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The Hornady Black .223 Remington 62-grain FMJ delivers the kind of dependable performance that works across nearly any rifle configuration you might own. Whether you're running a direct impingement system, gas piston operation, short-barreled setup, or longer rifle, this round cycles consistently without hiccups. The 62-grain bullet weight closely mirrors military M855 specifications, hitting targets at 3,100 feet per second with a muzzle energy of 1,323 foot-pounds.
Hornady designed this load specifically to handle both suppressed and unsuppressed fire across various barrel lengths. The clean-burning propellant technology produces a 15 to 20 percent temperature reduction compared to conventional powders, which translates to less muzzle flash and reduced heat signature inside a suppressor during extended shooting sessions. If you run a can, this matters. Real-world feedback shows noticeably reduced flash even without a suppressor, and the ammunition won't foul up your silencer during longer courses of fire.
This line uses premium components throughout: high-quality brass casings with Boxer primers (ideal for reloading), carefully selected propellants, and rigorously tested bullets. The 62-grain FMJ projectile maintains a ballistic coefficient of 0.274 (G1), giving it decent down-range stability. Customer reports consistently mention solid accuracy for factory ammunition and reliable feeding across multiple platform types. The ammunition functions in bolt-action rifles too, though it was specifically optimized with semi-automatic systems in mind.
Made in the USA, these 20-round boxes give you ammunition that won't force you to choose between reliability and capability. From target practice to training days to duty use, the round performs its role without making you think about whether it'll feed or fire. The FMJ design means it won't expand on impact, keeping penetration consistent and predictable.
Yes. This ammunition is specifically engineered to function reliably in direct impingement systems, gas piston platforms, and bolt-action rifles. It performs across various barrel lengths from carbine to rifle configurations without requiring platform-specific adjustments. The 62-grain FMJ load mirrors military specifications and cycles consistently in modern sporting rifles.
Absolutely. Hornady Black ammunition features clean-burning propellant technology that reduces muzzle temperature by 15 to 20 percent, which minimizes flash and reduces heat inside the suppressor. Real-world reports show the ammunition produces noticeably less flash than standard loads and won't foul your can during extended shooting sessions, making it ideal for suppressed platforms.
Yes, these rounds come loaded in quality brass cases with standard Boxer primers, making them suitable for reloading. The consistent performance and premium components also support reloading as a cost-effective option for high-volume shooters.
This ammunition delivers better accuracy than typical bulk factory rounds. The 62-grain FMJ maintains solid consistency thanks to premium components and optimized ballistics. While not match-grade ammunition, it produces tight groups from quality rifles and consistently outperforms other general-purpose factory loads across various platforms.
| Bullet Weight (Grains) | 62 |
|---|---|
| Caliber/Gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 1.00 |
| Grains | 62Gr |
| Length | 4.5000 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 80234 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Full Metal Jacket |
| Safety | Centerfire |
| Shipping Weight | 0.585 |
| Sights | Centerfire |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 090255802344 |
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