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Old 02-26-2012, 09:16 PM   #6
steve4102
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Default Re: 223 Remington vs 5.56x45mm reloading help

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Originally Posted by mtls44555 View Post
Hello, I am new to reloading my own rounds and I have this book that gives me all of the information on how to do so. It does not how ever tell me the measurements the 5.56x45mm, can i use the 223 Remington measurements ? Are they the exact same and is it safe to use that type of ammo in my (Stag)AR-15?
Any help would be appreciated.
First, welcome!

Second, what do you mean by "measurements" ?

The 223 Rem and the 5.56 are identical as far as the handloader is concerned, only the lead/throat in the rifle chambers differ. You use 223 dies and 223 loading data.
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