A 77 grain open tip match bullet is the heavy, wind-bucking choice for precision AR-15 work, and PMC X-Tac Match brings it to a price that makes bulk practice realistic. This listing is PMC X-Tac Match 223 Remington 77 grain open tip match ammo, MPN 223XM, sold as 800 rounds.
PMC rates this load at 2,790 fps with 1,296 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. The heavy 77 grain bullet carries velocity and resists wind far better than 55 grain bullets, which is why 77 grain loads are a favorite for long range AR-15 shooting, designated marksman rifles, and service rifle competition. The open tip match design focuses on consistent ballistic coefficient and accuracy. The open tip is an accuracy feature of match bullet manufacturing rather than a hunting hollow point.
This ammunition fits rifles chambered in 223 Remington, 5.56 NATO, or 223 Wylde, but it requires a fast twist barrel to stabilize. A 1:7 or 1:8 twist is recommended; many 1:9 barrels will not stabilize a 77 grain bullet reliably, and 1:12 barrels will not. Good matches include AR-15 rifles with 1:7 or 1:8 barrels, Mk12 and SPR style builds, the Sig MCX, FN SCAR 16, and precision bolt guns with fast twist barrels. A common question is whether 77 grain bullets fit standard AR-15 magazines. Yes. The cartridge is loaded to magazine length. Another common question is how far 77 grain 223 is effective for target shooting. Many shooters ring steel at 600 yards and beyond with a good rifle.
PMC 223XM is new production ammunition, not reloads, loaded in South Korea. Each round uses a reloadable brass case with a boxer primer and is non-corrosive. This listing ships as 40 boxes of 20 rounds for a total of 800 rounds of 223 Rem 77 grain OTM, all from one production lot.
Charles Preuss –
Built a 223 Wyld AR with a a Criterion 16″ Barrel. Used an Odin Slick Receiver, lapped the face of the the Barrel and used Loctite 509 agent to insure no wobble. A Geissle 14″ handguard with their proprietary nut to attach. The bolt and headspace were checked through Criterion. The lower is a basic Anderson with A RISE single stage trigger. The scope it a 3×38 Vortex Strike Eagle Single Focal plane. I have gone though several 5 shot groups with a throughout full cleaning each time.
About two weeks ago I started shooting Match Ammo. My best groups were 1/2″ at 100 Yards using PMC 2233 77grain OTM MATCH. using a Harris Bipod up front and a sand bag on the back. I am not sure if I can do much better? I have tried other much more expensive ammo that have not performed any better. Very Pleased.
Highly recommend. Just bought some more.
Chris (verified owner) –
Outstanding customer service! There was an issue with the shipping details, I contacted their service and in less than an hour it was resolved and in no time my ammo delivered.
Michael (verified owner) –
Absolutely the best customer service experience. Also I got my ammo real quick!
TBG (verified owner) –
I love this ammo. Several different AR 15 rifles, all with 1:8 twist, do very well with this ammo. Groups are all sub moa. This is my number one choice for Match grade ammo. I also hunt with it, up to deer and hogs, does great.