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Is this upper shoot both 223 and 556 or only 223? — 2 Answers

by Norman, from NY, United States Asked on March 17, 2018

Name DPMS A3 Panther Sweet 16 Bull Barrel Assembly 16 Inch Stainless Steel FTBL-LR-03
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Answered by Armando R., Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on May 20, 2018

It is highly recommended that the user only shoot .223 ammo through the barrel as it is chambered for .223. Shooting 5.56 is not advised because of the minute differences and higher pressures of the 5.56.

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Answered by Javo D, member, from TX, United States, on May 12, 2018

No. It’s recommened to use .223 only.

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