M855 VS. M193 – WHICH ONE IS BEST? - Arms Plug
M855 VS. M193 – WHICH ONE IS BEST? Before we break down the difference between the two rounds, first we need to understand that these configurations are NOT for a .223 chambered rifle. The M855 and M193 are 5.56×45 NATO caliber, which while derived from the .223 Rem.—are not the same. The 5.56 NATO caliber has a much higher power load than the civilian .223, so make sure your rifle can handle the increased 5.56 pressure before sending one of these pills downrange. Keep in mind, the difference between the M193 vs M855 is small, and though the military may have moved on, that doesn’t mean the M855 is necessarily best for you as well. Wolf Gold, the gold standard in cheap and effective M193 training ammo WHAT IS THE M193? The M193 is essentially the standard, average, or ‘run of the mill’ 5.56 rounds. Used in massive quantities by our troops overseas; the M193 is a 55 grain, lead cored, full metal jacket pr...