5.56 match grade options
| Product Line | Grain | Bullet | Count | Typical CPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Gold Medal Match | 77gr | Sierra MK | 20 | $0.80—1.20 |
| Hornady Black | 75gr | BTHP | 20 | $0.55—0.75 |
| Black Hills Mk 262 | 77gr | Sierra MK | 50 | $0.75—1.00 |
What to know about 5.56 match ammo
Heavy-bullet 5.56 (75—77gr) requires a 1:7 or 1:8 twist barrel to stabilize properly. The 77gr Sierra MatchKing (SMK) is the gold standard — it's the bullet used in the Mk 262 military precision round. These loads are 2—3x the cost of ball ammo but deliver sub-MOA accuracy from quality barrels. The heavier bullets also retain energy better at distance than 55gr M193.
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