Wilson Combat 223 Rem 60gr V-MAX – Superb Varmint Ammo

Description

The Wilson Combat 223 Rem 60gr V-MAX load, Wilson Combat item A223-60-VMAX, is 223 Remington ammunition loaded with a 60 grain Hornady V-MAX polymer tipped hollow point. It is rated at 2750 fps at the muzzle and 2417 fps at 100 yards, with 1007 ft-lbs of muzzle energy from a 16 inch test barrel, and it comes 20 rounds per box.

Wilson Combat 223 Rem 60gr V-MAX Overview

Wilson Combat is best known for hand-fitted 1911 pistols and premium AR-15 rifles built in Berryville, Arkansas, and the company loads its own ammunition to the same standard. Every Wilson Combat load is assembled with new, high quality brass, carefully selected primers and powders, and bullets from makers such as Hornady, Sierra and Speer. Loads are tested in real firearms for function, velocity and accuracy, so what you buy is ammunition the company trusts in its own guns.

Bullet Design

The Hornady V-MAX is a polymer tipped hollow point with a thin jacket. The tip drives back into the cavity on impact and starts very rapid expansion, so the bullet dumps its energy fast and fragments rather than driving deep. The pointed tip also raises the ballistic coefficient, which keeps the load flatter shooting at longer range than a plain soft point of the same weight.

Intended Use

This is a classic varmint and predator load. Rapid expansion makes it a strong choice for coyotes, foxes, groundhogs and prairie dogs, and the low penetration that comes from fragmentation is also why some owners select it for tactical and home use where over-penetration is a concern. Wilson Combat rates it for barrels with a 1 in 7, 1 in 8 or 1 in 9 twist.

Performance

With a ballistic coefficient of 0.265, this bullet leaves a 16 inch test barrel at about 2750 fps with 1007 ft-lbs of energy. Actual velocity varies with barrel length, temperature and the individual firearm, so confirm your zero with the exact load you plan to use. Shooting a few groups at your usual distance is the best way to see how it performs in your own rifle.

Firearm Compatibility

Use this ammunition only in firearms chambered for 223 Remington. Check the marking on your barrel before loading, and consult the maker of your firearm if you are unsure whether a load is suitable.

Quality You Can Count On

Wilson Combat loads every round with new brass rather than reloaded cases, and checks the ammunition in real firearms. Consistent cases, primers and powder charges are what give reliable feeding, clean ignition and accuracy from box to box.

Choosing the Right Load

Match the bullet to the job. Expanding hunting bullets are built for game, match bullets for paper, and heavy flat points for deep, straight penetration. Think about your typical distance, the size of the target and what lies beyond it, then pick a load and practice with it so you know where it hits.

Storage and Care

Store ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original boxes, away from solvents and lubricants that can contaminate primers. Inspect each round before loading, and set aside any with dented cases, loose bullets or corrosion.

Specifications

• Brand: Wilson Combat
• Item number: A223-60-VMAX
• Caliber: 223 Remington
• Bullet weight: 60 grain
• Bullet type: Hornady V-MAX polymer tipped hollow point
• Ballistic coefficient: 0.265
• Muzzle velocity: 2750 fps
• Velocity at 100 yards: 2417 fps
• Muzzle energy: 1007 ft-lbs
• Test barrel: 16 inch
• Case: New brass
• Count: 20 rounds per box
• UPC: 874218007287

Before You Buy

Federal law requires buyers of rifle ammunition to be at least 18 years old when buying from a licensed dealer. Some states and cities restrict ammunition purchases, require background checks or limit shipping, so check your local rules before you order.

Who It Is For

The Wilson Combat 223 Rem 60gr V-MAX is a great fit for varmint and predator hunters and AR-15 owners who want a fast, flat shooting 223 load that expands violently on impact.

Buy the Wilson Combat 223 Rem 60gr V-MAX at MAG5 Firearms

MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Wilson Combat 223 Rem 60gr V-MAX online and we will ship it to you where state and local law allow, or browse our full selection of ammunition for more rifle loads. For factory details, visit Wilson Combat.