5.56x45 - 62 Grain FMJBT M855 - IMI - 30 Rounds vs Bushmaster Gas Piston 90294

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Rifles 5.56x45 - 62 Grain FMJBT M855 - IMI - 30 Rounds Bushmaster Gas Piston 90294
Summary
Rating
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Rank
#93993
#23182
Bullet Weight 62 Grain
Bullet Type Penetrator
Ammo Casing Brass
Quantity 30
Primer Type Boxer
Muzzle Velocity (fps) TBD
Muzzle Energy (ft lbs) TBD
Attracts Magnet Yes
Action Semi-Automatic
Caliber .223 Remington
Details
Brand Israeli Military Industries Bushmaster
Reviews See 12 Reviews See 2 Reviews
Prices
MSRP $24.00 $1,081.50
Used Price $16.80 $757.05
Sale Price $21.60 $973.35

Rifles Descriptions

5.56x45 - 62 Grain FMJBT M855 - IMI - 30 Rounds

Israel understandably takes their military’s ammunition production very seriously. This 5.56x45 ammo by IMI is loaded to strict NATO specifications, rigorously tested, and packaged in 30-round boxes to fill a whole AR-15 magazine. This round has a 62 grain bullet, which is slightly heavier than usual and accordingly able to retain greater momentum downrange. Its boat tail also helps the bullet resist wind deflection and strike its target with more energy, and its FMJ possesses all the concentricity which in-flight stability demands. But why is this bullet’s tip painted green? That’s the trademark of an M855 round, and it shows that its bullet contains a seven grain steel tip. Hard steel does a much better job of penetrating barriers as substantial as sheet metal, so while this magnetic ammo may not be welcome at all indoor ranges it’s good to have on hand for home defense. Many people assume this ammo’s brass cases have already been fired before, but the grayness you see in the photo is simply the result of the factory annealing process which helps brass keep supple. This non-corrosive ammo won’t turn your rifle’s bore into rust, and its low residue propellant won’t quickly deplete its accuracy.

Bushmaster Gas Piston 90294

The Bushmaster Gas Piston System Rifles bring new levels of reliability to the “AR” type rifle platform by eliminating carbon build up, gas leaks and heat within the Upper Receiver. The Gas Piston System operates by tapping gas pressure off the barrel much like the systems found on AK-47s and FALs * Functions with a wider range of ammunition - less gas pressure - lower cyclic rate * Offers improved reliability and control - with cleaner operation and reduced recoil * Keeps carbon build up and powder residue from reaching - and fouling the Upper Receiver and Bolt Carrier * A Detented Plug in the Gas Block allows easy cleaning of the Systems’ Hard Chrome Plated Piston