Ammo Reports Team
| Official Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HSM Ammunition |
| Cartridge | 223 Remington |
| Product Line | Varmint |
| Bullet Name / Bullet Type | Soft Point With Cannlure |
| Bullet Weight | 55 gr |
| SKU / Part Number / Item Number | HSM-223-2 |
| UPC | 837306001024 |
| Rounds per Box | 50 |
| Muzzle Velocity | 3,050 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 1,136 ft-lb |
| Ballistic Coefficient G1 | 0.235 |
| Ballistic Coefficient G7 | Not found |
| Case Material | Not found |
| Primer | Not found |
| Reloadable | Not found |
| Test Barrel Length | Not found |
| Zero Distance | Not found |
| Sight Height | Not found |
| Intended Use | Varmint hunting / Pest control |
| Product Status | Listed by manufacturer |
| Closest Competitors | PPU Standard Rifle 223 Remington 55 gr Soft Point, PMC Bronze 223 Remington 55 gr PSP, Remington High Performance Rifle 223 Remington 55 gr PSP |
Data is based on official manufacturer sources. Found an error? Send us the source link.
Key Takeaway
HSM-223-2 is a 55 gr soft-point 223 Remington load in HSM’s Varmint line. HSM publishes 3,050 fps, 1,136 ft-lb, a 0.235 G1 BC, UPC 837306001024, and 50 rounds per box.
Official Ballistics
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lb) |
|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 3,050 | 1,136 |
Conditions: HSM publishes muzzle velocity and energy but does not state test-barrel length, zero distance, sight height, atmospheric conditions, downrange trajectory, or wind drift for this exact load. No unsupported wind column is included.
Bullet and Load Design
HSM describes the bullet as a 55 gr soft point with a cannelure. The exposed soft point is intended to support expansion, while the cannelure provides a defined area for the case mouth to grip the bullet.
The official listing provides a 0.235 G1 ballistic coefficient but no G7 value. The load is positioned for varmint use rather than precision-match competition.
Best Uses
Good fit:
- Varmint and pest-control applications where legal
- Shooters who prefer a conventional 55 gr soft-point bullet
- Field use after confirming point of impact in the intended rifle
Not the right tool for:
- Precision-match use where an OTM or HPBT match load is preferred
- Hunting applications that require a different bullet construction by law or game class
- Assuming factory muzzle data predicts exact performance from every barrel
Reliability Notes
HSM lists the product as rifle ammunition and packages this version in 50-round boxes. Feeding and accuracy can vary with chamber, barrel, magazine, ammunition lot, and conditions. Confirm function and zero before field use.
Competitors
| Published Alternative | Comparison |
|---|---|
| PPU Standard Rifle 223 Remington 55 gr Soft Point | A published 55 gr soft-point alternative. |
| PMC Bronze 223 Remington 55 gr PSP | A published 55 gr pointed-soft-point load. |
| Remington High Performance Rifle 223 Remington 55 gr PSP | A published 55 gr pointed-soft-point hunting alternative. |
Price Reality
This is a 50-round soft-point varmint load. Compare retailer listings by the exact code HSM-223-2 and UPC 837306001024 because HSM also lists a related HSM-223-2-N version with a different UPC.
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FAQ
What exact load does this report cover?
HSM Varmint 223 Remington with a 55 gr soft-point bullet, code HSM-223-2 and UPC 837306001024.
How many rounds are in the box?
HSM lists 50 rounds per box for this exact code and UPC.
What muzzle velocity does HSM publish?
HSM lists 3,050 fps.
Does HSM publish a G7 ballistic coefficient or wind drift?
No G7 value or wind-drift table was found for this exact load, so neither is invented here.
What is the intended use?
HSM places this soft-point load in its Varmint line.
