
Availability: In Stock
Hornady Frontier Rifle Ammunition in .223 Rem delivers reliable, American-made rounds built on proven loading techniques and quality control. Each box of 50 cartridges pairs Hornady's respected bullet design with brass cases, military-grade boxer primers, and consistent propellant charges—the foundation of dependable performance whether you're working steel targets at the range, zeroing a hunting rifle, or running drills. The 55-grain full metal jacket load meters at 3240 fps, striking the balance between velocity and shootability that makes .223 Rem a versatile platform for AR-15s and bolt guns alike.
Frontier Cartridge exists to prove that quality ammunition doesn't require a premium price tag. The brand leverages Hornady's engineering—the same company trusted for precision handloading components and match-grade factory rounds—and applies it across a straightforward lineup built for working shooters. These aren't exotic loads; they're the rounds you grab for high-volume days because you trust them to perform without flinching at cost. Brass cases make reloading feasible if you chase every round, and the non-steel-core, traditional full metal jacket bullet cycles reliably in virtually any .223 platform without bearing the restrictions of military-spec hardened steel.
Whether you're a competitive rimfire crossover testing your first centerfire rifle, an overlander stocking practical rifle ammo for backcountry stations, or a hunter who values consistency in a varmint or medium-distance load, Hornady Frontier .223 Rem covers the ground between casual plinking and serious training. The 55-grain weight is the sweet spot for .223—light enough for flat trajectory and marginal recoil, heavy enough to carry energy past 100 yards and resist wind drift on exposed ground.
| Cartridge | .223 Remington |
| Bullet Weight | 55 grains |
| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 3240 fps |
| Rounds Per Box | 50 |
| Case Type | Brass |
| Primer | Military-grade Boxer |
| Brand | Hornady Frontier Cartridge |
.223 Remington is chambered in most modern AR-15 pattern rifles, bolt-action hunting rifles, and precision platforms. Always verify your firearm's chamber marking before loading.
Yes. The ammunition ships with reloadable brass cases and standard boxer primers, making it well-suited for handloaders who want to recover and reuse the cases.
Yes. Hornady Frontier lists this load among applications including hunting, and the 55-grain FMJ at 3240 fps is effective on varmints and small game within typical .223 Rem range constraints.
No. The bullets are non-steel-core traditional full metal jacket projectiles, making them compatible with ranges that restrict magnetic steel-core or hardened-steel ammunition.

SKU: 197554904 • Width: 2.5in • Height: 2.5in • Depth: 3.75in • Weight: 1.32oz





Availability: In Stock
Hornady Frontier Rifle Ammunition in .223 Rem delivers reliable, American-made rounds built on proven loading techniques and quality control. Each box of 50 cartridges pairs Hornady's respected bullet design with brass cases, military-grade boxer primers, and consistent propellant charges—the foundation of dependable performance whether you're working steel targets at the range, zeroing a hunting rifle, or running drills. The 55-grain full metal jacket load meters at 3240 fps, striking the balance between velocity and shootability that makes .223 Rem a versatile platform for AR-15s and bolt guns alike.
Frontier Cartridge exists to prove that quality ammunition doesn't require a premium price tag. The brand leverages Hornady's engineering—the same company trusted for precision handloading components and match-grade factory rounds—and applies it across a straightforward lineup built for working shooters. These aren't exotic loads; they're the rounds you grab for high-volume days because you trust them to perform without flinching at cost. Brass cases make reloading feasible if you chase every round, and the non-steel-core, traditional full metal jacket bullet cycles reliably in virtually any .223 platform without bearing the restrictions of military-spec hardened steel.
Whether you're a competitive rimfire crossover testing your first centerfire rifle, an overlander stocking practical rifle ammo for backcountry stations, or a hunter who values consistency in a varmint or medium-distance load, Hornady Frontier .223 Rem covers the ground between casual plinking and serious training. The 55-grain weight is the sweet spot for .223—light enough for flat trajectory and marginal recoil, heavy enough to carry energy past 100 yards and resist wind drift on exposed ground.
| Cartridge | .223 Remington |
| Bullet Weight | 55 grains |
| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 3240 fps |
| Rounds Per Box | 50 |
| Case Type | Brass |
| Primer | Military-grade Boxer |
| Brand | Hornady Frontier Cartridge |
.223 Remington is chambered in most modern AR-15 pattern rifles, bolt-action hunting rifles, and precision platforms. Always verify your firearm's chamber marking before loading.
Yes. The ammunition ships with reloadable brass cases and standard boxer primers, making it well-suited for handloaders who want to recover and reuse the cases.
Yes. Hornady Frontier lists this load among applications including hunting, and the 55-grain FMJ at 3240 fps is effective on varmints and small game within typical .223 Rem range constraints.
No. The bullets are non-steel-core traditional full metal jacket projectiles, making them compatible with ranges that restrict magnetic steel-core or hardened-steel ammunition.
SKU: 197554904 • Width: 2.5in • Height: 2.5in • Depth: 3.75in • Weight: 1.32oz
