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Rifle Ammo

Shop Rifle Ammo Online — Bulk Deals, Top Calibers & Trusted Brands

GunMag Warehouse makes it easy to buy rifle ammo online with the best prices, widest selection, and bulk deals. Whether you’re preparing for the shooting range, hunting season, or home defense, we stock rifle ammunition for every purpose and platform.

Browse by caliber, brand, grain weight, or use case. From favorites like .223 Remington, 5.56 NATO, .308 Winchester, and 7.62x39 to precision loads like 6.5 Creedmoor and 6.5 PRC,  we’ve got you covered. Looking for harder to find ammunition? We have you covered with our full selection of everyday to specialty rounds. 

We carry the best rifle ammo brands including Federal Ammunition, Hornady, Remington, PMC Ammunition, and Wolf Ammunition. With bulk rifle ammo for sale, amazing deals, and reliable shipping, GunMag Warehouse has earned its reputation as one of the best places to buy rifle ammunition online. 

Stock up today and never overpay for rifle ammunition again.

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  2. Federal American Eagle .223 Remington Ammo 55gr FMJ
    Federal American Eagle .223 Remington Ammo 55gr FMJ
    $19.99 $408.99 $10.99 $280.99 Save $128.00 $0.55 $0.56 per round
  4. Federal Fusion .243 Winchester Ammo 95gr SP 20 Rounds
    Federal Fusion .243 Winchester Ammo 95gr SP 20 Rounds
    $41.99 $32.99 Save $9.00 ($1.65 per round)
  6. Federal Fusion .30-30 Winchester Ammo 170gr SP 20 Rounds
    Federal Fusion .30-30 Winchester Ammo 170gr SP 20 Rounds
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    $36.99 $28.99 Save $8.00 ($1.45 per round)
  10. Nosler Trophy Grade 6.5 PRC Ammo 140gr AccuBond 20 Rounds
    Nosler Trophy Grade 6.5 PRC Ammo 140gr AccuBond 20 Rounds
    $77.99 $71.49 Save $6.50 ($3.57 per round)
  13. Hornady Superformance .260 Remington Ammo 129gr SST 20 Rounds
    Hornady Superformance .260 Remington Ammo 129gr SST 20 Rounds
    $55.99 $32.99 Save $23.00 ($1.65 per round)
  14. Hornady Custom Lite .308 Winchester Ammo 125gr SST 20 Rounds
    Hornady Custom Lite .308 Winchester Ammo 125gr SST 20 Rounds
    $48.99 $33.49 Save $15.50 ($1.67 per round)
  15. Hornady V-Match 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo 100gr ELD-VT 20 Rounds
    Hornady V-Match 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo 100gr ELD-VT 20 Rounds
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    $53.99 $35.99 Save $18.00 ($1.80 per round)
  19. Hornady Custom 6.5 Grendel Ammo 90gr CX 20 Rounds
    Hornady Custom 6.5 Grendel Ammo 90gr CX 20 Rounds
    $49.99 $30.99 Save $19.00 ($1.55 per round)
  22. Remington Core-Lokt .300 RUM Ammo 180gr PSP 20 Rounds
    Remington Core-Lokt .300 RUM Ammo 180gr PSP 20 Rounds
    $74.99 $61.99 Save $13.00 ($3.10 per round)
  23. Hornady Match 6mm GT Ammo 109gr ELD-M 20 Rounds
    Hornady Match 6mm GT Ammo 109gr ELD-M 20 Rounds
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    $56.99 $37.99 Save $19.00 ($1.90 per round)
  26. Federal Fusion .300 Winchester Magnum Ammo 180gr SP 20 Rounds
    Federal Fusion .300 Winchester Magnum Ammo 180gr SP 20 Rounds
    $59.99 $38.99 Save $21.00 ($1.95 per round)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What Is the Most Common Rifle Ammo?

The 22 Long Rifle is arguably the most popular rifle cartridge today, partly because it’s not exclusive to rifles, despite its name. Many handguns also fire 22 LR, and this versatility, plus the caliber’s long history, make it one of the most widespread ammo types today.

Other common rifle ammo includes the .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO, thanks to the enduring popularity of the AR-15 platform. The U.S. alone is home to over 20 million AR-15-style rifles, so ammo manufacturers produce a lot of ammo to meet this demand.

The 6.5 Creedmoor and .308 Winchester round out the rest of the five most common rifle ammo types today. GunMag Warehouse proudly stocks all of these popular calibers in multiple brands, applications, and round counts to help you get the best ammo for your needs.

Can You Use .223 Ammo in a 5.56 Rifle?

While the .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO appear almost identical to the naked eye, you shouldn’t fire one in a rifle chambered for the other. Despite their many similarities, there are slight differences that can pose safety issues to you and your firearm.

You can shoot .223 ammo out of a 5.56 safely, however, the 5.56 is designed to withstand higher pressures, and a 5.56 round’s slight size and shape discrepancies can create excess pressure in the chamber of a .223 rifle. While some shooters debate how much of a real-world difference this makes, it’s best to play it safe and stick to the ammo your firearm is designed for. 

What Ammo Does a Bolt-Action Rifle Use?

There is no specific type of ammo exclusive to bolt-action rifles, and ultimately, you should use whatever caliber your firearm is chambered for. However, there are some ammo types that are more common in bolt-actions.

Bolt-action rifles are popular among hunters, especially in states with tighter restrictions on magazine capacity and “assault”-style weapons. Consequently, hunting ammo, which emphasizes reliability and precision, is a popular choice for bolt-action owners.

Similarly, some shooters prefer straight-walled cartridges in their bolt-actions because of local restrictions. While straight-walled cartridges are most common among lever-actions, some bolt-action rifles can use these, too.