Winchester Ballistic Silvertip 223 55 Grain Varmint – 20 Rounds

Winchester Ballistic Silvertip 223 is a varmint load with a 55-grain polymer tip bullet. Winchester lists 3,240 fps and 1,282 ft-lb at the muzzle, with a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.267. Cases are nickel-plated brass with Boxer primers, and the load is non-corrosive and reloadable. The specs list varmint hunting as its intended use. This is a 20-round box for hunters who want a premium tipped bullet for coyotes and small game.

223 Remington Ballistic Silvertip Specifications

• Caliber: 223 Remington
• Bullet weight: 55 grain
• Bullet type: Polymer Tip (Winchester Ballistic Silvertip)
• Muzzle velocity: 3,240 fps
• Muzzle energy: 1,282 ft-lb
• Quantity: 20-round box
• Case: Nickel-plated brass, reloadable
• Primer: Boxer
• Corrosive: No
• G1 ballistic coefficient: 0.267
• Intended use: Varmint Hunting
• Price per round: about $1.70

Best Uses

Use this box for coyotes, foxes, ground hogs and prairie dogs. The polymer tip helps the bullet open fast on small game. The nickel cases slide well and are easy to spot in grass. Zero with a few rounds, then check your drop at 200 and 300 yards. Winchester Ballistic Silvertip 223 is a varmint load, so choose a heavier bullet for deer. It runs in AR-15s and bolt rifles alike. Save the nickel brass if you reload.

Compare it with the Winchester Varmint X 223, or read our Winchester 223 ammo guide.

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FAQ

What is the Ballistic Silvertip bullet?
Ballistic Silvertip is Winchester’s polymer tip hunting bullet. The tip helps start expansion and improves the bullet’s shape for flight.

Is Ballistic Silvertip good for coyotes?
Yes. The 55-grain Ballistic Silvertip is built for varmints and predators. It opens fast on coyote-size game. Place your shots well and know your range.

Why use nickel-plated brass?
Nickel plating resists corrosion and can feed smoothly. It also makes your fired cases easy to find in the grass after a long day.

Can you shoot 223 in a 5.56 rifle?
Yes. A 5.56 NATO chamber safely fires 223 Remington. Firing 5.56 in a 223-only chamber is not advised.

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