Winchester Ballistic Silvertip .223 Remington (55-grain or 64-grain) is a premium, high-performance centerfire rifle ammunition designed for varmint hunting, long-range accuracy, or personal defense. It features a polymer-tipped bullet with a boattail design and Lubalox® coating for reduced friction, featuring rapid expansion, high energy transfer, and consistent penetration.
Key Features and Performance
- Bullet Design: Combines a Nosler Ballistic Tip with a tapered copper jacket and lead core for controlled expansion and high weight retention.
- Lubalox® Coating: A black oxide coating reduces fouling in the barrel, increasing accuracy.
- Performance Data: Typical 55-grain rounds achieve muzzle velocities around ).
- Defense Variant: The 64-grain “Defense Tip” variant is designed specifically for personal/home defense, focusing on massive energy transfer and penetration, ideal for modern sporting rifles.
- Versatility: Suitable for varmint hunting and target shooting due to its flat trajectory and high-precision, long-range capabilities.
Technical Specifications (Typical)
- Caliber: .223 Remington
- Bullet Type: Polymer Tip (Ballistic Silvertip or Defense Tip)
- Bullet Weight: 55 grains (standard) or 64 grains (defense)
- Casing: Nickel-plated brass for corrosion resistance
- Muzzle Energy (64gr):
- Muzzle Velocity (64gr):
Ideal Usage
- Ballistic Silvertip (55gr): Varmint hunting, varmint control, and target shooting.
- Silvertip Defense (64gr): Personal defense and home defense scenarios.


