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Asked 04/09/2024 07:56 AM CT
by Ryen H in Long Gun

Anderson Manufacturing Utility Rifle, 5.56 Nato, 16" Barrel, 30Rd, Black, Magpul Furniture
Am I able to shoot 223 also with this fire arm or only 556

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04/09/2024 11:07 AM CT
by James G - Lifetime Points: 75799

Hi Ryen and welcome. Since the barrel is stamped 5.56NATO it will shoot bot 5.56 and the lower pressure .223 ammunition no issue. A .223REM Stamped barrel would only be recommended to shoot .223 ammunition. Cheers, stay safe and enjoy!

04/09/2024 10:04 AM CT
by Jason L - Lifetime Points: 1737

Any AR-15 chambered in 5.56 is absolutely able to shoot .223. Just not the other way around. If it's "Only" chambered for .223 then you can't shoot 5.56.

Ed C · Accepted Answer · 2024-04-12T08:47:06-05:00

Hi Ryen, this is rated for 5.56, so it will fire both .223 and 5.56
A gun rated for .223 can not safely fire the higher pressure 5.56 round.
Stay safe & have a great day!