Blackout Ammunition .223 REM 69gr Sierra Matchking©, 20 Round Box

Blackout Ammunition .223 REM 69gr Sierra Matchking©, 20 Round Box, in stock and shipping now. If you already know .223 Remington, skip to the specifications; if not, the buying notes below are the useful part.

Specifications

Cartridge	.223 Remington
Bullet weight	69 grain
Projectile	Match Hollow Point Boat Tail
Bullet diameter	.224
Typical muzzle velocity	2,700 to 3,240 fps depending on bullet weight and barrel
Usual twist rate	1:7 to 1:9
Platform	AR-15
Rounds per pack	20
SKU	GA22369SMK
Price	$29.99
Cost per round	$1.499

Projectile construction

This is a a target design chosen for consistency rather than terminal effect. The hollow point is a manufacturing artefact of the jacket drawing process, not an expansion mechanism, so it should not be selected as a hunting bullet.

Bullet weight and bullet construction get conflated constantly. Weight sets trajectory and momentum; construction sets what happens on impact.

.223 Remington in practice

Light-for-calibre bullets rely on velocity rather than mass, so barrel length matters more here than in most cartridges.

Muzzle velocity for .223 Remington typically runs 2,700 to 3,240 fps depending on bullet weight and barrel, from a AR-15 platform with a 1:7 to 1:9 twist. Published figures are a starting point, not a specification; chronograph your own rifle before you trust a number.

Choosing this bullet weight

At 69 grain this is on the lighter side for .223 Remington. Lighter bullets leave the muzzle faster and shoot flatter, which helps on smaller targets and at distance, but they bleed velocity sooner and depend more on impact speed to do their job.

Pack size

20 rounds at $29.99 works out at $1.499 per round. A box this size suits load development, hunting stock and defensive carry rather than high volume practice.

Ordering and compliance

Shipping rules for ammunition vary by state and sometimes by city. Some destinations require a licence, an approved recipient, or refuse delivery entirely. Check before you order rather than after. See our shipping and delivery page for the current detail.

Who this load suits

The question is not whether this is a good load, it is whether it is the right one for you. This is a target and load development projectile. It is not a hunting bullet, and choosing it for game is the single most common mistake with this bullet line.

Before you trust the box velocity

Barrel length changes the numbers. Short barrels give up velocity that light bullets in particular depend on, so a load that performs from 20 inches may disappoint from 16. For .223 Remington specifically, expect 2,700 to 3,240 fps depending on bullet weight and barrel as the published band and treat your own chronograph as the authority.

Keeping it serviceable

Store it dry and cool, rotate oldest stock first, and check case necks for corrosion on anything that has sat a long time.

See also

Browse .223 and 5.56 ammunition for other weights and projectile types, or run your setup through the ballistics calculator.

.223 Remington against the alternatives

Against 5.56 NATO it is the lower pressure sibling, and against 6mm ARC or 6.5 Grendel it gives up downrange energy in exchange for cheaper ammunition and far wider availability.

Pick the cartridge that fits the shooting you actually do, not the shooting you read about.

How this is stored

We stock factory loaded ammunition only, no remanufactured or reloaded product. Stock is stored indoors, rotated oldest first, and packed to keep projectiles protected on the way to you.

If this is your first purchase in this calibre, buy one box before you buy ten. Rifles are individual, and a load that groups beautifully in one barrel can string in another for no obvious reason.

Frequently asked questions

Which twist rate does .223 Remington need?

1:7 to 1:9 is standard. Light-for-calibre bullets rely on velocity rather than mass, so barrel length matters more here than in most cartridges.

How fast does .223 Remington run?

Around 2,700 to 3,240 fps depending on bullet weight and barrel at the muzzle, though your barrel will give you its own number.

Is the match hollow point boat tail projectile suitable for what I am shooting?

It is a a target design chosen for consistency rather than terminal effect. The hollow point is a manufacturing artefact of the jacket drawing process, not an expansion mechanism, so it should not be selected as a hunting bullet. Match that against your intended use before buying.

Why choose 69 grain?

Weight sets the trade between velocity and momentum. 69 grain is one point on that curve; the right pick depends on your barrel, your distance and your target rather than on the number itself.

What is in the pack?

20 rounds at $29.99, which is $1.499 per round.

How quickly does this ship?

It is in stock and ships from the United States. Processing times and carrier detail are on the shipping page.

Are there places you cannot ship ammunition?

Yes. A number of states and municipalities restrict or licence ammunition delivery. Check the shipping page for the current list before ordering.

Do you offer bulk pricing?

Larger pack sizes carry a lower cost per round, which is listed on each product page so you can compare directly rather than doing the arithmetic yourself.

Can I reload this brass?

Most of our loaded ammunition uses reloadable boxer primed brass. Check the individual listing if you intend to reload, since some training and steel cased lines are not reloadable.

How is this stored before it ships?

Indoors at stable temperature, rotated oldest first, and packed so cartridges do not move in transit.