Rifle cartridge reference
.223 Remington Ammunition
Also known as 5.56x45mm (related), .223 Rem.
The civilian standard for the AR-15 platform — low recoil, low cost, and huge availability. (5.56 NATO chambers can fire .223, but not always the reverse.)
At a glance
Common firearms in .223 Remington
Frequently asked
How much does .223 Remington cost per round?+
.223 Remington typically runs about $0.32–$0.55 per round online, roughly $435 for a 1,000-round case at the middle of that range (as of 2026). Bulk cases lower the per-round cost, while premium defensive or match loads run higher. Prices move with supply, so track your own cost per round over time.
What is .223 Remington used for?+
.223 Remington is most commonly used for target, varmint, defense. The civilian standard for the AR-15 platform — low recoil, low cost, and huge availability. (5.56 NATO chambers can fire .223, but not always the reverse.)
What firearms are chambered in .223 Remington?+
Popular options include AR-15, Ruger Mini-14, Savage Axis. It falls in the rifle category.
How much does .223 Remington recoil, and is it available?+
.223 Remington has light recoil for its class, and availability is currently "very common." You'll find it at most retailers and online.
Track your .223 Remington the smart way
Rangium logs your .223 Remington by the round: stock on hand, cost per round and spend over time, with low-stock warnings when you run short. Ask Vanta how much you have left, and list or find .223 Remington firearms in the marketplace.