[Eaker]

Well, we can all have our own opinions.

The round is high velocity but not high power in MY opinion.

[Pollster1]

The round is high velocity but not high power in MY opinion.

.44 magnum muzzle energy: 1650ft·lbs

.223 muzzle energy: 1300ft·lbs

Actual values may vary depending on barrel length and bullet weight, but the .223 is a rifle round with less muzzle energy than a large caliber pistol.

In comparison, the .308 Winchester muzzle energy is about 2700ft·lbs, and the .338 Lapua Magnum approaches 5000ft·lbs (again depending on bullet weight, powder load, and barrel length). For extreme sports enthusiasts, the Barrett M82 chambered in .50 Caliber BMG (800 grain) has a muzzle energy over 14,000ft·lbs.

[LibLieSlayer]

All one has to do is shoot a .308/7.62 NATO or shoot a .223/5.56 NATO and I can guarantee you that the shooter will know what a High Powered caliber versus a pop gun caliber is all about. The .223/5.56 NATO round was developed so that the Military could carry more ammo into battle and reduce the cost of the ammo along with the weight. Both will kill you dead... but the argument here is that those that are wanting to take away the US Constitution are not even fluent in terminology... much less reality.

LLS