B/C Nylon Bore Brush 225/556 Msr Red
The Birchwood Casey nylon bore brush for .225/5.56 MSR is a workhorse cleaning tool built to handle the routine maintenance that keeps your modern sporting rifle running smoothly. If you're running an AR-15 or other .223/5.56 platform, you need a bore brush that can stand up to the carbon and fouling that builds up downrange—and this one's engineered to do exactly that. Red nylon bristles are tough enough to scrub hard without damaging the bore, and they spring back to shape after every pass, so your brush stays effective through dozens of cleaning sessions.
What sets a good bore brush apart from a mediocre one is bristle density and durability. This brush features thick, stiff nylon bristles that attack stubborn deposits—copper, lead, carbon, and plastic wad fouling—without requiring excessive pressure or guesswork. The bristles are designed to deliver multi-directional scrubbing action, which means you get better cleaning coverage with less work. Whether you're doing routine maintenance after a range trip or deep cleaning after a long hunting season, this brush does the job without wearing out after a handful of uses.
At the gun range or in the field, you don't have time for cleaning gear that fails. The Birchwood Casey nylon bore brush is sized specifically for .225/5.56 rifles, so you know it fits and performs as intended. Keep one in your cleaning kit, and you'll have a reliable tool that outlasts cheaper alternatives and handles the grit of real shooting.
Key Features
- Heavy-duty red nylon bristles for durable, long-lasting cleaning
- Thick, dense bristles tackle tough carbon, copper, and lead fouling
- Bristles return to original shape for extended tool life
- Multi-directional scrubbing action for thorough bore cleaning
- Sized for .225/5.56 MSR platforms
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this bore brush compatible with .223 and 5.56 rifles?
Yes. This brush is sized for .225/5.56 MSR (modern sporting rifle), which includes standard AR-15 platforms and other rifles chambered in .223 Remington or 5.56 NATO.
What types of fouling does this brush clean?
The nylon bristles effectively remove copper, lead, carbon, and plastic wad fouling—the common deposits left behind by most centerfire rifle ammunition.
How long will the bristles last?
The dense red nylon bristles are engineered for durability and return to their original shape after use, which means they resist wear and maintain cleaning effectiveness through extended use.

