Im shooting 50 grain soft points in a 223 semi-auto and the bullets are coming apart in flight. Whats wrong with these bullets?
A. Nothing. Most likely, your rifle has a twist rate of 1-7 inches, intended for 62 grain military ammo. Several bullet makers compared notes and all had the same observation: muzzle velocities over 2800 ft/sec in a 7″ twist will tear apart conventional 22 caliber bullets. Try our 62 grain FMJ or 70 grain semi-spitzer to keep bullets together. Handloaders must be aware of twist rate when shopping for a 223 rifle. The standard 12″ twist is best for varmint-class bullets.
