Winchester Varmint X 223 55 Grain Extreme Point – 20 Rounds

Winchester Varmint X 223 is a predator and varmint load with Winchester’s Extreme Point polymer tip bullet. The bullet weighs 55 grains. Winchester lists 3,240 fps and 1,282 ft-lb at the muzzle, with a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.246. Cases are brass with Boxer primers, and the load is non-corrosive and reloadable. This is a 20-round box, a good size for a weekend of predator calling or a short varmint trip.

223 Remington Varmint X Specifications

• Caliber: 223 Remington
• Bullet weight: 55 grain
• Bullet type: Polymer Tip (Winchester Extreme Point)
• Muzzle velocity: 3,240 fps
• Muzzle energy: 1,282 ft-lb
• Quantity: 20-round box
• Case: Brass, reloadable
• Primer: Boxer
• G1 ballistic coefficient: 0.246
• Corrosive: No
• Price per round: about $1.15

Best Uses

Use this box for coyotes, foxes, ground hogs and prairie dogs. Twenty rounds is enough to confirm zero and still hunt. The Extreme Point tip is made for fast expansion on small game, so it is not the pick for deer. Check your drop at 200 and 300 yards before you go, since calls can bring coyotes in at odd ranges. Winchester Varmint X 223 runs in AR-15s and bolt rifles. For long days in a dog town, the 1,000-round Universal Varmint case may make more sense.

Compare it with the Winchester Universal Varmint and Target 223 case, or read our Winchester 223 ammo guide.

Why Buy From Black Ammo Defense

Black Ammo Defense is an licensed firearms licensed dealer, and we ship Winchester Varmint X 223 and the rest of our Winchester 223 Ammo lineup from Hays, Kansas.

FAQ

What is Winchester Varmint X?
Varmint X is Winchester’s line for small game and predators. This 223 load uses a 55-grain Extreme Point polymer tip bullet listed at 3,240 fps.

Is 223 good for coyote hunting?
Yes. Many hunters use 223 Remington on coyotes. A 55-grain polymer tip like this expands quickly. Good shot placement still matters most.

What is the Extreme Point bullet?
Extreme Point is Winchester’s polymer tip bullet design. The tip helps start expansion on impact. It appears in the Varmint X and Deer Season XP lines.

Can you buy 223 ammo at 18?
Federal law lets adults 18 and older buy rifle ammunition from a licensed dealer. Some states and cities have stricter rules, so check local law.

21+ only. Adult signature required on delivery. Check your state and local laws before ordering.

Related Winchester 223 ammo at Black Ammo Defense

• Winchester Universal Varmint and Target 223 55 Grain Polymer Tip – 1,000 Round Case
• Winchester Deer Season XP 223 64 Grain Extreme Point – 20 Rounds
• Winchester Silvertip 223 64 Grain Defense Tip – 20 Rounds