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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. 

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  1. Hornady Frontier Cartridge 5.56 NATO Ammo 55gr M193 FMJ
    Hornady Frontier Cartridge 5.56 NATO Ammo 55gr M193 FMJ
    (164)
    $19.99 $499.99 $8.99 $209.99 Save $290.00 $0.42 $0.50 per round
  2. PMC X-Tac 5.56 NATO Ammo 55gr FMJBT
    PMC X-Tac 5.56 NATO Ammo 55gr FMJBT
    (179)
    $16.99 $849.99 $9.49 $439.99 Save $410.00 $0.44 $0.47 per round
  4. PMC X-Tac 5.56 NATO Ammo 62gr M855 Green Tip LAP
    PMC X-Tac 5.56 NATO Ammo 62gr M855 Green Tip LAP
    (338)
    $19.99 $449.99 $10.49 $449.99 Save $9.50 $0.45 $0.52 per round
  5. Hornady Frontier Cartridge .223 Remington Ammo 55gr FMJ
    Hornady Frontier Cartridge .223 Remington Ammo 55gr FMJ
    (67)
    $16.99 $424.99 $8.99 $199.99 Save $225.00 $0.40 $0.54 per round
  6. FNH USA 5.7x28mm Ammo 40gr V-MAX 50 Rounds
    FNH USA 5.7x28mm Ammo 40gr V-MAX 50 Rounds
    (129)
    $59.99 $26.99 Save $33.00 ($0.54 per round)
  7. Ammo Inc. Signature Hunting .300 Blackout Ammo 155gr BTHP
    Ammo Inc. Signature Hunting .300 Blackout Ammo 155gr BTHP
    (40)
    $19.99 $499.99 $12.99 $314.99 Save $185.00 $0.63 $0.65 per round
  10. PMC Bronze 7.62x39mm Ammo 123gr FMJ 20 Rounds
    PMC Bronze 7.62x39mm Ammo 123gr FMJ 20 Rounds
    (20)
    $23.99 $14.99 Save $9.00 ($0.75 per round)
  12. Wolf PolyFormance .300 Blackout Ammo 145gr FMJ 20 Rounds
    Wolf PolyFormance .300 Blackout Ammo 145gr FMJ 20 Rounds
    (4)
    $19.99 $11.99 Save $8.00 ($0.60 per round)
  13. MKE 5.56 NATO Ammo 62gr SS109 LAP 30 Rounds
    MKE 5.56 NATO Ammo 62gr SS109 LAP 30 Rounds
    (12)
    $22.99 $13.99 Save $9.00 ($0.47 per round)
  14. PMC Bronze .308 Winchester Ammo 150gr PSP 20 Rounds
    PMC Bronze .308 Winchester Ammo 150gr PSP 20 Rounds
    (5)
    $29.99 $19.99 Save $10.00 ($1.00 per round)
  16. Ammo Inc. Signature Hunting .300 Blackout Ammo 168gr BTHP
    Ammo Inc. Signature Hunting .300 Blackout Ammo 168gr BTHP
    (75)
    $18.99 $189.99 $13.99 $119.99 Save $70.00 $0.60 $0.70 per round
  17. PMC Bronze .223 Remington Ammo 55gr FMJBT 20 Rounds
    PMC Bronze .223 Remington Ammo 55gr FMJBT 20 Rounds
    (144)
    $12.95 $9.49 Save $3.46 ($0.47 per round)
  18. Hornady Black 5.56 NATO Ammo 62gr FMJ 20 Rounds
    Hornady Black 5.56 NATO Ammo 62gr FMJ 20 Rounds
    (31)
    $23.99 $16.49 Save $7.50 ($0.82 per round)
  19. Hornady Varmint Express .223 Remington Ammo 55gr V-Max
    Hornady Varmint Express .223 Remington Ammo 55gr V-Max
    (19)
    $34.99 $89.99 $20.99 $40.99 Save $49.00 $0.82 $1.05 per round
  20. Hornady Black 5.45x39mm Ammo 60gr V-Max
    Hornady Black 5.45x39mm Ammo 60gr V-Max
    (5)
    $24.99 $249.99 $17.99 $149.99 Save $100.00 $0.75 $0.90 per round
  22. Hornady Black 6mm ARC Ammo 105gr BTHP 20 Rounds
    Hornady Black 6mm ARC Ammo 105gr BTHP 20 Rounds
    (40)
    $36.99 $24.99 Save $12.00 ($1.25 per round)
  23. Hornady Black .223 Remington Ammo 62gr FMJ 20 Rounds
    Hornady Black .223 Remington Ammo 62gr FMJ 20 Rounds
    (15)
    $21.99 $13.99 Save $8.00 ($0.70 per round)
  27. Hornady Black .300 Blackout Ammo 110gr V-Max 20 Rounds
    Hornady Black .300 Blackout Ammo 110gr V-Max 20 Rounds
    (3)
    $36.99 $24.99 Save $12.00 ($1.25 per round)
  28. PMC X-Tac 5.56 NATO Ammo 55gr FMJ-BT 200 Round Battle Pack
    PMC X-Tac 5.56 NATO Ammo 55gr FMJ-BT 200 Round Battle Pack
    (27)
    $143.99 $101.99 Save $42.00 ($0.51 per round)
  30. Hornady Custom .223 Remington Ammo 55gr FMJBT 50 Rounds
    Hornady Custom .223 Remington Ammo 55gr FMJBT 50 Rounds
    (12)
    $55.99 $23.99 Save $32.00 ($0.48 per round)
  32. Hornady Black .22 ARC Ammo 75gr ELD Match 20 Rounds
    Hornady Black .22 ARC Ammo 75gr ELD Match 20 Rounds
    (19)
    $36.99 $23.99 Save $13.00 ($1.20 per round)
  33. Hornady Match 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo 140gr ELD 20 Rounds
    Hornady Match 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo 140gr ELD 20 Rounds
    (25)
    $50.99 $33.99 Save $17.00 ($1.70 per round)
  34. Hornady Black 7.62x39mm Ammo 123gr SST 20 Rounds
    Hornady Black 7.62x39mm Ammo 123gr SST 20 Rounds
    (10)
    $31.99 $26.99 Save $5.00 ($1.35 per round)
  35. Hornady Black .308 Winchester Ammo 168gr A-Max 20 Rounds
    Hornady Black .308 Winchester Ammo 168gr A-Max 20 Rounds
    (8)
    $43.99 $29.99 Save $14.00 ($1.50 per round)
  36. Hornady Subsonic 7.62x39mm Ammo 255gr Sub-X 20 Rounds
    Hornady Subsonic 7.62x39mm Ammo 255gr Sub-X 20 Rounds
    (10)
    $38.99 $26.99 Save $12.00 ($1.35 per round)
  37. Norma Whitetail 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo 140gr SP 20 Rounds
    Norma Whitetail 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo 140gr SP 20 Rounds
    (3)
    $26.99 $20.99 Save $6.00 ($1.05 per round)
  38. Czech Military Surplus 7.62x54R Ammo 148gr FMJ
    Czech Military Surplus 7.62x54R Ammo 148gr FMJ
    (2)
    $19.99 $699.99 $13.49 $474.99 Save $225.00 $0.59 $0.67 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.