5.56x45mm – 50 gr TSX – Black Hills (D556N1) – 500 Rounds

Coyote and varmint hunters in areas that restrict lead ammunition need a 5.56 load that is both lead-free and effective, and this light Barnes TSX load fits that need. This listing is Black Hills 5.56x45mm NATO 50 grain Barnes TSX ammo, MPN D556N1, sold as 500 rounds.

The 50 grain Barnes TSX is a solid copper hollow point. It opens into petals on impact and holds together, retaining nearly all of its weight, which is different from the fragmenting behavior of many lead-core varmint bullets. The light 50 grain weight gives a fast, flat trajectory for predators and varmints in open country. Because it is lead-free, it is a practical choice for hunting where lead bullets are prohibited and for shooters who do not want lead fragments in game they keep.

This ammunition is for rifles chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO or 223 Wylde, including AR-15 rifles from Colt, Ruger, Smith and Wesson, Daniel Defense, and Bravo Company, the Ruger Mini-14 marked 5.56, the Sig MCX, and the IWI Tavor. A common question is whether a lighter copper bullet works in a 1:9 twist. Yes. A 50 grain copper bullet is short enough to stabilize in 1:9 and faster twists, though check accuracy in your rifle. Another common question is whether copper bullets foul barrels. Copper solids can leave some copper fouling, so a copper solvent after long sessions keeps accuracy consistent.

Black Hills D556N1 is new production ammunition, not reloads, made in the USA by Black Hills in Rapid City, South Dakota. The cases are brass and the load is non-corrosive. This listing ships as 500 rounds of 5.56 NATO 50 grain TSX. A full lot gives you enough to zero, practice from field positions, and hunt predators for several seasons with the same load. Confirm zero with this exact load, since copper bullets can shift point of impact compared with lead-core ammo.