Choosing rifle ammunition starts with confirming the exact cartridge designation marked for the firearm and then considering bullet weight, projectile construction, intended use, barrel twist rate, expected shooting distance, recoil, accuracy requirements, and manufacturer recommendations.

Common Rifle Ammunition Types

• Full Metal Jacket (FMJ): Commonly used for range shooting, training, recreational shooting, and other applications where economical and consistent practice ammunition is desired.
• Soft Point (SP): Uses an exposed lead tip and is commonly offered in hunting ammunition designed for controlled expansion and game applications.
• Polymer-Tipped Ammunition: Uses a polymer tip to help improve aerodynamics and, depending on bullet design, may be intended for hunting, varmint, or precision applications.
• Hollow Point / Open Tip Match: Certain rifle bullets use hollow-point or open-tip designs for match, precision, hunting, or other specialized applications depending on manufacturer design.
• Match Ammunition: Produced with an emphasis on consistency and accuracy for precision shooting, competition, long-range use, and target applications.

Choosing the Correct Rifle Caliber

Always match ammunition to the exact cartridge designation specified by the firearm manufacturer. Popular rifle cartridges include 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, .308 Winchester, 7.62x51 NATO, 6.5 Creedmoor, .30-06 Springfield, .270 Winchester, .243 Winchester, .300 Winchester Magnum, .300 Blackout, 7.62x39, and many others.

Bullet Weight and Barrel Twist

Rifle bullets are available in a wide range of weights measured in grains. Bullet weight and length can interact with barrel twist rate, and certain firearms may perform better with specific projectile weights or designs. Consult the firearm and ammunition manufacturer specifications when selecting loads.

Hunting vs. Target Ammunition

Hunting ammunition is generally designed around terminal performance appropriate for the intended game, while target and match ammunition may emphasize accuracy, consistency, ballistic efficiency, and repeatable point of impact. The correct load depends on the firearm, distance, intended application, and applicable hunting regulations.

Ammunition Shipping and Restrictions

Ammunition shipping, age requirements, delivery requirements, and purchasing restrictions can vary by state and local jurisdiction. Customers are responsible for confirming that the ammunition they order is lawful to purchase, possess, receive, and use in their location.