Description
Nosler Match Grade ammunition represents a level of consistency and precision that serious competitors have relied on for years. This 70-grain load pairs the RDF bullet design with carefully weighed powder charges and premium Nosler brass to deliver the shot-to-shot uniformity that tight groups demand.
RDF Bullet Design for Long-Range Performance
The Reduced Drag Factor bullet features a long, optimized boat-tail and meticulously engineered hollow-point tip with incredibly small, consistent meplats. This means you get a sleek aerodynamic profile that cuts through air resistance more effectively than conventional match bullets, producing a flatter trajectory and less wind drift at distance. The design allows this ammunition to maintain velocity better across extended ranges, which is critical when conditions change between practice and competition.
Match-Grade Manufacturing Quality
Every round goes through Nosler's rigorous quality control process. Powder charges are individually weighed to precise tolerances, each cartridge is visually inspected and polished, and brass receives special attention: checked for correct length, neck-sized, chamfered, trued, and flash holes verified for proper alignment. This level of attention to detail translates into the consistency competitors expect from factory ammunition.
Ballistic Specifications and Performance
Loaded to 2850 fps with 1262 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, this 70-grain configuration sits right in the wheelhouse for precision .223 work. The brass is reloadable, giving you options down the road if you decide to squeeze more value from your ammunition investment. Whether you're working distance at 300 yards or pushing further, the RDF design handles the job.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .223 Remington / 5.56 NATO
- Bullet Weight: 70 grains
- Bullet Type: Hollow Point Boat Tail (HPBT)
- Bullet Design: Reduced Drag Factor (RDF)
- Rounds per Box: 20
- Muzzle Velocity: 2850 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 1262 ft-lbs
- Case Material: Reloadable Brass
- Manufacturer: Nosler
- MPN: 60130
- UPC: 054041601306
- Purpose: Match Competition, Target Shooting
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of .223 Remington ammunition
- 70 grain RDF HPBT projectiles
- Premium Nosler brass cartridge cases
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Nosler RDF bullets different from standard match bullets?
The RDF design features a uniquely optimized boat-tail and compound ogive that minimize air resistance, resulting in higher ballistic coefficients compared to conventional hollow-point match bullets. This translates to flatter trajectories and less wind deflection at distance. The incredibly small, consistent meplats also mean less variation between rounds.
Is this ammunition reloadable?
Yes, the premium Nosler brass is reloadable. Each piece of brass is carefully inspected and prepared at the factory, and the consistent quality carries through to reloading, giving you an extra value proposition if you handload.
What twist rate does my rifle need for the 70gr RDF?
A 1:9 twist or faster will stabilize the 70-grain bullet reliably. Many match rifles use 1:8 or even 1:7 twists, which work very well with this weight. If your rifle has a slower twist (like 1:12), lighter bullets in the 55-65 grain range would be more appropriate.
How does this compare to military ammunition?
This is match-grade precision ammunition, not surplus or military ammo. Every detail receives attention for consistency: weighed powder charges, polished rounds, checked brass dimensions. Military ammunition prioritizes cost and function; Match Grade prioritizes tight grouping and predictable performance.





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