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Posted On: 8/19/2024
By: Matthew Coe
A: Thanks for reaching out Matthew! PMC only loads new cases. (It's a subsidiary of a brass manufacturer.) It's reasonable to assume ammo is loaded with new brass cases in most circumstances. If you see the word "reloaded" or "remanufactured" on the packaging or in the product description, then it's reloaded. We always prominently indicate whenever we sell reloaded ammo.
Posted On: 1/1/2024
By: Alex
A: Yes sir, this is the most normal type of 223 Rem target ammo you could purchase for a Mini-14!
Posted On: 1/30/2023
By: Michael shooter
A: Thanks for reaching out Michael! That is truly difficult for me to say, as the answer depends on both your rifle and your marksmanship. I can tell you that PMC recorded this round's 0.243 G1 ballistic coefficient with a 24" test barrel. Its quality is comparable to Federal Premium American Eagle, so you can reasonably expect similar groups if you're already familiar with that more common brand of ammo.
Posted On: 9/24/2022
By: John
A: Hello again John! This ammunition was not produced for military use – it was specifically made for the civilian market. NATO forces use the 5.56x45, not the 223 Rem, although both may be safely fired in a 5.56 rifle. That said, PMC is the chief ammo supplier for the South Korean military, and their 223 is essentially made with the same components and according to the same quality standards as their 5.56.
Posted On: 12/26/2021
By: Brett McKinnon
A: Thanks for reaching out Brett! Please forgive us – the data entered on the webpage was incorrect. This round's muzzle velocity is indeed 3,200 fps (24" test barrel) per PMC's own website:
pmcammo.com/product/bronze-223a/
Posted On: 12/21/2021
By: Gary Casalenuovo
A: Thanks for reaching out Gary! If your AR-15 is chambered for 5.56x45, then it can also safely fire 223 Rem like this ammo right here.
Posted On: 12/18/2021
By: Danny
A: Thanks for reaching out Danny! New York's gun laws are pretty strict, so we're only able to ship to FFL dealers throughout the state (with the exception of Buffalo, Rochester and the city, which we can't ship to at all). Please go to this page to see more about our service to New York, as well as a list of FFL dealers where you can pick up your order from us.
https://www.luckygunner.com/new-york-ammo-sales
Posted On: 4/29/2019
By: Ryan P
A: Hi Ryan. The PMC does not use sealed primers. Few companies are still offering this on non-military surplus ammo, but that is getting rare. Sorry
Posted On: 10/20/2018
By: Ron gast
A: For a detailed explanation, please visit us here. https://www.luckygunner.com/labs/5-56-vs-223/
Posted On: 8/20/2018
By: Steve Hollingsworth
A: These are not hollow points. These are a FMJ round. The round is of a lead and copper construction. There is no steel in these. The soft point rounds can be found here, https://www.luckygunner.com/rifle/223-remington-ammo?jacket_type=77. And the hollow points here, https://www.luckygunner.com/rifle/223-remington-ammo?jacket_type=83. We also just recently launched our magnet test descriptor to help you out as well. At the bottom of the sort options on the right side of the page is the "Attracts Magnet Yes/No"
Posted On: 8/19/2018
By: Mark B.
A: Hi Mark. The PMC is certainly good for steel targets. It is a lead core round with no steel in the process. You should be aware that due to the velocity of the .223 round, some pitting and cratering can occur with any projectile, if shot at close range.
Posted On: 12/14/2017
By: Jeremy Shepersky
A: Hello Jeremy,
The B.C. for this specific round is .243.
Posted On: 6/6/2016
By: Doug Z
A: Hello Doug!
This PMC ammunition is loaded in a brass case with a standard boxer primer. You will have no issues using this brass to reload.
Posted On: 6/9/2015
By: Eric Dotson
A: Hello Eric,
PMC ammunition is manufactured in their own facilities in South Korea.
Posted On: 1/27/2015
By: Arthur mullis
A: Hello Arthur!
You are correct, the PMC .223 comes packaged in 20 round boxes with 50 boxes per 1000 round case.
Posted On: 1/27/2015
By: Jim
A: Hello Jim!
The .223 55 grain PMC ammunition features a copper coated, lead core bullet. This round does not contain any steel.
Posted On: 11/7/2012
By: Bulls Eye
A: There is no posted shelf life for ammunition. A majority of our products have been manufactured within the last 2 or 3 years. We have shot other ammo stored for 30 or 40 years to find that it shoots as well as new ammo. If you are planning for long term storage, it is always a good idea to store ammo in a cool dry climate, which does not fluctuate greatly. We also offer a variety of ammo cans to use to help store your ammo and protect it from humidity for years, or decades!
Posted On: 6/11/2012
By: Tactical Jim
A: To answer your second question, no, this brass cases are no different than any other genuinely brass-cased product.
That said (and to answer your first question), the manufacturing process is somewhat different in that some manufacturers (like PMC) polish their brass casings after the annealing and loading process to render a more "polished" appearance. The result is what you see in this product (shiny looking brass).
Annealing is the process whereby the necks of brass casings are passed through a measured torch flame. The heat from the flame helps to soften the brass after it has been formed by the high-pressure "cup and draw" process used to form the brass cases from sheets of brass. The annealing step ensures that the brass cases do not split during the bullet-seating step of loading.
PMC cases are annealed, but they are subsequently cleaned to enhance appearance. You get the best of both words (shiny brass that is also annealed to ensure quality).
