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Copper Hollow Point
Experience unmatched performance with Shell Tech’s 556 NATO ammo, now featuring a monolithic copper hollow point design, carefully engineered for controlled opening on impact to maximize penetration while delivering optimal hydrostatic shock. Tailored for home and self-defense enthusiasts who demand excellence, our top-quality 5.56 NATO ammo round with these environmentally safe, lead-free projectiles, combined with Shell Shock Technologies’ pioneering NAS³ casings, set a new standard in ammunition.
Ideal for home defense strategists, competitive shooters, or new firearm owners, Shell Tech’s 5.56×45 NATO rounds offer the reliability and precision vital for both critical defense scenarios and rigorous training sessions. At a competitive price, our ammo meets the needs of regular shooters aiming to elevate their preparedness and performance. Opt for our advanced, lead-free 5.56×45 ammunition with monolithic copper hollow point projectiles for supreme quality in home and self-defense. These projectiles deliver petal expansion to twice the bullet diameter for superior performance. Discover our range of high-performance ammunition today and see why more defenders and shooters choose Shell Tech’s 556 NATO ammo for their critical needs.
55gr/ 3,150fps/ 1,212 ft-lbs.
Key Features
Made In United States of America
WARNING: This product can expose you to Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
The 5.56x45mm NATO ammo, widely recognized as the 5.56 NATO, stands as a cornerstone military cartridge, integral to the United States Armed Forces’ arsenal since its debut in 1964. Celebrated for its unwavering reliability and superior performance, the 5.56 NATO ammo has also carved a significant niche among civilian shooters, particularly those who prefer military-style semi-automatic rifles.
Sporting a rimless, tapered bottleneck design, the 5.56 NATO ammo spans 44.70mm (1.76 inches) in length. It features a base diameter of 9.58mm, narrowing to a 6.43mm neck diameter, and is tailored to accommodate a boat-tailed bullet of 5.70mm or .224 inch in diameter. The total length of the cartridge is 57.40mm (2.26 inches), optimizing it for a broad spectrum of shooting endeavors.
The original loading of the 5.56x45mm NATO ammo carried a 55-grain (gr) lead bullet, a design that has demonstrated remarkable efficacy. This 55-grain projectile strikes a perfect harmony between speed and accuracy, rendering it an excellent selection for diverse shooting scenarios. Its meticulously engineered mass and composition deliver peak performance, underpinning its reliability and effectiveness.
Ignition for the 5.56 NATO ammo is achieved with a small rifle primer, and its maximum pressure, as specified by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI), spans from 55,000 to 58,000 pounds per square inch (psi), with certain variants engineered to endure up to 62,000 psi.
Transitioning from its military origins, the 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition has seamlessly integrated into the civilian market in the United States, securing its position as a favored choice among fans of military-style semi-automatic carbines. Its adaptability and superior performance continue to endorse it as a preferred selection for both military and civilian shooters.
Recent developments in 5.56 NATO ammo have seen the introduction of copper hollow point projectiles, offering enhanced performance, particularly in terms of accuracy and terminal ballistics. These copper hollow point bullets provide significant advantages, including reduced barrel wear and the potential for increased lethality, due to their expansion upon impact. This evolution underscores the 5.56 NATO’s adaptability and sustained relevance in modern shooting disciplines.
This comprehensive guide to the 5.56x45mm NATO ammo underscores its design evolution, performance specifications, and its broad appeal across military and civilian sectors. Whether you’re an experienced marksman or new to the firearms community, familiarizing yourself with the specifications and potential of the 5.56 NATO, especially with the addition of copper hollow point projectiles, can significantly enhance your shooting experience.
| Caliber | 5.56×45 |
|---|---|
| Nature | Copper Hollow Point |
