.223/5.56 JHP recommendations

[tharper]

Good friend of mine's family has land near Eufala Lake and I was told I was more than welcome(after deer hunting season is over) to go do some pig hunting. I guess they're all over the place and they want them thinned out at least. I have a couple mags of Hornady TAP 75gr JHP, but I cant' get my hands on anymore of that at the price I paid for what I already have. Looking for some solid JHP that will do some serious damage.

 

[ASP785]

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/46...nes-triple-shock-x-bullet-lead-free-box-of-20

I would recommend a 62 + grain loading with A Barnes bullet such as what is listed above. I have also used the 60 grain Nosler partition bullet with success as well.

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/89...remington-60-grain-nosler-partition-box-of-20

 

[Oklahomabassin]

I think you will be far better off with a soft point for anything over 125#. Accuracy of course trumps any bullet construction with a .223. Right behind the ear with a .17HMR will drop a 250 pound hog just as quick at a .308 right behind the ear.

 

[tharper]

Thanks for the tips guys. I figured 60 grain and up would be optimal. I've read good things about Barnes bullets.

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[Hump66]

Barnes 70gr TSX. Kills them DRT.

 

[AKguy1985]

I'm sure winchester PDX1 or the razorback ammo would work well too.

 

[turkeyrun]

Barnes VorTX 62gr. same bullet as the Rem Razorback but cheaper. Amazing performance on whitetail, haven't put one in a hog YET, the hogs ain't cooperating.
@nd choice would be the Win 64gr PSP.

 

[n423]

Razorback XT in .223 has a 64-grain will do it.