223 (5.56) Ammo

When you want something incredibly reliable, accuracy, and with a low recoil, the 223 Rem is the perfect round for you. Developed in 1964 during the Vietnam War, this lightweight, low recoil, high speed, accurate round has swept the world with its great advantages over heavier rounds. Whether you are looking to put meat on the table, defend yourself, win your next shooting match, or just plink around with the low recoil this great round provides, you have everything you need in this fantastic round.

PMC makes fantastic ammunition at a low price and even makes all the ammo for the South Korean military, showing just how good their ammo is. With these X-Tac Match rounds from PMC, you have the inexpensive, high speed, match ammunition you have been looking for. Firing at 2790 feet per second, these rounds shoot 77 grain, Sierra, open tip match bullets, giving you the incredible accuracy you have been looking for, helping you win your next shooting match with no problems.

Varmint hunters will appreciate the accuracy and lethality of this .223 Remington ammunition from Fiocchi. These cartridges feature Hornady V-MAX bullets that produce explosive fragmentation to take down everything from squirrels to coyotes quickly and efficiently.

This ammo comes packaged in a reusable Plano ammo can containing 200 cartridges. Each round fires a 50-grain version of the V-MAX polymer-tipped hollow point bullet at a muzzle velocity of 3,300 feet per second.

These cartridges are loaded at Fiocchi of America in Ozark, Missouri; the bullets are made by Hornady in Grand Island, Nebraska. This ammunition uses non-corrosive Boxer primers and reloadable brass cases.

The .223 Rem has been around since 1964 and has become one of the most popular rounds in the world. With its high velocity, low recoil, and light weight, the .223 Rem is great for several shooting applications including hunting, range training and competition shooting.

Since 1922, Federal has been manufacturing some of the best ammo in America. Headquartered in Anoka, Minnesota, all of Federal's ammunition is loaded in the USA.

These Power Shok rounds feature 64 grain soft point projectiles that are designed to deliver controlled, reliable expansion for medium game hunting. Each bullet is pressed into a boxer primed brass case that can be reloaded. Firing at 3050 feet per second, these rounds sacrifice a little velocity for more consistent trajectories and better energy transfer on target.

The American frontier is gone, but Hornady Frontier keeps going strong! This is the 223 Rem ammo you want to chamber when accuracy is key – grouping tight shots through paper, or landing a single bullet clean between a gopher’s peepers.

Hornady utilizes the industry’s most advanced loading equipment and protocol when they piece together a Frontier load. This American-made ammo’s brass cases are military-grade, and you can see by their annealing that they’re poised to reload several times. This ammo’s primers are also military-grade, which promotes consistent ballistics along with its uniform propellant charges and bullet weights.

Each bullet is Hornady’s accurate BTHP Match. It features its manufacturer’s Advanced Manufacturing Process jacket and a form-fitted swaged lead core, both of which enhance in-flight stability to ensure the meplat is always pointed at its target. The BTHP Match’s secant ogive profile, boat tail and narrow hollow point meplat all decrease in-flight drag to flatten trajectory. Zero in at 200 yards and you can expect only 7.5” of bullet drop at 300!

The BTHP Match’s hollow point doesn’t affect terminal ballistics by creating expansion. The impact of a 68 grain bullet alone ought to take care of most varmint hunting and self-defense applications, though.

Federal Premium believes every varmint has rights. More specifically, they believe every varmint has a right to get shot – by you. That’s what their Power-Shok 223 Rem ammo is all about!

’ If you’ve got an AR or any other kind of 5.56/223 Rem rifle, this is the ammo you need for all kinds of casual varminting. The 55 grain soft point bullet delivers consistent accuracy, and also reaches 200 yards with 700 ft lbs of varmint-flipping kinetic energy. The bullet’s bare lead tip and thin copper jacket enable it to undergo fast, expansion. Terminal ballistics like that annihilates coyote and woodchucks no sweat, but often leads to insufficiently deep penetration for medium game.

This box of twenty .22 cal prairie dog punishers was made in Anoka, MN. Federal exclusively loads fresh brass cases of their own making, as well as no-rust primers and low-residue propellant.

Your AR-15 or other .223/5.56 NATO rifle will make a formidable varmint gun when loaded with this .223 ammunition from Remington UMC.

Each round in this case of 200 fires a light 45 grain jacketed hollow point bullet at a muzzle velocity of 3,550 feet per second. This above-average velocity produces massive fragmentation for a quick kill against coyotes, rabbits, and other pest animals.

Remington UMC ammo is made in the USA using reloadable brass and non-corrosive Boxer primers.

The 223 Rem has been around since the 1960's and is one of the most popular rounds in the Western World due to its light weight, high speed, and low recoil. Whether you want to hunt medium game, take out varmints, defend your family, compete in a shooting match, or just plink around, the 223 Rem has all the accuracy, range, and speed you need to get the job done.

Federal has been pumping out some of America's favorite ammunition since 1922 and continues to make high quality products tailored too specific shooting applications. Federal ammunition is loaded in the USA using premium components and strict quality control measures.

These Power-Shok rounds utilize a 64 grain soft point bullet and reloadable brass cases. You can expect to see muzzle velocities around 3050 feet per second from the SP projectiles that offer consistent, controlled expansion for hunting applications. The Power-Shok line is engineered to deliver quality performance at an attractive price point.

The American Frontier no longer exists, but Hornady Frontier is alive and well. We’ve got a bunch of it in our warehouse, as a matter of fact, and it’s ready for action whether you’ve got long-distance shooting, varmint detail or home defense in your plans!

This 5.56x45 cartridge is designed to turn any AR-15 into a capable sniper rifle. It’s furnished with a heavyweight 68 grain bullet. It’ll stabilize best out of a rifle with a 1:8 barrel twist, but a little faster or slower twist will be okay as well. As a boat tail hollow point this bullet features a ballistically efficient profile and balanced, uniformly distributed lead core. It won’t expand inside of its target, but it’s certain to get there courtesy of its match grade accuracy.

Frontier ammo is non-corrosive, nonmagnetic, and made in America. This ammo’s military-grade brass cases are consistently drawn and chambered to help them reliably weave in and out of a chamber, and you can rest assured they’re good for handloading.

500 rounds of Israeli Military Industries 5.56x45mm ammo that'll have your gun firing for a while and your face smiling for even longer! The Boxer primer, 77 Grain Open Tip Match bullet and Brass cases on these New rounds make for the perfect companion for match or precision shooting, plinking at the range. Pick up some rounds today and you'll get fast shipping along with Widener's world class service.

Hunters of small and midsize game will appreciate the strong performance of this Black Hills soft point .223 Remington ammunition in the field.

Each round in this box of 50 propels a 60 grain soft point bullet to a muzzle velocity of 3,100 feet per second. This high velocity, which is characteristic of the .223/5.56 NATO caliber, is particularly advantageous with this bullet type as it promotes better mushrooming and terminal ballistics. Unlike hollow points, these projectiles will not fragment heavily and damage edible meat.

Black Hills ammunition is made in the USA using reloadable brass and non-corrosive primers.

This Federal Tactical 223 Rem ammunition is custom made for your urban rifle. Law Enforcement need something that will absolutely provide knockdown power and precision under extreme situations. This ammunition is designed for use in semi-automatic rifles and meets mil-spec qualifications for optimum functioning. Each round contains a soft point bullet and shoots a muzzle velocity of 3,220 feet per second.

Federal ammunition is headquartered in Anoka, Minnesota and manufactures a complete line of shotshell, centerfire, and rimfire ammunition. Federal is a legendary brand that has built a reputation on solid, reliable, and superior ammunition. You need the best, your life depends on it. Grab a few boxes today - you will be glad you did!

The 223 Rem was invented over a half a century ago and is still the major round used all around the Western World. Whether you are looking for something for taking down small and large game, defending yourself, winning a competition, or just plinking around in the woods behind your house, the 223 Rem has all the incredible speed, efficacy, and low recoil you need to perform any shooting need. Proven through extensive military, law enforcement, and civilian use, you can feel confident that the 223 Rem will perform according to your expectations.

For years, PMC has been making some of the best, inexpensive ammunition in the world. Manufacturing all the ammunition for the South Korean military, PMC is just who you want to buy from. With these 77 grain, open tip match, high pressure, X-Tac Match, brass cased, boxer primed rounds, firing at 2790 feet per second, you will have no trouble sighting in your rifle or winning your next shooting match, all the while saving money with these inexpensive rounds.

Black Hills Heavy Match ammo is perfect for accuracy oriented shooters who don't want the wind to dictate where their bullets land. Suitable for AR-15s and other .223/5.56 NATO rifles, this match grade .223 Remington ammunition is factory new and ideal for competitive use.

Each cartridge in this case of 1,000 fires a heavy 75 grain open tipped match bullet at 2,750 feet per second. The unusually heavy bullet trades a bit of muzzle velocity for enhanced stability and more consistent flight paths. 75 grain bullets maintain compatibility with a variety of rifling twists including the common 1/7, 1/8, and 1/9 configurations.

Black Hills is a renowned high end ammo manufacturer that fulfills special contracts for the US military. Their products are used for hunting, competitive shooting, and self defense. BHA is based in Rapid City, South Dakota and uses non corrosive primers and brass cases in its products.

Turn your AR-15, Mini-14, or other .223 Rem/5.56 NATO rifle into a fearsome varmint exterminator with this .223 Remington ammo from Hornady's Varmint Express series. These cartridges are loaded with V-MAX hollow point bullets with an aerodynamic polymer tip. V-MAX projectiles are designed to fragment rapidly to exterminate groundhogs, nutria, coyotes, and other pest animals.

Each cartridge in this bulk priced case of 200 fires a 55-grain bullet at a muzzle velocity of 3,240 feet per second. This results in trajectories similar to M193 mil-spec ball; for a varmint load, this ammo fires a relatively heavy bullet suitable for larger targets. The ballistic similarities between this ammo and common range loads makes for easy transitions between target shooting and hunting applications.

Hornady ammunition is produced in Grand Island, Nebraska using reloadable brass and non-corrosive primers. Originally founded in the 1940s as a manufacturer of high-end bullets, Hornady branched out into loaded ammo in the 1980s and offers products for defense, hunting, and competition use.

If you are a rifle owner who expects the finest precision and outstanding performance from your cartridges, then you need to order this 50-round box of cartridges from Black Hills Ammunition. These .223 Remington rounds are loaded with 75-grain heavy match hollow points bullets, giving them superior cycling in the weapon with precision and power to the target. You’ll be able to compete at the highest level with these excellent cartridges.

Coming out of the barrel, the heavy 75-grain projectile has a muzzle velocity of 2,760 feet per second. They also have a muzzle energy of 1,259 foot pounds. This drives straight-line accuracy while creating superb mushrooming and penetration.

Black Hills Ammunition is a company that specializes in top-quality shooting products. In fact, all branches of the military have purchased match ammunition from this American company, and law enforcement departments all over the country trust their ammunition for protecting citizens and officers.

Varmints don't stand a chance when you use this Remington UMC ammunition in your rifle. These .223 cartridges fire a jacketed hollow point bullet that produces massive fragmentation for a quick kill against small to midsize pest animals.

Each cartridge in this 20-round box propels a light 45 grain JHP to a muzzle velocity of 3,550 feet per second. This combination of a light bullet and a high velocity helps promote rapid expansion without increasing felt recoil or adding excessive penetration.

Remington ammo is loaded in Lonoke, Arkansas using non-corrosive primers and reloadable brass.

This .223 Remington ammo from Hornady's Varmint Express series delivers excellent performance against larger varmints as well as coyotes and other predators. These cartridges feature Hornady V-MAX polymer tipped hollow point bullets, which deliver excellent accuracy and fragment rapidly upon contact with an animal to effect a quick, clean kill with less risk of overpenetration.

Each cartridge in this box of 20 fires a 55-grain version of the V-MAX at a muzzle velocity of 3,240 feet per second. Compared to other varmint loads, this ammo fires a relatively heavy bullet at a medium velocity, producing external ballistics comparable to those of M193 ball. This is a plus for shooters who prefer minimal optics adjustment when transitioning between target shooting and hunting, and it enhances the load's terminal performance against larger animals.

Hornady ammo is loaded in Grand Island, Nebraska using non-corrosive Boxer primers and reloadable brass.

The 223 Rem has been around since the Vietnam War when it was invented to give the American soldiers the advantage over the communist enemy and has remained popular ever since among militaries, law enforcement agencies, and civilians. Whether you are looking to train at the range, compete in a shooting match, defend yourself, or put food on the table, the 223 Rem offers the lightweight, low recoil, high speed round you need to get the job done.

With over one hundred fifty years of experience, Winchester knows how to make some of the best ammunition in the country and has been one of the most popular and trusted ammo manufacturers since its founding. These Winchester Varmint-X, 40 grain, polymer tip, brass cased, boxer primed rounds fire at 3700 feet per second and hit with incredible expansion, making it incredibly lethal against the pesky varmints that scurry around your home. When you have a varmint problem, these Winchester Varmint-X, fast, accuracy, and deadly rounds are perfect for you.

No varmint knows what fate awaits it after death. But once it enters your crosshairs, it’s due to find out very shortly. If you’d like one of the better 223 Rem solutions to varmint-related problems, then Nosler Varmageddon series ammunition will see you there.

This cartridge is loaded with Nosler’s own 55 grain flat base tipped bullet. Its 3,100 fps muzzle velocity and respectable 0.260 G1 ballistic coefficient translate to an impressively flat trajectory which still carries over 250 ft lbs of energy at 500 yards – a cannon ball, as far as any burrowing critter is concerned.

The FB tipped bullet’s flat base provides a perfectly circular surface for propellant gasses to exert their energy against, which in turn provides bench-rest accuracy. On impact the bullet’s polymer tip pushes inward to violently force apart its copper-alloy jacket and lead-alloy core, so you can count on calamitous terminal expansion to make instant work of your little quarry.

Nosler loads fine ammunition in Bend, OR. Even a cursory inspection of their ammo’s premium brass cases, sensitive Boxer primers and uniform bullets should assure you that you got just the right stuff for precision varmint whacking.

You are the mighty AR-15 varmint hunter. Groundhogs and prairie dogs want to avoid you, but everyone else wants to be you. A hero like you would never stoop so low as to fire inferior ammo during his all-important mission. That’s why you select Sierra Prairie Enemy.

This 223 Rem cartridge features its manufacturer’s own 55 grain BlitzKing. Here you have a balanced, streamlined bullet which puts its 3,215 fps muzzle velocity to full use so it can boast a high G7 ballistic coefficient of 0.127. Such a bullet needn’t rise even five inches on its way to a 300 yard target, and it still packs over 300 ft lbs of killing energy at 500 yards!

This boat tail bullet’s polymer tip doesn’t just center and streamline its meplat, however. That acetyl resin spear rams inward as it penetrates a varmint’s flesh to commence absolute disruption of its thin copper jacket. The BlitzKrieg thus manages to nearly instantly dump all of its energy within its waiting target – a truly commanding kill.

Sierra loads their Prairie Enemy ammo with the same attention to detail they’d engage for any of their match rounds. Each round’s primer, propellant charge, and brass case are standardized to promote reliable ballistic performance.

You’re not messing around. You’re going to prove that “effective range” is merely a concept by covering insane distances with your 223 Rem rifle – and Hornady Superformance is precisely the 223 Rem ammo you need to do it!

This cartridge is loaded with a big boy 75 grain projectile. That extra mass equals greater inertia, ergo higher resistance to wind deflection hundreds of yards downrange. As a hollow point boat tail, the bullet possesses the form-fitted lead core it needs to exhibit formidable rotational stability and the tapered base that helps to conserve momentum.

Whereas your run of the mill 223 round’s 55gr FMJ achieves a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.243, this round’s tack driver of a 75gr HPBT has a G1 BC of 0.395. In other words, its trajectory will peak at about 5.23” before it reaches a 300-yard bullseye (assuming your rifle has a 24” barrel, which is the test barrel length Hornady used to record this round’s 2,930 fps muzzle velocity, and your sights are set 1.5” high).

Hornady’s Superformance Match series ammo achieves a muzzle velocity that’s about 200 fps higher – without producing more unwanted recoil, muzzle blast, fouling or chamber pressure in the process. This ammo hails from Nebraska, where Hornady loaded it with their highest-quality reloadable brass cases and primers.

Please note: Despite its appearance, the HPBT will not deliver terminal expansion. It is solely designed for accuracy.

Competitive shooters prize Black Hills ammunition for its consistently high performance. These 5.56 NATO cartridges are perfect for precision shooting with an AR-15 or other 5.56x45mm rifles.

Each round in this box of 50 fires a 69 grain open tipped match bullet at 2,875 feet per second. The use of a relatively heavy bullet provides more stable and predictable trajectories for your shots at the cost of some muzzle velocity; since terminal ballistics is irrelevant for match use, this trade-off is a no-brainer!

Black Hills ammo is loaded in Rapid City, South Dakota using reloadable brass and non-corrosive primers.

Originally designed for law enforcement, this Federal ammunition is a great defense or small game hunting load for AR-15s and other .223 Remington/5.56 NATO rifles.

Each round in this box of 20 fires a 64 grain soft point bullet at 3,050 feet per second. Soft point projectiles are a great choice for this caliber, as the .223's high velocity gives the bullet excellent expansion potential.

These cartridges are loaded in Anoka, Minnesota using non-corrosive Boxer primers and reloadable brass cases.

You can get fantastic 5.56x45mm ammunition by ordering a few of these boxes from the Israeli Military Institute. Each one of these boxes holds 20 fantastic cartridges that are extremely reliable in autoloading rifles. They have 77-grain ammunition that will cycle smoothly through the chamber and deliver the speed, accuracy, and performance you want at the target.

These rounds have OTM bullets, which stands for “Open Tip Match.” While this type of bullet is similar in design to a jacketed hollow point, they are not the same thing. OTM bullets have a slightly different build that is ideal for long range and precision target shooting and training. They deliver different terminal ballistics and unique flight patterns and behavior compared to a typical jacketed hollow point.

Many gun owners choose to load military-grade ammo like these cartridges. They are known for being more reliable, both in the feeding cycle and downrange, with tighter grouping and straighter trajectories.

The .223 Remington has become one of the leading rounds in the country, and few brands make such a high-quality product like Federal Premium Ammunition. This round uses a hollow point boat tail bullet to deliver reliable downrange accuracy and effective performance upon impact.

This round has a muzzle velocity of 2,950 feet per second and a muzzle energy of 1,333 foot pounds. This makes it highly effective for medium to long range target shooting and hunting. With this box of 20, you should have enough for a full day of hunting.

Federal Premium Ammunition is one of the most recognized ammo brands for accuracy and reliability. They have been making high-quality rounds since 1922, and have provided rounds for hunters, target shooters, and all types of gun owners. With rounds for all the most popular calibers, as well as muzzleloading and reloading supplies, Federal is a go-to choice for all of your ammo needs.

Varmints may be troublesome – but they’re not stupid. If you shoot one with an inferior bullet he’s going to use his dying breaths to make fun of you. Hunt varmints with extreme accuracy and commanding terminal performance with Sierra’s Prairie Enemy ammo instead!

This 223 Rem round delivers the awesome accuracy of Sierra’s BlitzKing. It is a streamlined bullet with a sloping boat tail base and piercing polymer tip, able to shrug off drag as it retains well over half of its starting velocity at the 400 yard mark. When its tip connects with a varmit, the BlitzKing’s thin-walled jacket instantly ruptures outward to overwhelm that target with disastrous fragmentation! Picture the accuracy of a MatchKing with the terminal effect of a firecracker, and you have a good grasp on what the BlitzKing has to offer.

Sierra carefully seats their varmint buster in a freshly minted brass case. The case’s uniform wall thickness and strong brass construction both lend themselves to intensely reliable performance. This round’s non-corrosive primer and clean burning propellant create a steady chamber pressure while reducing internal fouling.

Hornady Superformance ammunition leverages advances in propellant technology to produce high-velocity loads that don't increase barrel wear or fouling. This higher velocity is a particularly useful advance for varmint loads, which depend on rapid fragmentation for their terminal effectiveness.

Each .223 Remington cartridge in this 20-round box fires a 53 grain polymer-tipped V-MAX hollow point bullet at a 3,465 feet per second.

Hornady ammo is made in Grand Island, Nebraska using non-corrosive primers and reloadable brass cases.

Developed during the Vietnam War, the 223 Rem has become one of the most popular rounds in the Western World among militaries, civilians, and law enforcement. Whatever your needs are, whether they be hunting medium game, eradicating varmints, defending your home, or competing in a shooting competition, the 223 Rem is the perfect round for you with its fantastic, low recoil, phenomenal accuracy, and amazing speed.

Hornady has been around since the end of World War Two and has come to be one of the most innovative ammunition providers in the world, making just the high quality and effective ammo you need. These Hornady Non-Toxic, 35 grain, polymer tipped rounds fire at the incredible velocity of 4000 feet per second and produce massive expansion and have fantastic terminal performance, making these the perfect rounds for taking out even the speediest varmints out there.

Do you want to stamp true cloverleafs into your target? Then you’d better fire ammunition that was made for the job! Remington loads this 223 Rem cartridge with Sierra’s 77 grain MatchKing so you can squeeze the best accuracy out of your rifle yet!

The MatchKing is an extremely high-quality hollow point boat tail projectile. Unlike a pistol cartridge’s JHP, the BTHP’s nose cavity is not meant to deliver terminal expansion inside game. Instead it allowed Sierra to pour liquid lead into the MatchKing’s thin and concentric jacket, thus creating a uniform and flawless core. Together the MatchKing’s ballistic jacket profile and boat tail both minimize drag to the greatest extent possible. Its exceptionally heavy 77 grain weight also helps the MatchKing to retain momentum which prevents gentle breezes from blowing it very far off of its intended trajectory.

Remington’s highest-quality brass case and match primer tie the whole package together. So long as you’re using the recommended 1:6", 1:7" or 1:8" rate of twist for a 77 grain projectile, you can expect this ammo’s flat trajectories to retain supersonic velocity well past the 800-yard line!

This 223 Rem cartridge from Hornady’s Critical Defense line of ammunition is optimized in every way to help you keep your home uninfluenced by burglars. The round’s 55 grain FTX projectile features the Flex Tip, which compresses into the bullet upon impact in order to initiate rapid expansion. The Flex Tip works reliably even at lower velocities, and optimizes performance in lever action rifles as well.

The FTX bullet also features an InterLock ring, which mechanically locks its high antimony lead core and specially engineered heavy jacket together to provide stellar weight retention during penetration. This bullet additionally offers a flat trajectory and great accuracy thanks to its secant ogive profile.

Thanks to this round’s casing’s nickel plating, it’s very easy to spot during a chamber check in a darkened environment. Furthermore, its specially formulated propellant reduces both recoil and muzzle flash, so you can count on firing rapid follow-up shots in the dark as well.

This 200-round case of 5.56mm NATO ammunition is a great purchase for competitive match use or for testing out a new high-class build from Desert Tech or LaRue Tactical. Each round utilizes a 75-grain hollow point boat tail (HPBT) projectile which exhibits superb accuracy due to its measured internal balance, consistent outer dimensions, and aerodynamic shape. In addition, a toothed cannelure keeps the heavyweight bullet firmly seated within its crimp so that recoil vibrations don't upset final shot placement.

The reloadable brass casing of each cartridge is filled with a potent charge with powder, like all Superformance rounds, which produces breathtaking muzzle velocity for flatter shooting out to greater distances. This propellant accepts a spark from a non-corrosive Boxer primer which is accompanied by sealant that prevents moisture from ruining its ignition quality. Hornady's projectiles and finished ammo are supported by expertise that dates back all the way to 1949.

This 223 Rem cartridge from Hornady’s Critical Defense line of ammunition features a 73 grain FTX projectile. The heavy FTX is able to penetrate deeply, and is prevented from shedding very much of its weight during penetration by its InterLock ring. The FTX’s secant ogive profile grants it the ballistic coefficient needed for accuracy at longer ranges. The FTX’s Flex Tip reliably initiates powerful expansion even at lower velocities, and additionally serves to protect the hollow point from clogging with fabric and other media.

A Critical Defense cartridge’s factory fresh brass casing is plated with nickel, which enhances its ability to cycle seamlessly through a semi-automatic weapon and safeguards it against corrosion caused by atmospheric moisture. If you ever have to engage a threat in the nighttime, you’ll appreciate how this round’s low-flash propellant emits little light when ignited, protecting your vision so you can continue firing accurately.

Barnes Precision Match ammunition is here to treat you to some of the best accuracy you’ve ever witnessed! This 223 Rem cartridge features the Match Burner – a 77 grain open tip match boat tail projectile that is designed for competitive shooting events!

First things first: an OTM bullet is not intended for hunting or home defense, simply because its hollow point nose cavity isn’t engineered for terminal expansion. The OTM’s meplat has a narrow aperture because liquid lead was poured through it – hence the bullet’s voidless, balanced, and rearward-situated core. The bullet’s narrow tip, tapered tail, and sleek, thin jacket are all in the service of minimizing drag, increasing downrange momentum, and enhancing precision. Its massive 77 grain weight gives the bullet greater resistance to wind drift as well (Barnes recommends a barrel twist of 1:8” or faster for this ammo).

This round has a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.349. Many variables will determine exactly which trajectory the bullet follows, but you can realistically expect around -9.57” drop at 300 yards when you set your rifle’s 1.5” high sights on a 200-yard zero.

Barnes loads this ammo in Utah with match primers, fastidiously measured propellant charges, and new brass cases that belong at a reloading press once they have been emancipated from their bullets.

You’ve built yourself a beautiful 5.56x45 MSR, replete with every bell and whistle under the sun. But without beautiful 5.56x45 ammo, that MSR’s accuracy won’t amount to a hill of beans. What are you going to do about it? Give up your favorite hobby? Not bloody likely. You’re going to order yourself a whole case of 5.56 match ammo by Black Hills – the same company that delivers the good to U.S. military sniper teams!

Sierra’s MatchKing projectile features a thin and concentric jacket, a uniformly distributed solid lead core, and a sleek jacket profile. The Missouri company’s MatchKing Tipped has all of that plus a ballistically efficient acetyl resin tip, as well as an ogive that is even further optimized to curtail in-flight drag. This round’s projectile is also a heavy boy at 77 grains, which helps it conserve more of the momentum it needs in order to thumb its nose at cross and vertical winds. The TMK is solely designed for long-range accuracy; if you expect it to expand after impact, it will fail to satisfy your expectations.

Every round in this 10-box case of ammo is loaded with a reusable brass case, match Boxer primer, and propellant charge that produces a very reliable ~2,750 fps muzzle velocity in conjunction with a 20” barrel.

Barnes is highly regarded for the quality of their solid copper bullets – but the old Utahan company certainly knows how to make a great traditional lead-core bullet as well. For proof of that you need look no further than this Precision Match series 5.56x45 ammunition, which features the Match Burner open tip match boat tail projectile!

This round’s OTM BT is a big boy at 69 grains. It’ll supply you with a lower muzzle velocity of 2,900 fps, but that pays off in the form of superior downrange momentum – precisely the property which gives a bullet greater immunity to wind drift. The OTM BT’s match jacket, tapered tail, form-fitted lead core and hypodermic needle-like tip give the bullet the balance and sleek profile it requires to exhibit a 0.330 ballistic coefficient. That translates to 300-yard trajectory which pinnacles at 6.4”, as well as supersonic velocity until approximately 850 yards.

You may already know this, but the OTM BT is unsuitable for hunting game larger than varmints. The bullet may technically have a nose cavity, although that feature is not designed to initiate terminal expansion at any velocity. As such the OTM BT’s terminal ballistics are pretty much identical to an FMJ’s.

Match-grade primers, expertly loaded propellant and top-end reloadable brass cases complete Barnes’ awesomely accurate Match Burner bullets. Order a box or five and prepare to witness your 5.56 rifle’s true potential!

These heavyweight 5.56x45mm loads stretch the limits of their caliber thanks to Hornady's Superformance Match standards. In general, Superformance loads utilize unique propellant blends to achieve muzzle velocities that are well beyond the norm; that's why these rounds launch 75-grain BTHP projectiles at 2,910 feet-per-second from a 20-inch barrel, lending them amazing range capability for match use or long-range shooting in general.

The powder is contained within a reloadable brass casing which has a small amount of moisture-sealant in its primer pocket along with a Boxer primer; this arrangement guarantees reliable ignition under any conditions. The 75-grain BTHP at the top of the cartridge has a boat tail rear, tapered ogive, and tiny hollow tip for drag resistance which contributes to smaller groups. The bullet is built by feeding lead through the bullet's hollow point in order to build a dense core free of distortion while leaving the copper AMP jacket's pristine dimensions untouched.