FN 5.56 Ammo for Sale

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

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Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

BTHP

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

68 grain

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Brand:

PMC

Bullet Type:

LAP

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

62 grain

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Brand:

PMC

Barrel Length:

20"

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

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Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

FMJ

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

1000

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

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Brand:

PMC

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail

Caliber:

7.62x51mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

147 grain

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Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

BTHP

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

75 grain

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket Lead Core

Caliber:

7.62x51mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

149 grain

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Brand:

CCI

Bullet Type:

FULL METAL JACKET (FMJ)

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

150

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

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Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

InterLock HD

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

75 grain

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Brand:

Prvi Partizan

Bullet Type:

FMJBT

Caliber:

7.62x51mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

145 grain

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

150

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

62 grain

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Brand:

Prvi Partizan

Bullet Type:

FULL METAL JACKET BOAT TAIL (FMJBT)

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

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Brand:

Hornady

Bullet Type:

CX

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

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Brand:

Fiocchi

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

50

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

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Brand:

Barnes

Bullet Type:

OTM BOAT TAIL

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Grains:

69 grain

Rounds:

20

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

200

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

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(0)

Brand:

PMC

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

200

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

500

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

62 grain

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Brand:

PMC

Barrel Length:

20"

Bullet Type:

Light Armor Piercing

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

5

Finish Per Color:

Blued / Hardwood

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Brand:

Frontier Cartridge

Bullet Type:

HOLLOW POINT MATCH

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

55 grain

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Brand:

Barnes Bullets

Bullet Type:

TSX BOAT TAIL

Caliber:

5.56×45mm NATO

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

70 grain

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Marketplace Insights ★ 4.6/5 based on 1951 customer reviews across 2004 variants from 63 retailers

Highly reliable firearms and ammunition with excellent value; minor complaints about hand rail designs and out-of-box trigger quality.

What customers like

Reliability & Performance42%
Haven't experience any failures so far.
Excellent Value for Price35%
Best bang for your bucks.
Accuracy & Shooting Quality28%
shooting tight groups at 25 yds
Fast Shipping & Service18%
Super fast processing and shipping.
Quality Craftsmanship15%
quality and craftsmanship are top notch

Common concerns

Hand Rail Design Issues8%
Dont like the hand rail. Needs mlok or picatiny on top.
Heavy Trigger Pull4%
the trigger is near 12 lbs. of pull
Out of Box Issues4%
Did not function out of the box.
Ammo Packaging Problems3%
Foicchi needs to work on putting correct # of rounds in a box
Frequently Asked Questions
FN 5.56 Ammo for Sale

Is 5.56x45mm NATO the same as 223?

Not quite. Both cartridges are identical externally, but 5.56 NATO runs at higher pressure (around 58,000 psi) than .223 Remington. A rifle chambered for 5.56 NATO safely fires .223, but a .223-only rifle shouldn't shoot 5.56 NATO due to chamber differences and pressure levels.

Can I shoot 5.56 in a .223 rifle?

No, not safely. 5.56 NATO operates at higher pressures than .223 Remington chambers are designed for, risking dangerous overpressure. The reverse is fine—5.56 chambers safely handle .223 ammo.

Is it better to buy 5.56 or 223?

Neither is objectively better—it depends on your rifle's chamber. If your rifle is marked 5.56 NATO, shoot either cartridge. If it's .223 Remington only, use .223 ammo. 5.56 NATO runs at higher pressure, while .223 Remington is slightly faster. Both are widely available and affordable.

What is the shelf life of 5.56 ammo?

Properly stored 5.56 ammo remains functional for decades. Manufacturers conservatively recommend using rounds within ten years, but longevity depends heavily on storage conditions. Keep ammunition cool, dry, and away from moisture and temperature swings. Poor storage degrades rounds within a few years, while ideal conditions can preserve them indefinitely.

How do I know if my AR can shoot 5.56 and 223?

Check your barrel marking between the front sight base and muzzle. If it says "5.56 NATO" or ".223 Wylde," you can shoot both safely. A ".223 Remington only" marking means .223 ammo only—5.56 NATO runs higher pressure and risks damage.

Can you put 556 and 223 in the same clip?

Yes, you can load both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO rounds in the same magazine. Only fire them from a rifle chambered for both. A 5.56 NATO chamber safely shoots either cartridge, but a .223-only chamber risks dangerous overpressure with 5.56 ammo.

What's better, 55gr or 62gr?

Choice depends on your goals. The 55-grain is lighter and faster with a flatter trajectory. The 62-grain hits harder with slightly more drop at distance but is considered the better all-around option. Most modern AR-15s handle both weights fine — pick based on intended use, not twist rate.

What grain 5.56 does the army shoot?

The U.S. Army primarily uses M855 62-grain 5.56 NATO ammunition as its standard-issue round. The newer M855A1 Enhanced Performance Round is also 62 grains. 55-grain M193 rounds are used in some training contexts.