Rifle ammo
The vast majority of bullets are constructed of a solid lead core with a copper covering (called a “jacket”) that contains the lead. Lead is used because it’s an extremely dense, yet cheap metal, making it perfect for giving projectiles their weight while keeping the overall size small. Copper is used because it’s strong enough to keep the softer lead from de-forming, but soft enough to allow the gun’s rifling to “grip” the bullet.
The copper jacket starts out as a cup, having been cut from a long sheet. Through a process called “drawing,” the cup is lengthened and shaped to fit the profile of the projectile they’re making. These cups will eventually end up as jackets for 5.56 NATO rounds.
However, while this process is very efficient, it’s extremely difficult to actually get the metal to encase the entire lead core without any gaps. To keep production costs down, bullet manufacturers usually leave one end of the projectile open. Which end is open – and how that’s done – determines the classification of the projectile.
Here are three 150 grain .308 caliber bullets (a “grain” is a unit of bullet weight). And while they look very similar, the way in which they were manufactured is very different. The first projectile on the left is a “full metal jacket” (FMJ) round with a solid copper point. The other two are an open tip and a soft point bullet respectively, with openings in the copper at the tips of the projectiles.
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PMC Ammunition X-Tac M855 5.56 NATO 62GR Green Tip LAP 20Rds
X-Tac 556 62 Grain LAP – Light Armor Piercing 20 round box of ammo. Grab this deal and start shooting! GRAB 1 BOX OR 100 with FLAT SHIPPING ON AMMO!$16.99$22.99 -
PPU PP30063 Metric Rifle 139 Grain 6.5x57mm Mauser 20 Rounds Soft Point Boat Tail
PPU PP30063 Metric Rifle 6.5x57mm Mauser ammo is an excellent choice for competitive and recreational shooting applications. This fantastic ammunition is well known to provide excellent results, delivering excellent accuracy and reliability. PPU PP30063 Metric Rifle 6.5x57mm Mauser ammunition features 139 grains and is positive functioning with great accuracy.
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Hornady Black .450 Bushmaster 250 GR FTX 20 Rounds
Be ready for your next hunt with Hornady`s Black in 450 Bushmaster with a 250 grain, flex tip you will be sure to stop your prey in it`s tracks.$18.99$29.99Hornady Black .450 Bushmaster 250 GR FTX 20 Rounds
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Federal American Eagle XM 5.56 NATO 62 Grain 20-Rounds FMJBT
Federal American Eagle XM uses quality components to deliver reliable and consistent high-performance rounds for every shot. This round is great for a day at the range
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Federal American Eagle .223Rem 62GR FMJ 20Rds
Federal American Eagle, 223REM, 62 Grain, Full Metal Jacket AE223N
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Hornady Frontier Cartridge Rifle Ammo Brass 5.56 20-Rounds 55 Grain FMJ
American made ammunition comes to your home and range with this Hornady Frontier Cartridge rifle ammo. Whether you’re a target shooter or a varmint hunter, you’ll want to choose Frontier Cartridge over and over again.
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Winchester Ammunition Target and Range Jacketed Frangible 5.56 50gr 20rds
Winchester 5.56 frangible ammo is a great choice for high volume training and target shooting indoors or outdoors. The lead-free jacketed bullet and lead-free primer reduces airborne lead, and lead buildup in bullet traps. The rapid breakup of the bullet upon impact also minimizes the risk of ricochet or splash. Ideal for use in your AR or other modern sporting rifles this reliable training in target round is packaged 20 rounds per box.
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CCI Ammunition Varmint TNT Green Brass .17 HMR 16-Grain 50-Rounds HP
CCI Varmint TNT Green delivers a reliable and consistent clean-firing load. Each box contains 50 rounds of 16 grain .17 HMR with hollow-point bullets and brass casings.
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PPU PPM6 Match 120 Grain 6.5×55 Swedish 20 Rounds Hollow Point Boat Tail
Those looking for accuracy frequently select PPU Match Centerfire Rifle Ammunition as it produces accurate shooting in both longer and shorter distances. Match ammunition is designed to be ideal for competition due to the high accuracy offered.
This accuracy is the result of special production procedures that require adherence to exacting specifications and measurements. When loading ammunition PPU relies on primers that are reliable and offer uniform quality as well as powders that have been chosen for their consistent ballistics. The final product undergoes a rigorous inspection to ensure only high-quality products leave the manufacturer.
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PPU Metric Rifle Brass 7.65 X 53 174-Grain 20-Rounds FMJ
PPU’s high-quality Metric Rifle ammunition accommodates the large assortment of foreign military and commercial firearms that have entered the U.S. market since WWII.
$21.49