The Hornady American Gunner .223 Remington 55-grain Hollow Point Match (HP-Match) Brass 247-round metal ammo can is a precision-manufactured centerfire rifle load engineered specifically for high-volume range training, 3-Gun competition, target practice, and tactical instruction in .223 Rem and 5.56x45mm NATO-compatible firearms. A primary friction point when shooting bulk-packaged .223 Remington ammunition is erratic bullet rotational balance, uneven case neck tension, and wide velocity spreads, which cause vertical group stringing and open up shot clusters. Hornady resolves these bulk ammo consistency limitations by pairing its precision-drawn reloadable brass cases with match-grade HP-Match projectiles packed inside a heavy-duty, gasket-sealed metal ammo can, delivering sub-MOA precision, clean cycling, and long-term storage protection.
The primary technical advantage centers on Hornady’s Hollow Point Match projectile constructed with an Advanced Manufacturing Process (AMP®) bullet jacket and a swaged lead core. Exhibiting virtually zero wall-thickness variation, the concentric copper jacket eliminates structural rotational mass imbalances that degrade bullet flight. Combined with a tiny, uniform open-tip hollow-point meplat and a sleek profile, this design minimizes aerodynamic drag and prevents in-flight yaw, ensuring tight group capability and flat downrange trajectories.
Launching its 55-grain match projectile at a high-velocity 3,240 FPS, this American Gunner load utilizes temperature-stable powders and non-corrosive Boxer primers to maintain tight standard deviations and clean propellant burn. Assembled using premium reloadable virgin brass cases, it ensures smooth feed-ramp transition and reliable ejection across semi-automatic AR-15/MSR platforms as well as precision bolt-action rifles. Packed in a reusable, sealed steel military-style ammo can, this 247-round bulk set protects ammunition against moisture, dust, and environmental degradation during field transport and long-term storage.
Key Benefits
- AMP® Jacket HP-Match Bullet: Concentric jacket technology delivers match-grade balance and rotational flight stability.
- 3,240 FPS High Velocity: Maintains a flat trajectory and consistent downrange impact point for rapid target engagement.
- Gasket-Sealed Metal Ammo Can: Heavy-duty steel container protects bulk ammunition against moisture, dust, and environmental element exposure.
- Precision Reloadable Brass Cases: Quality virgin brass hulls ensure uniform chamber sealing, smooth extraction, and long reloadable life.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: .223 Remington (.223 Rem / 5.56x45mm NATO Compatible) | 3,240 FPS Muzzle Velocity | High-Volume Target Match Profile
- Projectile: 55 Grain | Hollow Point Match (HP-Match) | AMP® Concentric Jacket | Swaged Lead Core
- Case/Primer: Precision-Drawn Virgin Reloadable Brass Case | Non-Corrosive Boxer Primed
- Logistics: 247 Rounds Per Sealed Metal Ammo Can | Hornady American Gunner Series
- Dimensions: Standard .223 Rem Geometry | AR-15 / MSR & Bolt-Action Compatible | SKU: 80238
- Application: Target Practice, Range Training, 3-Gun Competition, Tactical Instruction, and Varmint Hunting
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Hornady Factory Quality Control Benchmarks
If you're running a .223 or 5.56 platform and need consistent trajectory and repeatable grouping across high round counts, this load solves bulk-ammo inconsistency without sacrificing precision. Get dependable performance backed by controlled manufacturing standards—available now from SMKW, a trusted source for proven rifle ammunition.
