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If you shoot an AR-15 in .223 Remington and burn through rounds regularly, American Eagle ammunition is purpose-built for your needs. This is Federal's straightforward approach to range ammo: quality materials at practical pricing. You get 500 rounds loaded with a 62-grain full metal jacket boat tail bullet, fresh brass cases, and consistent performance that doesn't require you to think twice.
The boat tail design matters more than it might sound. That tapered base resists air drag better than standard flat-base bullets, which means flatter trajectories downrange and less wind drift at distance. Pushing 3020 feet per second, these rounds maintain energy better out to 300 yards and beyond compared to lighter 55-grain loads. The FMJ design feeds reliably through semi-automatic rifles and delivers consistent accuracy without surprises. You're looking at 1255 foot-pounds of energy at the muzzle, which translates to solid performance across typical range distances.
The heavier bullet weight shifts the balance. You get better downrange energy retention and wind resistance than lighter loads, which is why lots of AR owners prefer 62-grain for anything beyond close-range plinking. Most AR-15s with 1:8 or 1:9 twist barrels handle this weight perfectly. If you've been running exclusively 55-grain and want to stretch your effective range without stepping up to premium match ammunition, this is the natural upgrade.
Brass casing and boxer primers mean these spent cases are reloadable, which adds value for anyone who handloads. Federal sources the same materials in American Eagle lines that go into their premium factory loads, just at lower per-round cost. The ammunition is non-corrosive and non-magnetic, which keeps your range experience straightforward and covers you at facilities that restrict steel-core rounds. You get 500 rounds in a single case, which amounts to 25 boxes of 20 rounds each.
Yes, the 62-grain round feeds smoothly through standard AR-15s with typical 1:8 or 1:9 twist barrels. The boat tail design and consistent velocity of 3020 fps ensure dependable cycling in semi-automatic platforms. Some users with shorter barrels (under 14.5 inches) report needing the higher velocity to cycle properly, so if you're running a short barrel, verify your setup handles this velocity range.
Absolutely. Federal uses quality virgin brass with boxer primers, making these cases ideal for reloading. This is one reason high-volume shooters prefer this ammunition over cheaper alternatives. You'll recover reloadable brass from every round fired, which adds practical value over time.
The tapered base reduces aerodynamic drag, which flattens your bullet's trajectory and cuts wind drift at distance. If you're stretching shots beyond 200 yards, the boat tail helps you maintain velocity and energy downrange better than flat-base ammunition. It also improves stability in flight, which contributes to tighter groups at longer ranges.
Yes. Federal American Eagle uses a copper-jacketed lead core bullet with no steel content, and it passes magnet tests without issue. This makes it suitable at ranges with restrictions on steel-core or green-tip ammunition.
| UPC | 50029465093483 |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | AE223NC |
| Shipping Weight | 17.1 |
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