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Post by wtrfwlr on Sept 18, 2013 4:45:38 GMT -7
This is a good research article that may put to rest much of the long running debate of these two popular cartridges. This information should help clear up most of the confusion and help in deciding which gun and ammo choice is right for you. It is a bit technical in some respects but the author does provide a good summary at the end of each topic if you don't enjoy wading through the graphs and charts. Hope this helps... www.luckygunner.com/labs/5-56-vs-223/ |
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Post by graf on Sept 18, 2013 9:40:49 GMT -7
Its even easier if you purchase a AR marked 556 on the rifle it will accommodate both 223 and 556 if it is stamped 223 you can only use 223 ammo, just thought anyone looking to purchase might appreciate that.
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Post by wtrfwlr on Sept 18, 2013 9:52:18 GMT -7
Its even easier if you purchase a AR marked 556 on the rifle it will accommodate both 223 and 556 if it is stamped 223 you can only use 223 ammo, just thought anyone looking to purchase might appreciate that. Not necessarily the case. I would recommend reading this information if you are looking to purchase or already own one or the other and making ammunition choices. |
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Post by mrmike on Sept 18, 2013 13:44:21 GMT -7
This is a good article, I read another about a week ago that explained it really well too. A good rule of thumb is no .223 in a 5.56. A better rule of thumb is put bullets into your gun as its marked on the gun. I own a 5.56, I try very hard to only run 5.56 in it, though I have ran .223 with good results. A friend of mine gets the occasional stoppage if he runs .223 in his 5.56, your firearm may very.
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