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This is chamberd in .223, will this safely fire 5.56mm since the bull barrel is able to withstand higher pressures? — 1 Answer

by Ncorke, from MI, United States Asked on July 18, 2022

Name Luth-AR .223 Bull Rifle Kit Minus Lower Receiver w/Fixed Stock (5)
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Answered by Ethan, Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on August 02, 2022

This Luth-AR .223 Bull Rifle Kit should not be used with 5.56. A barrel chambered in 5.56 can safely use both .223 and 5.56. The same applies for barrels in .223 Wylde. You can find out more from this how-to guide that explains the differences between 5.56 and .223:
https://www.opticsplanet.com/howto/223-remington-vs-5-56mm-nato-ammo.html

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