Can you buy AP rounds?

A: Yes. Under federal law it is perfectly legal to make, sell and purchase “armor-piercing” ammunition as long as you have the proper licensing.

Is it legal to own explosive ammo?

Are explosive bullets illegal in California? California Penal Code 30210 PC is the California statute that makes it a crime for a person to make, import, sell, give, or possess either: ammunition that contains or consists of any “flechette dart,” (“FD”) or. a bullet containing or carrying an explosive agent.

Do they make 223 green tip ammo?

Green-tip ammunition is most common in 5.56/. 223 Rem caliber and is mainly designed for use with the AR platform. These rounds were originally considered controversial, as they meet one of the criteria of the federal definition of armor-piercing ammunition.

Are 223 and 556 projectiles the same?

223 vs 556 Ballistics Although they are of the same size, the two bullets have different results when shot from a rifle. Note that the 5.56 cannot be shot on a 223 chamber but the 223 chamber can be shot from a 556 due to the pressure difference.

Is 223 a good bullet?

While the bullet is lighter than the more-common 55-grain projectile, this .223 bullet is still effective when it comes to both speed and accuracy. The hollow point ensures consistent expansion while the light design ensures excellent accuracy, even at a distance. Speer is a well-known name in the ammo industry.

Why is the 223 Remington considered an “armor piercing” bullet?

This is because a brass bullet for a .223 Remington cartridge is now “armor piercing” in the eyes of the ATF because it can be used in a handgun.

What is the best twist on a 223 rifle?

A 1:12 twist will adequately stabilize 55 grain .223 bullets, but a twist as fast as 1:7 is ideal for bullets 70 grains and heavier. The 223 Rem and its higher pressure variant the 5.56×45 are the kings of the American rifle range.

What should I know about subsonic 223 ammo?

The first question you need to answer about subsonic .223 ammo (or any subsonic rifle ammo in general) is what you will be shooting it out of. A bolt-action rifle is manually cycled and doesn’t have a minimum pressure threshold necessary to reliably cycle the action that a semi-auto or full-auto does.