This is the same ammo that was developed for use by the us military. Add a question about 500 rounds of 55gr fmjbt xm193 5. Federal premium ammunition is one of the largest and most comprehensive ammunition manufacturers on the planet. Meeting federals specifications typical for commercial ammunition, each 5. Theyre simply rounds of ammunition that have been set aside for civilian use, instead of being shipped off to the armed forces. I say equivalent to describe them because both the m193 and m855 are military. Each round is brasscased, boxerprimed, noncorrosive, and reloadable. The federal premium personal defense line is more powerful and complete than ever, with loads built for every shooter and any encounter. Anything you see on the commercial market marked m193 xm193 or m855xm855 falls under one of two categories. Learn the key performance and design differences that set hst, hydrashok deep and punch apart from one another to choose the one that fits you best. Xm193 is produced to the same milspec standards demanded by the u. Plus, federal xm193 uses lake city brass, which is in my opinion the best brass for reloading.
To be clear, it was the independence branded 556 in the link above that was apparently the. Then youre gonna love my free pdf, 20 common survival items. Plus, federal xm193 uses lake city brass, which is in my opinion the best brass for reloading for the ar longevity, second only to lapua accuracy. This xm193 ammunition is a first run, top quality product, manufactured at the orbital atk run lake city army ammunition plant. This ammunition is a great choice for the shooter looking for a great affordable round for target shooting, training and practice. Federal ammo federal premium ammunition is one of the largest and most comprehensive ammunition manufacturers on the planet. Look no further than federals xm193 ammo for the quality that you have come to expect from federal at a very competitive price. Apr 09, 2011 no problems w xm193, but pmc is more accurate in my rifles than any federal stuff. They have sold lots of xm193 and xm193a for years to deplete old stock and extra components. This federal ammo comes in milspec 10round stripper clips, packaged in a milspec reusable ammo can with a tamperevident seal. If you searching to check federal american eagle 5 56 nato. Ive shot quite a bit of this stuff without issue but have decided to. Ammunition top brands with amazing prices palmetto. Target sports usa carries the entire line of federal.
Meeting federal s specifications typical for commercial ammunition, each 5. Velocities measured using an oehler model 35p positioned 15 feet from the muzzle for 10 rounds per load. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you. Use this ballistic calculator in order to calculate the flight path of a bullet given the shooting parameters that meet your conditions. Xm193 is loaded in lake city brass, i know its ran by federal but the lc brass is totally different than federals own. Newly manufactured by federal at the lake city army ammunition plant lcaap, this product is excellent for target practice and tactical exercises. Three 10shot groups of the american eagle tactical xm193 fired in a row had extreme spreads of.
This ammunition is new production, noncorrosive, in boxerprimed, reloadable brass cases, 55 grain, with full metal jackets. Federal american eagle 5 56 nato xm193 55 grain fmj price. Xm193 is loaded in lake city brass, i know its ran by federal but the lc brass is totally different than federal s own. This xm193 ammo is manufactured on a line at the lake city plant designed to meet military specifications and one of those specifications is that the brass needs to. I think the 19 will do you just fine shooting m193 or comparable.
If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Mar 04, 2016 xm193 product is first run, first quality product manufactured at the lake city army ammunition plant for federal cartridges and is made to federal specifications typical for commercial ammunition. Sportsmans guide has your federal american eagle xm193. Firearm discussion and resources from ar15, ak47, handguns and more.
Ive shot quite a bit of this stuff without issue but have decided to just roll my own mk262 clone load for all my shooting. This calculator will produce a ballistic trajectory chart that shows the bullet drop, bullet energy, windage, and velocity. The company has a bunch of brands youve probably heard of, including american eagle ammo, fusion, and guard dog, but their flagship brand is federal premium, one of the top choice for multiple shooting activities. This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the state of california to cause cancer and reproductive harm. No problems wxm193, but pmc is more accurate in my rifles than any federal stuff. Im looking to grab up some ammo for the range and i hear the federal xm193 would be just as good a self defense round as it is a good range round. I personally use federal american eagle xm193 55gr ammunition, and have used federal xm193 for many years because federal xm193 is actual lake city factory produced. Accuracy testing performed at 100 yards from a pronesupported position for five, five. This ammo was manufactured by lake city and is manufactured to u. Can anyone give me any info on both these federal rounds, the xm193 and xm855, or any other suggestions for other 5. Xm855 and xm193 are not special versions of military ammo. Federal makes lake city ammo so more or less it is the same. Thanks to quality and consistency, this innovative company has a.
On another note, i just ran the last 2 mags of xm193 i had today. Manufactured to the m193 ball standard, this ammo comes from lake city army ammunition plant, where it is manufactured by federal premium ammunition, the plants. All xm193 product is the same regardless of the sku or part number. Fed xm193 actual load data does anyone know the powder and actual charge used in the fed xm193 55 gr ball load. Federal xm193, 556nato, 55 grain, full metal jacket, 20 round box xm193. Look no further than federal s xm193 ammo for the quality that you have come to expect from federal at a very competitive price.
I am getting ready to crank out a batch on the dillon, and thought i would start my trials with a load as close to xmx193 as possible. Xmseries ammo offered by federal cartridge, winchester and hornady is made by the lake city army ammunition plant for those companies. Check for the annealed brass and sealed and crimped primer pockets. This ammunition was produced at lake city army ammunition plant to federal cartridge company specs for commercial ammunition.
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