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Federal American Eagle 7.62x51mm NATO Ammo 149 Grain Full Metal Jacket - XM80CL
Rated 4.65 out of 5 across over 132 verified reviews and growing, with over 104 5-star ratings, Federal XM80CL gives shooters a 149 grain Full Metal Jacket load for 7.62x51mm NATO rifles. XM80CL is specified with a magnetic bi-metal jacket, an important detail for anyone comparing steel core 7.62x51 range requirements.
Why Shooters Choose Federal 7.62x51mm
- Training-Ready FMJ Load: The 149 grain Full Metal Jacket bullet is suited for target shooting, training, and practice, as stated by Federal.
- Federal American Eagle Value: American Eagle ammunition is built for high-volume range use while staying within the Federal ammo lineup.
- Magnetic Bi-Metal Jacket: The XM80CL bullet uses a bi-metal jacket that attracts a magnet, consistent with the manufacturer’s military-style construction details.
- Reloadable Brass Cases: Non-corrosive brass cases are Boxer primed and reloadable, giving shooters a practical case design after range use.
- Lake City Brass: Federal states this 7.62x51mm ammunition is loaded with Lake City brass to military specifications.
- Verified Ballistics: This load is listed at 2790 fps muzzle velocity with 2575 ft lbs of muzzle energy.
- Box or Case Options: Available as a Box of 20 or Case of 500 for shooters planning range sessions or stocking up.
What Customers Say
Customer feedback stands at 4.65 out of 5 across over 132 verified reviews and growing, with over 104 5-star ratings.
Good quality. Accuracy isn’t exactly keyhole quality but good enough for defense and target shooting out to 300 yards. I chose this because of the brass and non-crimped primers for reloading.
Alan B.
New lower pricing made my case purchase easier with free shipping. The product is good Ive used it before in my M&P 10 and Rock River LAR-8 the cycle good in both.
ray s.
Love the availability of ammo that TSUSA provides to customers at a discount price. Good quality Range Federal Lake City ammo. no fail to feed
Michael P.
What is the muzzle velocity of Federal 7.62x51mm 149 grain Full Metal Jacket?
This Federal 7.62x51mm NATO load has a listed muzzle velocity of 2790 fps. It is also listed with 2575 ft lbs of muzzle energy.
Is XM80CL steel core 7.62x51 ammo?
This product is specified as a 149 grain Full Metal Jacket with a bi-metal jacket that attracts a magnet. The brief does not describe a separate steel core, so use the magnetic-jacket detail when checking range rules.
Is this 7.62x51mm FMJ ammo good for training and practice?
Yes. Federal states this American Eagle load is intended for target shooting, training, and practice, making it a practical choice for range use.
Are the cases reloadable?
Yes. This ammunition uses non-corrosive brass cases with Boxer primers, and Federal lists the cases as reloadable.
Is this a boat tail bullet?
Yes. This Federal Lake City 7.62x51mm NATO 149 Grain FMJ ammunition features a boat tail bullet.
How is this Federal ammo packaged?
The verified packaging is Box of 20 or Case of 500. That gives shoppers a standard box option and a larger case option for planned range use.
About Federal 7.62x51mm
Federal American Eagle 7.62x51mm NATO XM80CL is a 149 grain Full Metal Jacket load built with brass cases, Centerfire Boxer primers, and a bi-metal jacket that attracts a magnet. Federal describes this ammunition as new production, non-corrosive, and loaded with Lake City brass to military specifications.
Full Metal Jacket bullets are commonly selected for range work because they feed well in many rifles and are designed for practice rather than expansion. For shooters checking range rules around 7.62 NATO FMJ ammo, the key construction note is the magnetic bi-metal jacket, not an unsupported claim beyond what Federal lists for this round.
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| Manufacturer | Federal |
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| Caliber | 7.62x51mm |
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| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket |
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| Grain | 150 |
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| Muzzle Velocity | 2790 fps |
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| Muzzle Energy | Not available |
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| Manufacturer | Federal |
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| Caliber | 7.62x51mm |
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| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket |
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| Grain | 149 |
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| Muzzle Velocity | 2735 fps |
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| Muzzle Energy | 2485 ft lbs |
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| Manufacturer | Federal |
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| Caliber | 7.62x51mm |
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| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket |
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| Grain | 149 |
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| Muzzle Velocity | 2790 fps |
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| Muzzle Energy | Not available |
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| Manufacturer | Federal |
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| Caliber | 7.62x51mm |
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| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket |
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| Grain | 149 |
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| Muzzle Velocity | 2700 fps |
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| Muzzle Energy | 2485 ft lbs |
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| Manufacturer | Federal |
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| Caliber | 7.62x51mm |
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| Bullet Type | Full Metal Jacket |
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| Grain | 147 |
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| Muzzle Velocity | 2700 fps |
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| Muzzle Energy | 2485 ft lbs |
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If you want 7.62x51mm ammunition for range work, this Federal American Eagle load brings FMJ construction, reloadable brass, and XM80CL magnetic bi-metal jacket details into a familiar Federal lineup. Choose a box or case option when building your bulk ammo supply for practice and training.
| Field | Details |
| MPN | XM80CL |
| UPC | 029465064754 |
| Manufacturer | Federal Ammunition |
| Platform | Rifle |
| Ammo Application | Medium Game Hunting / Target Shooting |
| Ammo Type | Full Metal Jacket |
| Caliber | 7.62x51mm NATO Ammo |
| Grain Weight | 149 |
| Quantity Per Package | Box of 20 / Case of 500 |
| Test Barrel Length | Not Provided |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2790 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 2575 ft. lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | 408 |
| Case Type | Brass Casing |
| Primer Type | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead Free | No |
| Staked Primer | Not Provided |
| Country of Origin | USA |
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