The .223 Remington, also chambered as 5.56×45mm NATO in military specification, is one of the most widely used centrefire calibres in the UK, particularly among fox controllers, deer stalkers and long-range target shooters. Its flat trajectory and moderate recoil make it effective at ranges up to 400 metres, and the cartridge is used on foxes and certain deer species under relevant Home Office guidance.
All .223 rifles require a Firearms Certificate (FAC) from your local police force. Following the Firearms (Amendment) Act 1988, centrefire semi-automatic rifles are prohibited in Great Britain, so listings on Gunstar will be bolt-action or straight-pull formats.
Popular makes include Tikka, Sako, Howa, CZ, Remington and Ruger in bolt-action, and Browning and B&T in straight-pull configurations. The calibre has a strong secondhand market in the UK, with good examples available across a wide price range.
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