Hornady Frontier NATO Rifle Ammunition 5.56mm 75 gr BTHP-MATCH 500/ct Case

Hornady Frontier NATO rifle ammunition in 5.56mm delivers match-grade performance at a price point that won't drain your supply budget. Built around Hornady's 75-grain boat-tail hollow point match (BTHP-MATCH) bullet, this is serious ammunition for shooters who demand accuracy without the premium cost of match-only lines. Whether you're zeroing a new rifle, running drills at distance, or stocking up for regular range sessions, a 500-round case gives you enough rounds to develop real proficiency.

Frontier Cartridge pairs those proven Hornady bullets with brass cartridge cases and military-grade boxer primers, built on the same quality control foundation that keeps consistency round to round. This isn't ammo that surprises you—it's ammo you can trust to group tight and perform the same way shot after shot. The 5.56mm NATO chamber compatibility makes this a natural fit for modern sporting rifles, AR platforms, and any NATO-spec bolt gun in your safe.

The 75-grain weight splits the difference between lighter training rounds and heavier long-range loads, making it practical for mid-range accuracy work, field shooting, or deliberate practice. Shooters running precision drills, building load data, or simply demanding better ammunition than plinking-grade bulk will appreciate what Frontier brings here.

Key Features

• Hornady 75-grain boat-tail hollow point match bullets for consistent ballistics and accuracy
• Brass cartridge cases for reliability and reloadability
• Military-grade boxer primers engineered for consistent ignition
• 500-round case quantity for serious shooters and training programs
• 5.56mm NATO chamber standard for modern sporting rifles and military-pattern firearms

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Hornady Frontier NATO 5.56mm work in my AR-15?

Yes. This ammunition is loaded to 5.56mm NATO specification and will function in any rifle chambered in 5.56mm NATO or .223 Remington (though always verify your rifle's chamber marking). The 75-grain bullet weight and match-grade construction make it well-suited to modern sporting rifles and precision shooting platforms.

What's the difference between a 75-grain match bullet and lighter or heavier options?

The 75-grain weight offers a middle ground—heavier than typical 55 to 62-grain training ammo, but not as specialized as dedicated ultra-long-range 80+ grain loads. This makes it practical for mid-range accuracy drills, field work, and general precision shooting where you want ballistic consistency without excessive cost or velocity compromise.

Are these cartridges reloadable?

The brass cases are suitable for reloading, which is valuable for shooters who reload their own ammunition. Once fired and processed, the cases can be reused according to standard reloading practices.

Can I use this for hunting or is it range-only?

The 75-grain hollow point bullet design has hunting capability at appropriate distances and game, though your hunting application depends on local regulations and your rifle's effective range. This ammunition is primarily marketed and constructed for precision target work and training.