Yes, the barrel is stamped 5.56 NATO so it will safely shoot 5.56 ans 223 ammunition.

It can handle both .223 and 5.56 Yes 5.56 NATO (accepts .223 Remington)-- Specifications and Features: Mossberg 65074 5.56 NATO (accepts .223 Remington) Direct gas impingement semi automatic 16.5" barrel with A2 flash hider 1:8" twist 30 rounds capacity M-LOK free float aluminum handguard Rail mounted front and rear adjustable sights Six position collapsible stock Overall length 35.75" Weight 6.75 lbs Black

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It can handle both .223 and 5.56 Yes 5.56 NATO (accepts .223 Remington)-- Specifications and Features: Mossberg 65074 5.56 NATO (accepts .223 Remington) Direct gas impingement semi automatic 16.5" barrel with A2 flash hider 1:8" twist 30 rounds capacity M-LOK free float aluminum handguard Rail mounted front and rear adjustable sights Six position collapsible stock Overall length 35.75" Weight 6.75 lbs Black

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Hi Christopher, Yes 5.56 NATO (accepts .223 Remington)-- Specifications and Features:
Mossberg 65074
5.56 NATO (accepts .223 Remington)
Direct gas impingement semi automatic
16.5" barrel with A2 flash hider
1:8" twist
30 rounds capacity
M-LOK free float aluminum handguard
Rail mounted front and rear adjustable sights
Six position collapsible stock
Overall length 35.75"
Weight 6.75 lbs
Black