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Geco 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition 55 Grain Full Metal Jacket - 278140050
Geco Ammunition presents the 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition, featuring a 55 Grain Full Metal Jacket bullet. Designed for reliability and precision, this ammunition is ideal for target and practice use. Manufactured with meticulous care, the Geco 5.56mm rounds are engineered to meet the high performance standards demanded by both recreational and professional shooters. This product offers an attractive price-performance ratio, providing users with consistency and quality in every shot.
Features and Specifications:
- Performance Metrics: With a muzzle velocity of 3281 fps and a muzzle energy of 1780 ft. lbs, this ammunition provides high energy for dependable impact and penetration.
- Versatile Use: Ideal for target and practice shooting, suitable for a wide range of firearms chambered in 5.56mm NATO.
- High-Quality Manufacturing: Features brass casing and a Boxer primer, ensuring reloadability and corrosion resistance.
- Packaging Options: Available in bulk cases for ease of purchase and cost savings. Enjoy free shipping on bulk ammunition purchases with eligible products.
- Safety Warning: Proposition 65 warning about exposure to chemicals such as lead, important for buyers in California.
Deep Dive
Overview
Geco’s 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition is crafted for high precision and reliability, suitable for target practice and training applications. The full metal jacket configuration ensures smooth feeding and consistent ballistics, critical for both professional use and competition shooters. The ammunition's design aims to offer identifiable benefits for its users, ensuring performance standards that enhance shooting experiences across various platforms.
History and Development
Geco Ammo's journey began in 1887 with the founding of Gustav Genschow & Co, and it has stayed committed to ammunition innovation and quality through the years. With a solid reputation in the firearms community, Geco combines over a century of ammunition manufacturing expertise, evolving its products to maintain safety, performance, and affordability. This tradition continues with the 5.56mm NATO rounds, embodying modern ammunition technology for today's discerning shooter.
Common Questions and FAQs
- Can I purchase this ammunition if I live in Alaska or Hawaii?
No, Target Sports USA only ships ammunition to the contiguous 48 states.
- How do I know if I am eligible for free shipping on my order?
Look for "FREE Shipping" next to the bulk ammunition price during checkout to see if your order qualifies.
- Is Geco 5.56mm ammo brass casing reloadable?
Yes, this ammo features a brass casing, making it reloadable.
- Does it come with a primer that's corrosive?
The ammunition uses a non-corrosive Boxer primer.
- What is the correct muzzle energy for this ammo?
The correct muzzle energy is 1780 ft. lbs, despite prior incorrect listings.
- How is this ammunition packaged, and are bulk options available?
This ammunition is sold in bulk cases, with free shipping available on eligible bulk purchases, making it cost-effective for high-volume shooters.
The 'Round Up'
Perfect Fit for:
- Target Shooting / Practice
Why It Stands Out:
Geco 5.56x45mm NATO 55 Grain Full Metal Jacket is designed for precision and reliability in target shooting and practice scenarios. With a muzzle velocity of 3281 fps, it ensures high energy and consistent performance. Packaged conveniently for bulk purchases, this ammunition is a safe, reloadable option for shooters seeking quality and affordability. With over a century of innovation and expertise behind every cartridge, Geco continues to meet the needs of today’s shooting professionals and enthusiasts.
| Field | Details |
| Attribute | Value |
| MPN | 278140050 |
| UPC | 040232194344 |
| Manufacturer | Geco Ammunition |
| Platform | Rifle |
| Ammo Application | Target Shooting / Practice |
| Ammo Type | Full Metal Jacket |
| Caliber | 5.56x45mm NATO Ammo |
| Grain Weight | 55 |
| Quantity Per Package | Box of 50 / Case of 1000 |
| Test Barrel Length | Not Provided |
| Muzzle Velocity | 3281 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 1780 ft. lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | Not Provided |
| Case Type | Brass Casing |
| Primer Type | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead Free | No |
| Staked Primer | Not Provided |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
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