Hornady Superformance .223 Rem 50gr CX Rifle Ammo

Description

Superformance ammunition does something most shooters want but few actually achieve: it squeezes more speed out of your barrel without punishing you or your rifle. This .223 Remington load pairs Hornady's proprietary Superformance propellants with the advanced CX bullet to produce velocities up to 200 fps faster than standard factory ammunition while staying safely within SAAMI pressure limits.

The real advantage here is what that extra velocity does downrange. Flatter trajectories mean less holdover at distance, wind drift decreases noticeably, and the bullet carries more energy when it matters. For varmint work or precision shooting where every yard counts, that matters. You get all this without feeling sharper recoil or dealing with temperature-sensitive performance. Consistent propellants and premium brass casings keep groups tight across a full magazine or case.

What Makes the CX Bullet Work

Hornady's CX (Copper alloy eXpanding) represents a real evolution from their previous monolithic designs. The bullet is crafted from a copper-zinc alloy that won't separate, holding 95 percent of its weight through the shot. The Heat Shield tip resists aerodynamic heating and provides the kind of consistent ballistic coefficient that matters on longer shots. Improved groove geometry reduces fouling while maximizing aerodynamic efficiency, letting the bullet retain velocity farther downrange.

Superformance Propellants Built for .223

Hornady didn't just load faster powder and call it a day. Their Superformance propellants are custom-blended for each specific cartridge, creating an acceleration curve that extends velocity gain from the firing pin through the muzzle exit. The result is a round that's safe in all firearm types, including semi-automatic rifles, without sacrificing accuracy or pressurizing your chamber. Twenty rounds come in a reloadable brass case with non-corrosive primers, ready for the range or field.