The .223 Rem. is one of the most popular centerfire rifle cartridges in the world and the use of it varies from military to sport shooting and hunting. It is today one of the most common rifle rounds in use in the U.S., especially among varmint hunters and 3-gun sport shooters.
Practically all rifle manufacturers chamber rifles for this caliber for a wide range of different purposes. This caliber offers tremendous versatility, thanks to a very wide selection of bullet types and weights. For targets beyond 600 yards and practical matches, Lapua offers the perfect .223 Rem. cartridge loaded with the Scenar-L projectile, Lapua’s famous Open Tip Match bullet, perfect for the competitive shooter looking for that extra edge.
