Hornady BLACK 5.56 NATO 62gr FMJ is a versatile, high-performance centerfire rifle ammunition engineered for reliable feeding, superior consistency, and excellent all-around performance in modern sporting rifles (MSRs), AR-15 platforms, and other 5.56-chambered firearms.This load features a precision-manufactured 62-grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) bullet with a gilding metal jacket and solid lead core, delivering the classic ballistics profile similar to military M855-style rounds but without magnetic penetrator components. The design ensures reliable expansion resistance for clean target punching, consistent accuracy, and dependable function across a wide range of setups.Part of Hornady's BLACK™ line, this ammunition incorporates advanced propellant technology for a clean, progressive burn with 15-20% reduced muzzle flash and temperature, minimizing signature while maintaining high velocity and energy. It's specifically optimized to fit, feed, and function flawlessly in direct impingement, gas piston, suppressed, unsuppressed, bolt, rifle-length, mid-length, carbine, and pistol AR/MSR configurations — making it ideal for high-volume range sessions, training drills, and competition.
Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket
Case Material: Brass
Muzzle Velocity: 3060
Rounds Per Box: 20
Boxes Per Case: 10
Note: While chamber-compatible with .223 Remington firearms, this is loaded to full 5.56 NATO pressures — always verify your firearm is rated for 5.56 NATO before use.
