Can A .223 Gun Shoot 5.56? Understanding the Compatibility and Risks
Understanding the Cartridges: .223 Remington Versus 5.56x45mm NATO Similarities At first glance, the .223 Remington and the 5.56x45mm NATO cartridges appear nearly identical. Both rounds share a common bullet diameter of .224 inches. This shared characteristic contributes to the popular misconception that they are entirely interchangeable. Physically, the cartridge cases look remarkably similar, reinforcing this … Read more
