223 self-defense ammo ?

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55gr ball will hit hard, tumble a bit, then come apart with great force.

I recently saw pics of someone shot through the thigh with 55gr ball from an AR. The hole left in the thigh was fist sized, as the temporary cavity didn't close much. The shock from the temporary cavity had enough force to break the femur.

I'm of the mind that if that hit centermass, it would be over pretty quick.

For a "better than average" load, I like the Hornady V Max 55gr.

I found the pictures I referenced. I'll post a link below. To some, it will be quite graphic, and I'd warn that if you are sensitive to such things, that you do not follow the link. If mods object, please delete. As is normal, some folks say that there is no way this was a 223...

Last chance to not click...
Why you do not want to get shot with an M16...(Warning: Disturbing photograph)