About PMC
PMC (Precision Made Cartridges) is manufactured by the Poongsan Corporation in South Korea, one of Asia's largest ammunition producers. Poongsan is the primary supplier of small-arms ammunition to the South Korean military and has been exporting to the US commercial market since the late 1970s. PMC is known for consistent quality brass-cased ammunition at competitive prices, particularly in 5.56 NATO and .223 Remington.
Key product lines
| Line | Category | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| X-TAC M193 | Range / Duty | 55gr FMJ 5.56 — mil-spec brass at budget prices |
| X-TAC M855 | Range / Duty | 62gr green tip penetrator — NATO-spec steel core |
| Bronze | Range / Training | Budget brass-cased FMJ across handgun and rifle calibers |
| X-TAC Match | Precision | OTM match loads in .308 and .223 |
PMC's 5.56 X-TAC line typically runs $0.28–0.45/rd, making it one of the most affordable brass-cased 5.56 options available. Their Bronze handgun line is also competitively priced against Federal American Eagle and Winchester White Box.
Popular PMC calibers
Where to buy PMC ammo
- Lucky Gunner — Fast shipping, strong PMC inventory
- Target Sports USA — Free shipping on case quantities
- Palmetto State Armory — Frequent PMC bulk deals
- MidwayUSA — Full PMC lineup across calibers
- Sportsman's Warehouse — Online and in-store
Guides & resources
- 5.56 ammo types explained — Covers M193 and M855 loads
- Steel case vs brass case — PMC is brass-cased
- Best ammo for AR-15 — Covers 5.56 and .223 options