Hornady Superformance ammunition in .223 Remington with the 50-grain CX (Copper Alloy eXpanding) bullet (brand part no. 83292) gives varmint and predator hunters a lighter, faster bullet with a genuine velocity advantage. Hornady engineers Superformance around highly efficient propellants that accelerate the bullet longer than standard powders, delivering up to a 200 feet-per-second increase in muzzle velocity. That added speed produces flatter trajectories, less wind drift, and better energy transfer on impact. The lead-free CX bullet is safe in semi-autos, lever guns, and pump actions alike, making this a versatile, high-performance option in our rifle ammunition lineup.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .223 Remington, loaded to commercial SAAMI pressure.
• The bullet weighs 50 grains, a lighter, faster build suited to varmints.
• The bullet is Hornady’s CX (Copper Alloy eXpanding), a lead-free monolithic expanding design.
• The Superformance propellant boosts muzzle velocity by up to 200 feet per second over standard loads.
• The added velocity produces flatter trajectories and less wind drift for improved accuracy.
• The load is safe in semi-autos, lever guns, and pump actions, a genuinely versatile option.
• The case is reloadable brass, giving reliable extraction and the option to reload.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I shoot this in a 5.56 NATO rifle? Yes. This is a .223 Remington-pressure load, safe in rifles chambered for .223 Remington, .223 Wylde, or 5.56 NATO.

Is this bullet lead-free? Yes, the CX bullet is a monolithic copper-alloy design with no lead core.

What game is the 50gr CX suited for? Its light, fast profile makes it well suited to varmint and predator hunting.

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