223 5.56×45 Ammo 55gr FMJ Federal American Eagle (XM193X) 500 Round Case for sale

Key Features

• Bullet Type: 55-grain full metal jacket (FMJ)
• Caliber:.223/5.56x45mm NATO
• Velocity: 3,165 ft/s
• Case: Brass, reloadable
• Primer: Boxer, non-corrosive
• Quantity: 500 rounds

Additional Information

• The bullet features a copper jacket and a lead core.
• The boat tail design enhances trajectory and reduces wind drift.
• The brass cases are annealed for added strength and durability, which may cause discoloration.

XM193 Series Overview

• Manufacturing: Produced by the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant for Federal Cartridge.
• Specifications: Follows Federal specifications typical for commercial ammunition.
• Quality: Considered first-run, first-quality ammunition.
• Purpose: Designed for commercial sale, not strictly adhering to military specifications but meeting commercial requirements for pressure, form, fit, and function.

Packaging Differences

• The “XM” designation indicates that the ammunition is intended for the consumer market rather than military use.
• Different SKUs (like XM193C, XM193F, XM193CBP) denote variations in packaging, not in the ammunition itself.
• XM193FC is packaged in 20-round boxes, with 25 boxes per 500-round case.

Performance and Intended Use

• Bullet: 55-grain full metal jacket (FMJ).
• Velocity: Approximately 3,165 fps (feet per second).
• Use: Suitable for AR-15 rifles and carbine courses, designed for chambers marked 5.56 NATO.
• Note: Not recommended for sporting rifle chambers marked.223 Remington due to potential pressure issues.