Last reviewed: 2026-04-19 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
For shooters drilling fundamentals under the clock or punching paper at 100+ yards, the Winchester USA Ready 223 Remington 62 grain Open Tip Match delivers match-grade accuracy at a training-grade price point. This is 223 Remington ammunition engineered around the Winchester Open Tip Jacketed Hollow Point — a thin-wall jacket, flat base, and aerodynamic ogive that cuts group size without the match ammo tax. You get 3065 fps muzzle velocity and 1293 ft-lbs energy at the muzzle, paired with Boxer-primed brass cases ready for reloading after the session. Winchester loads the USA Ready line in the United States using select-grade components — primers, propellant, and projectiles held to tighter tolerances than standard ball loads.
Built for the Box
The Open Tip Match projectile is Winchester’s most accurate range bullet. Unlike ball or traditional FMJ designs, the open tip construction centers the jacket around the core with minimal runout, and the thin wall allows controlled expansion if you transition this load to varmint work. The flat base simplifies bullet seating during reloading and maintains subsonic-to-transonic stability at extended range. Brass cases are reloadable — inspect, deprime, resize, and seat new projectiles for a second or third trip downrange. Non-corrosive Boxer primers ignite cleanly, and the powder charge is consistent enough that you’ll notice when your trigger press wanders before the ammo does.
Specs at a Glance
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 223 Remington |
| Bullet weight | 62 grains |
| Bullet type | Jacketed Hollow Point (Winchester Open Tip) |
| Muzzle velocity | 3065 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 1293 ft-lbs |
| Rounds/box | 200 (10 boxes of 20) |
| Case | Brass, reloadable |
| Primer | Boxer, non-corrosive |
| Intended use | Range & Target |
| Lead-free | No |
| Manufacturer | Winchester (USA) |
This load sits in the middle of the 223 Remington velocity band — faster than 55-grain ball, slower than the 40- and 50-grain varmint screamer loads. The 62-grain projectile carries more downrange energy than lighter bullets while maintaining supersonic flight past 400 yards, making it a practical choice for known-distance drills or PRS-style rimfire-to-centerfire transition work. Pack this for your next Winchester 223 ammo buy when you need accuracy you can reload and velocity you can trust.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Treat every firearm as loaded; keep muzzle pointed in a safe direction; keep finger off trigger until ready to fire; identify target and what lies beyond it.
- Verify current state and local laws before ordering — some jurisdictions restrict ammunition purchases or require permits.
- California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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