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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Speer Gold Dot Nickel Plated Brass .223 Rem 55-Grain 20-Rounds SP
Speer Gold Dot delivers exceptional performance in a consistent and reliable load. Each box contains 20 rounds of 55 grain .223 Remington with soft point bullets and nickel-plated brass casings
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PMC Ammunition X-Tac Match Brass .223 Rem 77 Grain 20-Rounds OTM
PMC X-Tac Match raises the bar for competitive load shots with its precision, performance, and reliability. Each box contains 20 rounds of 77 grain .223 Remington with open tip match bullets.
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Federal American Eagle Brass .308 Win 150-Grain 20-Rounds FMJBT
Federal American Eagle delivers a reliable and consistent load with great performance. Each box contains 20 rounds of 150 grain .308 Winchester with full metal jacket boat tail bullets and brass casings.
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Federal PWRSHK 300WIN 150GR SP 20rds
Federal PowerShok, 300WIN, 150 Grain, Soft Point 300WGS$29.99 -
Federal F6555FS1 6.5X55 140 Fusion 20rds
Federal 6.5×55 Swede 140 Grain Fusion$29.99 -
Federal Premium V-Shok Brass .224VAL 60 Grain 20-Rounds NBT
Federal Premium V-Shok is built for long-range precision varmint hunting with its boat-tail and polymer tip design. Each box consists of 20 rounds of 60 grain .224 Valkyrie with Nosler ballistic tip bullets and brass casings.
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PPU PPM7 Match 182 Grain 7.62x54mmR 20 Rounds Full Metal Jacket
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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Winchester Wildcat Rimfire Ammo
Winchester Wildcat Rimfire Ammo
SKU: 2793379
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Cartridge or Gauge : .22 Long Rifle
Model Number : WW22LRB
Grain : 40 Grain
Velocity (fps) : 1255
Bullet Type : Hollow Point
Quantity : 500 Rounds
$29.99