To develop the accompanying handload data, a Savage Model 10 Predator Hunter Max was used; it features a 22-inch barrel, a 1:9 twist rate and was fitted with a Nikon 3-12x M223 scope. There has been considerable commentary suggesting that the 5.56 NATO case has less capacity than the .223 Remington, and therefore loads must be reduced accordingly. SBT 55 gr. 223 rem the civilian SAAMI spec version of the military’s 5.56 NATO. They are also some of the most inexpensive to load for and give exceptional accuracy for their price point! The .223 Remington is a highly versatile cartridge that can be loaded to meet the shooter’s exact needs, but there are certain considerations to keep in mind. What are some important things to know when reloading the .223 Remington? Blitz 55 gr. Load Data. data; 5.56 NATO 60-62 gr. It’s light recoil, low powder usage and readily available components make it a great choice for many different shooting disciplines. HPBT MatchKing 80 gr. Hornet 45 gr. Hornet 40 gr. Powders include Winchester, Accurate, IMR, Hodgdon, Alliant, Vihtavuori Blitz 55 gr. Left to right: 224 Valkyrie, 223 Remington, 223 Ackley Improved, 6.5 Creedmoor, 308 Winchester and 300 Winchester Magnum. SPT 50 gr. SPT 50 gr. FMJBT 55 gr. ATTENTION: New reloading data must be opened as a PDF document in an up-to-date compatible PDF viewer. In its 5. LOAD GUIDE FOR RIFLE AND HANDGUN EDITION 3.5 INCLUDES: • The most up-to-date and comprehensive 223 Rem data available • New data for: 30 AR, 30 T/C, and 6mmx45 PO B o x 158 • M iles C i t y, M o n tana 59301 RELOADING POWDERS Gun Care Products Other superior products I am looking for others who have loaded up the CFE 223 in their .223. The 223 Remington is historically known as an accurate round in bolt action rifles. HP MatchKing 69 gr. Occasionally, we will temporarily publish load data on this page when a bullet becomes available and is not yet listed in the latest edition of the handbook. HP 45 gr. I have consulted the hodgdon data center and it calls for 26.0 grains as a starting point and a max of 27.8 when using a 55 gr SPR SP. SMP 50 gr. RIFLE RELOADING DATA FILES (PDF) 20 caliber (.204 dia) 204 Ruger 39. SMP 52 gr. RIFLE RELOADING DATA FILES (PDF) 20 caliber (.204 dia) 204 Ruger 39. HPBT MatchKing 53 gr. HP 63 gr. Using bullets from Speer TNT HP, FMJ BT, Spitz SP or SP/cann. Both cartridges are great for small-medium sized game and varmint hunting. SPT 55 gr. I am loading 55 gr FJM BT w/ mixed commercial head stamp. I was thinking of starting at about 25.0 grains and working up from there. SMP 55 gr. 224 223 Rem bullets, 223 Rem ammo .223 Remington--Centerfire FavoriteThe .223 Remington is the most widely-used centerfire rifle cartridge in the developed world. data; 224 Valkyrie 88 gr. SMP 45 gr. 223 Remington 60-62 gr. Hornet 45 gr. compiling all of the best FREE 223 / 5.56 load data manual and links. HPBT 60 gr. .223 Rem AR15 rifle, 223 Remington, 5.56x45 222 reloading, shooting, hunting rifles. Hornet.224 Diameter Bullets 40 gr. .223 Remington - 55 GR (Speer Reloading Manual #14) reloading data with 30 loads. .223 Diameter Bullets 40 gr.