Hornady Custom 223 Remington 55 Grain Spire Point Rifle Ammunition (MPN: 80255)
Product Description
Whether managing varmint infestations in rural pastures or engaging in high-intensity tactical carbine training, marksmen require a cartridge that bridges the gap between match-grade accuracy and devastating terminal performance. Standard full metal jacket (FMJ) ammunition frequently overpenetrates without dumping energy, while fragile varmint rounds can fail to cycle reliably or lack the structural penetration needed for medium-sized predators. Hornady resolves this real-world issue with their Custom line 223 Remington 55-grain Spire Point load, delivering a multi-purpose premium cartridge that feeds flawlessly in modern semi-automatic rifles and provides exceptional terminal shock on impact.
At the absolute core of this load is Hornady’s legendary Spire Point (SP) projectile. The bullet’s profile integrates an aerodynamic secant ogive shape with an exposed lead tip, giving it a flat trajectory that minimizes wind drift over mid-to-long distances while guaranteeing rapid, controlled expansion upon target contact. Every cartridge is loaded into first-run, thick-walled virgin brass cases that are tightly inspected for maximum dimensional uniformity and concentricity. Paired with non-corrosive, highly sensitive Boxer primers and clean-burning propellants specifically metered to minimize velocity variance, this load ensures clean ignition and leaves behind premium components highly valued at the reloading bench.
On the range and out in the brush, this 55-grain Spire Point load functions with absolute mechanical authority across AR-15 platforms, mini-rifles, and precision bolt-actions. Leaving the muzzle at a lightning-fast 3,240 FPS with 1,282 ft-lbs of kinetic energy, it yields the identical sight-picture tracking and low recoil impulse needed to execute fast follow-up shots or string together tight clusters on paper. The soft-point design prevents dangerous target ricochets common with hardball ammo when shooting steel silhouettes, making it an incredibly flexible, range-ready cartridge for defensive tactics, farm management, or recreational mastery.
*Armorer Bench Notes & Shipping Restrictions: Centerfire rifle ammunition acquisition regulations strictly apply. All buyers must be 21 years of age or older and assume total legal compliance with all federal, state, and local ordinances. Due to standard freight transit rules, ammunition cannot be shipped via air or delivered to Alaska, Hawaii, or US territories. Deliveries heading to California and New York must route directly through a licensed FFL dealer or registered ammunition vendor. Residents of Illinois must provide a valid FOID card alongside a matching state ID prior to order processing, and local delivery prohibitions impact specific jurisdictions within Illinois (including Chicago), Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Washington D.C. Technical Notice: This is a standard-pressure .223 Remington load, meaning it is entirely safe to shoot in firearms chambered for .223 Remington, 5.56x45mm NATO, or .223 Wylde. Keep your weapon's gas system clean to ensure continuous semi-automatic cycling.
Key Features
- **Aerodynamic Spire Point Bullet:** The 55-grain SP design pairs a flat-shooting secant ogive profile with an exposed lead tip for devastating energy transfer.
- **Versatile Application Profile:** Highly optimized for both varmint hunting and tactical carbine range work, preventing the overpenetration risks of FMJ ammo.
- **Custom-Metered Propellants:** Powder charges are custom-blended for the specific 55-grain projectile mass to maximize velocity while maintaining safe, uniform chamber pressures.
- **Premium Virgin Brass Casings:** Hand-selected brass cases extract smoothly and deliver superior wall longevity across multiple reloading bench cycles.
- **50-Round Packaging Efficiency:** Arranged cleanly in a sturdy 50-round tray block, offering a higher volume layout than traditional 20-round rifle packaging.
Product Specifications
- **Brand:** Hornady Ammunition
- **Product Line:** Hornady Custom
- **Caliber:** .223 Remington
- **Bullet Weight:** 55 Grain
- **Bullet Type:** Spire Point (SP)
- **Muzzle Velocity:** 3,240 FPS
- **Muzzle Energy:** 1,282 ft-lbs
- **Casing Material:** Brass
- **Primer Type:** Small Rifle, Boxer (Reloadable, Non-Corrosive)
- **MPN:** 80255
- **UPC:** 090255802559
- **Box Quantity:** 50 Rounds
