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5.56 mm NATO target Ammunition for Sale

Used by military, law enforcement, and civilians with a rifle for home defense, 5.56 NATO is one of the most popular cartridges in the world. Our 5.56 NATO collection features ammunition in a variety of weights and loads from top ammo manufacturers, ensuring you can get the best ammo for your use case. Shop 5.56 ammo for sale at Sportsman’s Outdoor Superstore.
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5.56 NATO 62 GR M855 GREEN TIP

PMC X-TAC 5.56mm NATO 62 gr M855 Green-Tip 20/Box

  • $9.99 $8.99 ($0.45 / round )
In Stock
  • Brand: PMC
  • Item Number: 556K
  • Type: Target
  • Quantity: 20 Rounds
5.56MM 55 GR FMJ-BT X-TAC 20/BOX

PMC 5.56mm 55 gr FMJ-BT X-TAC 20/Box

  • $9.99 ($0.50 / round )
In Stock
  • Brand: PMC
  • Item Number: 5.56X
  • Type: Target
  • Quantity: 20 Rounds
5.56 NATO 55 GR FMJ FRONTIER (XM193)

Hornady 5.56 NATO 55 gr FMJ (M193) Frontier 20/Box

  • $11.99 $8.99 ($0.45 / round )
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5.56 NATO 62 GR FMJ FRONTIER

Hornady 5.56 NATO 62 gr FMJ Frontier 20/Box

  • $12.99 $11.99 ($0.60 / round )
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5.56 MM M855 62 GR FMJ GREEN TIP LAKE CITY 500/BOX

Winchester 5.56mm M855 62 gr FMJ Green Tip Lake City 500 Round Range Pack

  • $309.99 $239.99 ($0.48 / round )
In Stock
  • Brand: Winchester
  • Item Number: WM855500
  • Type: Target
  • Quantity: 500 Rounds
5.56MM 55 GR MCBT BALL

Federal XM193 5.56mm 55 gr MCBT 1000 Rounds

  • $1,249.99 ($1.25 / round )
5.56MM NATO 64 GR TRACER

Federal 5.56mm 64 gr XM856 FMJ American Eagle Tracer 20/Box

  • $18.99 ($0.95 / round )
  • Brand: Federal
  • Item Number: XM856
  • Type: Target
  • Quantity: 20 Rounds
5.56MM 55 GR FMJ

Winchester 5.56mm 55 gr FMJ USA Q3131 20/Box

  • $24.99 ($1.25 / round )
  • Brand: Winchester
  • Item Number: Q3131
  • Type: Target
  • Quantity: 20 Rounds
5.56MM NATO 62 GR BALL PENETRATOR

Federal XM855 5.56mm 62 gr FMJ-BT 500 Rounds

  • $624.99 ($1.25 / round )
5.56MM NATO 55 GR FMJ BT

Federal XM193 5.56mm 55 gr MC-BT 500 Rounds

  • $624.99 ($1.25 / round )
5.56MM NATO 55 GR FMJ BT

Federal XM193 5.56mm 55 gr MC-BT 20/Box

  • $24.99 ($1.25 / round )
5.56MM NATO 62 GR FMJ 420 RD AMMO CAN

Federal XM855 5.56 62gr Stripper Clips Ammo Can 420 Rounds

  • $524.99 ($1.25 / round )
5.56MM NATO 62 GR BALL PENETRATOR

Federal XM855 5.56mm 62 gr FMJ-BT 20/Box

  • $24.99 ($1.25 / round )
  • Brand: Federal
  • Item Number: XM855F
  • Type: Target
  • Quantity: 20 Rounds
5.56MM 55 GR FMJ

Federal XM193 5.56mm 55 gr FMJ 100 Round Value Pack

  • $124.99 ($1.25 / round )
5.56MM TRACER 840 RD STRIPPER CLIPS

Lake City Arsenal M196 Tracer 5.56mm 840Rds Stripper Clips

  • $599.99 $419.99 ($0.50 / round )
5.56MM NATO 62 GR FMJ 1000 RD AMMO CAN

Federal XM855 5.56mm 62 gr FMJ 1000 Round Ammo Can

  • $1,249.99 ($1.25 / round )
  • Brand: Federal
  • Item Number: XM855AMMOCAN
  • Type: Target
  • Quantity: 1000 Rounds
5.56MM 55 GR FMJ

Federal XM193 5.56mm 55 gr FMJ Value Packs 500/Case

  • $624.99 ($1.25 / round )
  • Brand: Federal
  • Item Number: XM193BL
  • Type: Target
  • Quantity: 500 Rounds
5.56MM NATO 55 GR FMJ BT 120 CT PLASTIC AMMO CAN

Federal XM193 5.56 55gr 120 Round Mini Ammo Can

  • $149.99 ($1.25 / round )
  • Brand: Federal
  • Item Number: XM193 LPC120
  • Type: Target
  • Quantity: 120 Rounds
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The Cartridge Designed For Service

5.56 NATO was developed to replace the 7.62x51mm NATO cartridge, which had been in service since 1954. Servicemen found that the recoil power of 7.62 NATO made it impossible to control for light service rifles firing at full auto. It wasn't until 1963 that 5.56 NATO, a slightly modified form of the .223 Remington cartridge, was adopted as the standard issue ammo for NATO militaries. 5.56 NATO ammo remains in use to this day, typically paired with AR-15 rifles.

Looking for cartridges in a different caliber than our 5.56 ammo for sale? We have a vast variety of ammo for sale. You'll find everything from vintage trade-in ammo to shotgun shells. Restock on ammo today with Sportsman's Outdoor Superstore.

Shop Guns, Ammo, and Accessories

Since 2007, Sportsman's Outdoor Superstore has been the go-to source for ammo, accessories, and guns for sale. We're proud to be a gun store where a shooter can find everything they need, regardless of their background. Whether you're restocking on 5.56 NATO ammo or looking for handguns for sale, you'll find it in our collection at competitive prices.

All orders ship nationwide, with free shipping offered to customers living in the Lower 48. To ensure you never have to worry about surprise backorders, we exclusively offer weapons we have in stock and ready to ship. If you ever do run into problems, we have an in-house customer service team that's happy to help. Order today!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I shoot 5.56 NATO ammo in a gun chambered for .223 Remington?

While it is possible, we don't recommend firing 5.56 NATO rounds from a gun built for .223 Remington. Despite being the same dimensions, 5.56 NATO generates more pressure than .223 Remington. If the gun isn't chambered for that pressure, it can cause serious damage. However, you can fire .223 Remington rounds from a gun chambered for 5.56 NATO.

Can civilians buy your 5.56 ammo for sale?

Yes, civilians can buy our 5.56 NATO ammunition. While the round was originally designed for military use, there are no legal restrictions for 5.56 NATO that prevent civilians from purchasing it.

What is 5.56 NATO ammo good for?

5.56 NATO was designed specifically for military use, so it should be no surprise that it's a fantastic cartridge for personal and home defense. It's also used by hunters for hunting small to medium game.

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