$28.99
8 in stock
Online inventory may differ from in-store availability.
Quick turnaround so you get your gear sooner.
Trusted checkout with industry-standard protection.
Keeping Traditions Alive Since 1953
Secure Transactions provided with 
Winchester Varmint X ammunition has earned its reputation among predator and varmint hunters who demand consistent, reliable performance in the field. The 55-grain Extreme Point polymer-tipped bullet is engineered to deliver massive impact trauma through its thin alloy jacket and soft lead core combination that fragments on contact. This design promotes quick energy transfer while maintaining the sleek bullet profile necessary for accuracy at extended ranges.
With a muzzle velocity of 3,240 fps and a ballistic coefficient of 0.246, this load provides the flat trajectory needed for medium-range varmint work. The Extreme Point polymer tip doesn't just look sleek, it serves a real purpose by maximizing velocity retention and promoting rapid expansion when the bullet meets its target. Real-world testing shows the ammunition delivers consistent accuracy with minimal velocity variation, and most users report group sizes around 1.5 inches at 100 yards without complaint.
These rounds come in brass cases with Boxer primers, which means you can reload and use them again after firing. If you're serious about volume shooting or want to stretch your ammunition budget over multiple seasons, the reloadable cases give you that flexibility that cheaper non-reloadable options don't offer.
Whether you're working prairie dogs, coyotes, or doing general predator control, the Varmint X line has proven itself effective out to reasonable hunting distances. The mild recoil and flat trajectory make it manageable to shoot all day without fatigue, and the fragmenting bullet design ensures you won't have any runners. Each box contains 20 cartridges, which gives you a practical quantity for either a dedicated hunting trip or an afternoon at the range testing different loads.
Yes. These rounds come with brass cases and Boxer primers, both of which are reloadable. This makes them a good option if you want to reload and reuse the brass after firing. Just follow standard reloading practices and your brass should last through multiple reloadings.
With a muzzle velocity of 3,240 fps and a flat trajectory, the Winchester Varmint X 55-grain load is effective out to reasonable hunting distances, typically 100-250 yards depending on your specific rifle and conditions. The fragmenting bullet design makes it particularly effective at these ranges for prairie dogs and other small varmints.
The polymer tip serves multiple purposes: it promotes rapid expansion upon impact, maximizes ballistic efficiency for better velocity retention downrange, and helps maintain a sleek bullet profile for improved accuracy. This combination delivers the explosive fragmentation that makes the round effective on varmints.
Yes. The .223 Remington chambering is the standard for AR-15 platforms, and this ammunition will function reliably in properly maintained rifles. The 55-grain weight is a classic AR load that performs well with standard 1:8 or 1:9 barrel twists commonly found on modern AR-15s.
| Caliber/Gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
|---|---|
| Cost per Round | 1.45 |
| Grains | 55 gr |
| Length | 4.4000 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | X223PXP |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 020892233294 |
You must be logged in to post a review.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.