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NEW RIFLE 5.56X45 NATO OPEN TIP MATCH RIFLE AMMO

NEW RIFLE 5.56X45 NATO OPEN TIP MATCH RIFLE AMMO Reviews & Ratings

BLACK HILLS AMMUNITION NEW RIFLE 5.56X45 NATO OPEN TIP MATCH RIFLE AMMO

When it comes to serious shooting we all have preferences. Favorite calibers. Particular loads. Bullets designed for specific tasks. Black Hills process begins with developing loads for optimum performance and accuracy. This ensures that when the bonafide shooter peruses their New Rifle line, a myriad of options awaits.

SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Cartridge: 5.56x45 NATO
  • Caliber: 22 Caliber
  • Diameter: 0.224”
  • Bullet Type: Open Tip Match
  • Muzzle Velocity: 69 Grains – 2,875 FPS / 77 Grains – 2,750 FPS
  • Muzzle Energy: 69 Grains – 1,266 Ft. Lbs. / 77 Grains – 1,293 Ft. Lbs.
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Reviews Summary
Overall, customers report impressive accuracy and performance from the Black Hills 5.56 NATO ammunition. Many users praise its reliability in various setups and recommend it for serious shooting purposes. However, a few express concerns about the quality of the brass casings and variability in velocity. These points should be considered, but they don't overshadow the positive consensus.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Accuracy and Performance
83%
Reviewers consistently highlight the exceptional accuracy and performance of this ammunition. Many have experienced tight groupings and reliable function in their rifles, making it a favored choice for both casual and serious shooters.
Quality Issues
33%
Some customers raise concerns about the quality of brass casings, noting discoloration and imperfections that suggest they may be reloaded or insufficiently cleaned. This has been a significant point of contention for a minority of reviewers.
Value for Money
50%
Several users mention the high price point but emphasize that the accuracy and performance justify the expense. The potential for quality and reliability makes it worth the investment for many buyers, despite being more expensive than other options.
5
THUMBS UP
They work as stated!
Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend
5
High-Quality, Reliable Ammunition
Looked pretty extensively for the best ammo to feed my new Sig Sauer M-400 AR15 and settled on the Black Hills 5.56 NATO. Has worked flawlessly and is as accurate as one could ask. Brownell's is always a solid go-to source for all things firearm.
Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend
5
Great ammo
I find this ammo to be extremely accurate in a rifle I built using a Wilson Combat 18" barrel. If I do my part it shoots .5 inch three shot groups at 100 yards.
Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend
5
Stupid Accurate
Bought this to supplement my SHTF ammo stash. Just scary accurate out of both of my ARs(10.5" pistol and 16" carbine). Still clocks 2650fps out of my 10.5" and clover leafs at 50 meters using a benched rest and an Aimpoint T1. I cannot ask for more consistent and reliable ammo. Cannot recommend it enough. It's spendy yes, but you get your money's worth with the 50rd boxes and that precision devastation that occurs on target. Buy now, thank me later
Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend
5
Black Hills 77gr OTM
Excellent accuracy and performance. My SHTF go to ammo. Stocking up 1 box at a time.
Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend
4
Accurate but not consistent
I have been searching for a good round to use with by Ballistic Advantage 5.55 and Black Hills seems to be one of the few manufacturers that has match quality 5.56. I took them to the 100 yard range and clocked them with my LabRadar. The groupings were pretty good, but the Standard Deviation on the velocity was over 15. I expect match quality factory ammo to be below 10 FPS (with Federal Gold Medal Match .308 168 SMK I have consistently gotten less than 8). That said I took them to the 1000 yard range with my velocity data and derived ballistic coefficient and was able to hit steel 4 out 5 times at 580 yards with my 11.5 AR pistol. Similar results with the Black Hills 69 Gr TMK (better ballistic coefficient). It was a big torso sized steel plate so a bit of latitude there. I do wish they had more consistent velocity.
2
Brass cases not good
The brass casings were terrible, totally discolored (not the annealing coloring) covered in spots of discoloration and score marks. These were obviously previously fired brass and not even cleaned prior to reloading. Also box stated “NEW” production, not reloads. Also a caution about shooter reloading this ammunition! Other manufacturers clearly state “reloadable” on their ammunition.