🔥 Can You Shoot .223 in a 5.56 Chamber?

✅ YES.
5.56 NATO chambers are built to handle higher pressure and have slightly looser tolerances, so they can safely fire .223 Remington ammo.

🔥 Can You Shoot 5.56 in a .223 Chamber?

⛔ Generally NOT recommended.
5.56 NATO runs at higher pressure than .223, and .223 chambers are tighter. Firing 5.56 in a .223 chamber can lead to:

• Overpressure

• Increased wear

• Risk of malfunction or damage

🔄 What About .223 Wylde?

🟢 YES for both.
A .223 Wylde chamber is designed to safely and accurately shoot both .223 and 5.56. It's a popular choice for versatility and performance.

Summary:

Ammo

Safe in .223 Chamber

Safe in 5.56 Chamber

Safe in .223 Wylde Chamber

.223 Rem

✅ Yes

✅ Yes

✅ Yes

5.56 NATO

❌ Not Recommended

✅ Yes

✅ Yes