Hornady Superformance .223 Rem 50gr CX Ammunition - 20 Rounds / Case of 200

The Hornady Superformance .223 Rem 50gr CX ammunition delivers velocity gains up to 200 fps over standard loads without cranking up chamber pressure, recoil, or muzzle blast. That speed translates to flatter trajectories and more energy downrange—exactly what you need for varmint hunting under 50 pounds or coyotes in the 50–300 lb range. Hornady's progressive powder formulation is the engineering behind it: these propellants burn in a controlled sequence that pushes their CX polymer-tipped bullet hard while keeping felt recoil, temperature sensitivity, and fouling all in check.

The CX bullet is a solid copper design engineered for expansion and energy transfer on small to medium game. Hornady pairs it with match-grade brass, quality primers, and their proprietary Superformance powder to ensure consistent ballistics shot to shot—a big advantage when hunting across varying weather or temperature conditions. The 50-grain weight is a nimble choice for the .223, ideal for fast, flat shooting in open country or at distance where wind deflection matters.

Each box contains 20 rounds, and Hornady ships this ammunition in cases of 200 (ten boxes). If you're stocking up for serious varmint season or want to run practice and hunting ammo from the same load, the case pack is economical and convenient. Built to Hornady's standard for component quality, Superformance rounds are loaded to exacting tolerances, so you'll see the same velocity and accuracy from round one to round two hundred.

Key Features

• Progressive Superformance powder delivers up to 200 fps velocity gain over conventional ammunition
• CX polymer-tipped, solid copper bullet engineered for reliable expansion
• Consistent performance across a broad temperature range
• Reduced felt recoil and muzzle blast compared to equivalent conventional loads
• Match-grade brass cases and quality primers for shot-to-shot repeatability
• Ideal for varmint hunting (under 50 lbs) and medium game (50–300 lbs)

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What game is Hornady Superformance .223 Rem 50gr CX ammunition suited for?

This load is designed for varmints under 50 pounds and medium game in the 50–300 lb range, including coyotes. The 50-grain CX bullet is engineered to expand reliably on these targets while the flat trajectory from Superformance velocity gives you an edge at distance.

How much faster is Superformance ammunition than standard .223 loads?

Hornady's Superformance propellants deliver velocity gains of 100 to 200 fps compared to conventional ammunition in the same cartridge, without increasing felt recoil, chamber pressure, or muzzle blast.

Does temperature affect the performance of this ammunition?

No. Hornady Superformance ammunition is designed to deliver consistent performance across a broad range of temperatures, so you don't have to worry about velocity or accuracy shifts between cold mornings and hot afternoons in the field.

What's included in the case of 200 rounds?

A case contains 200 rounds total, packaged as ten boxes of 20 rounds each, making it easy to break down or keep together depending on your storage and shooting needs.