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Overview
Elevate your hunting success with Sako Gamehead .223 Rem 55gr SP ammunition, meticulously engineered for precision and reliable performance in the field. This .223 Rem cartridge, featuring a 55gr Spitzer-nosed Soft Point (SP) bullet, is a premier choice for hunters pursuing small to medium game and varmints, offering consistent accuracy and rapid, controlled expansion for ethical outcomes.
Sako Gamehead ammunition is renowned for its time-proven construction, combining a rugged jacket with a non-bonded soft lead core. This design ensures immediate and effective mushrooming upon impact, delivering optimal terminal performance while minimising over-penetration. Experience the dependable quality and adaptability Sako is known for across diverse hunting scenarios.
- Spitzer-Nosed Soft Point Design: The 55gr SP bullet features an exposed soft lead tip and a light jacket with a non-bonded core, engineered for rapid and reliable expansion upon impact, ensuring effective energy transfer on small to medium game and varmints.
- Exceptional Trajectory: Achieve a flat and fast trajectory with a muzzle velocity of 3,150 feet per second (960 metres per second). This 55gr load is well-suited for standard twist rates (1:12" to 1:8") found in most bolt-action hunting rifles and AR-15 platforms.
- Legendary Sako Quality: Every Sako Gamehead round is produced with meticulous Finnish precision, undergoing rigorous inspection to ensure consistent powder charges, seating depths, and overall reliability for dependable ignition and accuracy in varied outdoor conditions.
- Premium Reloadable Brass: Sako brass cases are highly valued by reloaders for their uniform quality, durability, and precise annealing. These Boxer-primed, high-quality casings offer excellent potential for multiple reloads, providing added value for enthusiasts.
- Clean-Burning Performance: Utilises clean-burning powders and non-corrosive primers, contributing to consistent performance and reduced fouling for prolonged rifle longevity and reliable operation.
| Calibre | .223 Rem |
| Bullet Weight | 55gr |
| Bullet Type | Soft Point (SP) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 3,150 fps (960 m/s) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1,212 ft-lbs (1,641 J) |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | 0.208 |
| Casing | Brass (Reloadable) |
| Box Quantity | 20 Rounds |
For hunters demanding reliable performance and precision, Sako Gamehead .223 Rem 55gr SP ammunition stands as an excellent choice. It delivers the rapid energy transfer crucial for effective varmint control and small to medium game hunting, complemented by consistent accuracy for both field and target practice. The added benefit of premium reloadable brass ensures long-term value for dedicated enthusiasts.