50 BMG Ammo
Shop in-stock .50 BMG ammunition with next-business-day shipping. PMC 660gr FMJ linked in an M2A1 ammo can, PMC 740gr solid brass, and PPU 625gr FMJ in 100 and 200-round quantities. Read more about .50 BMG ammo.
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50 BMG – 660 gr FMJ – PMC (50A M/B) – Linked in M2A1 Ammo Can – 100 Rounds
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Overview of .50 BMG Ammo
.50 BMG (Browning Machine Gun), also known as 12.7x99mm NATO, is the most powerful cartridge commonly available to civilian shooters. It fires a .510-inch bullet, usually 625 to 750 grains, at around 2,700 to 2,900 fps, producing more than 10,000 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. Civilians shoot it in bolt-action and semi-auto rifles from Barrett, Serbu, and others for extreme long-range target shooting.
For a lighter extreme long-range option with less recoil and cost per round, see our 338 Lapua Mag ammo.
.50 BMG Brands We Carry
- PMC .50 BMG Ammo: 660gr FMJ linked in an M2A1 ammo can and X-TAC 740gr solid brass FMJ in 100 and 200-round packs.
- PPU .50 BMG Ammo: 625gr FMJ at a value price.
- Federal .50 BMG Ammo: XM33 660gr FMJ ball, loose and linked with XM17 tracers in ammo cans.
Best .50 BMG Ammo for Specific Uses
| Use Case | Top Pick | Also Consider |
|---|---|---|
| Range / Plinking | PPU 625gr FMJ | PMC 660gr FMJ, Federal XM33 660gr FMJ |
| Long-Range Accuracy | PMC X-TAC 740gr Solid Brass, 200 Rounds | PMC X-TAC 740gr Solid Brass, 100 Rounds |
| Linked / Ready Storage | PMC 660gr FMJ Linked in M2A1 Can | Federal XM33/XM17 Linked 4:1 |
Why Buy .50 BMG Ammo from BulkMunitions?
- In stock and ready to ship. We only list ammunition that is physically in our warehouse. No backorders.
- Next-business-day shipping from our Knoxville, TN warehouse on orders placed before our daily cutoff.
- Bulk pricing on the biggest cartridge. 100 and 200-round quantities cost far less per round than 10-round boxes.
- We tithe 10% of profits to Christian-based, 2A-supporting organizations every quarter, and our customers vote on where it goes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is .50 BMG legal to own?
.50 BMG rifles and ammunition are legal to own in most of the United States, but some states and localities restrict them, including California. Check your state and local laws before ordering.
What is the effective range of .50 BMG?
.50 BMG is effective on targets well past 1,500 yards, and skilled shooters with match ammunition regularly engage targets at a mile or more. Its heavy bullets resist wind and hold energy at extreme distances.
Is 12.7x99mm the same as .50 BMG?
Yes. 12.7x99mm NATO is the metric designation for .50 BMG. Commercial .50 BMG and 12.7x99mm ammunition will fire in rifles chambered for either name.
More About .50 BMG Ammo
John Moses Browning developed .50 BMG near the end of World War I for the M2 heavy machine gun, often called "Ma Deuce," which entered service in the 1930s and is still in use today. The cartridge's power and range made it one of the most important military rounds of the 20th century.
In the 1980s, Ronnie Barrett designed a shoulder-fired semi-auto rifle around .50 BMG, which became the Barrett M82. That rifle and others like it brought the cartridge to long-range civilian shooters, who now use it in dedicated .50 caliber matches at 1,000 yards and beyond.
Related reading: An In-Depth Look at 50 BMG Ammo