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 .223 or 5.56?
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12/08/10 01:33 AM
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dk5265
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My new bushmaster says .223-5.56 on the reciever. But it also says 5.56 NATO on the barrel. I know it will shoot both, but what ammo was it made for?
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Re: .223 or 5.56?
[Re: dk5265]
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12/08/10 01:59 AM
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dee
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Either 5.56 nato and .223 have the same external dimentions but 5.56 runs at higher preasure levels.
"A vote is like a rifle; it's usefulness depends on the character of the user" Theodore Roosevelt
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Re: .223 or 5.56?
[Re: dee]
#1899838
12/08/10 02:51 AM
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RKHarm24
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You can shoot either...If marked 223, you can only shoot 223.
5.56 may show signs of excessive pressure and could damage the gun.
Shoot military 5.56x46 and enjoy relatively cheap shooting.
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Re: .223 or 5.56?
[Re: RKHarm24]
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12/08/10 02:58 AM
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dsniper
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You can shoot either...If marked 223, you can only shoot 223.
5.56 may show signs of excessive pressure and could damage the gun.
Shoot military 5.56x46 and enjoy relatively cheap shooting. x2
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Re: .223 or 5.56?
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12/08/10 03:31 AM
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dk5265
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