bullet is also a boat tail design, which helps with both accuracy and trajectory.

Fusion MSR Design for AR Rifles

Federal engineered the propellant to burn clean and produce minimal flash, which matters if you're shooting in low light conditions. The faster-burning powder generates good velocity even through shorter barrels, so a 16-inch barrel gets performance closer to what you'd expect from a full-length rifle. The primer used here is Federal's tougher GM205R, which is less sensitive than standard primers to prevent accidental firing with free-floating AR firing pins. The brass case head is harder and the primers are staked for extra retention.

What You're Getting in This Load

With a muzzle velocity of 2,750 fps and 1,041 foot-pounds of energy, this round delivers the kind of power you need for hunting medium-sized game from your MSR. The 62-grain weight gives you more energy and better penetration than lighter loads without sacrificing the speed that makes short-barreled rifles viable. The ballistic coefficient of 0.31 means this round holds velocity and fights wind reasonably well downrange.

Fusion MSR has built a solid reputation among folks who hunt with AR platforms and need ammunition that's reliable, accurate, and doesn't break the bank. It feeds smoothly, fires consistently, and the bonded bullet design means you get good expansion across a wide range of impact velocities.