3 of 3 .223 WSSM factory loads carry 250 ft·lb and expansion velocity for coyote; the best reach 650 yd (Hornady Superformance Varmint 55 gr V-MAX). Ranked, with the drop chart for each.
| Load | gr | Max ethical yd | MV fps | 500 yd ft·lb | Shoulder shot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hornady Superformance Varmint 55 gr V-MAX | 55 | 650 | 3,850 | 471 | behind the shoulder only |
| Winchester Super-X 55 gr Pointed Soft Point | 55 | 600 | 3,850 | 407 | behind the shoulder only |
| Winchester 64 gr Power-Point | 64 | 600 | 3,600 | 398 | behind the shoulder only |
Predator-size animals: 200–300 ft·lb is the quoted band. Placement is everything on a 5″ chest. Floor used: 250 ft·lb at impact plus the bullet's published expansion velocity. Orange = a target or varmint bullet (construction, not energy); red = never carries the energy. Sources: www.grandviewoutdoors.com.