On cheaperthandirt.com they sell copper .223 ammuntion. What is different about it?

Answer 1

if your talking about the 100, 500, 1,000 rnd cans then it is just military surplus and is cheaper to make and thus sells cheaper to the public.it is just the basic load. they take the military cases and projectiles, add commercial powder and primers and sell it to the public.....here is the explanation from their website.www.cheaperthandirt.com

Original Military ammunition .223/5.56 Tracer FMJ, 55 Grain, 1000 rounds per can. Mixed Brass. Military De-milled using commercial powder, this round uses IMR 8208. Uses original military components except powder and primer. Simply put, this is some of the best ammo on the surplus market today at a great price. Check local restrictions before ordering. Non-returnable item; we will not accept any returns on this. Ammo restrictions: We do not sell ammunition to Hawaii, Alaska, California, Massachusetts; New York City; Washington, DC; or Cook County, Illinois. Please check your state and local laws before ordering ammunition. Ammo Price Is Per Box Ammo Cannot Ship Air!

Answer 2

I've bought ammo from Cheaper Than Dirt in the past. It is good, name-brand ammo that they probably buy in large volume and can afford to sell at more competitive prices. I've never bought .223 ammo from them, but I'm sure it is fine.

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Answer 3

Full metal jacketed rounds. They are fine for target practice, but they aren't very good for hunting and self-defense. The only reason the military uses it is because we aren't allowed to use anything else, per the Geneva conventions.

Answer 4

Good and least expensive for plinking, target shooting and gp. FMJ won't expand so it is sort of worthless for general hunting. Always check to see that it is non-corrosive.

Answer 5

a lead bullet will deform and split on impact doing greater damage to your target. copper ammo will maintain its shape and will do less damge. i would reccommend lead ammo.