PMC Ammunition 

PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition 62 Grain Green Tip Full Metal Jacket - 556K

Rating(s) starstarstarstarstar55 (1700)1700   View all Ratings
Write A Review
Product SKU # :TS556K |  MPN: 556K  | UPC # :741569010122
PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition 62 Grain Green Tip Full Metal Jacket - 556K
USDTargetSportsUSA9.05
$9.05 /$0.452 Per Round
USDTargetSportsUSA452.50
$452.50
Free Shipping!
AVAILABLE : 99+ in stock
AVAILABLE : 99+ in stock

Customers Also Bought

  • Details
  • Shipping
You must be 21 years or older to order ammunition. Ammunition must ship UPS ground. Due to safety considerations and legal/regulatory reasons, Ammunition may not be returned. Please check local laws before ordering. By ordering this Ammunition, you certify you are of legal age and satisfy all federal, state and local legal/regulatory requirements to purchase this Ammunition.

PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition 62 Grain Green Tip Full Metal Jacket - 556K

PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition (SKU: 556K) takes center stage as a reliable, high-performance option for both seasoned professionals and dedicated enthusiasts. Engineered to meet stringent military specifications, this 62-grain green tip full metal jacket delivers consistent accuracy and impressive terminal performance—thanks in part to its robust brass casing and boxer primer design. Whether you’re training intensively at the range, fine-tuning your competition skills, or heading out for a hunt, each round of PMC X-Tac offers unwavering reliability and smooth feeding, even through high-volume shooting sessions. With a muzzle velocity of up to 3100 fps and muzzle energy of 1323 ft. lbs, you can count on steady ballistic performance and tight groupings. For shooters who demand precision, durability, and cost-effectiveness in one package, PMC X-Tac remains a standout choice in the 5.56mm ammunition market.

Features and Specifications:

  • Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket with a green tip for enhanced visibility.
  • Performance Metrics: Achieves a muzzle velocity of 2920 fps and muzzle energy of 1323 ft. lbs, aiding in excellent trajectory stability.
  • Compatibility: Crafted for optimum performance with 5.56mm platforms.
  • Application Versatility: Suitable for range use, practice, and hunting activities.
  • Packaging Options: Available in bulk with free shipping promotions for eligible orders, enhancing cost-effectiveness for high-volume shooters.

Similar Products You May Also Like

Deep Dive

Overview

The PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition is crafted for those who demand utmost precision and reliability from their ammunition, whether at the shooting range, in the field for hunting, or during firearms training exercises. With its full metal jacket bullet design and green tip, it provides improved trajectory and energy transfer, making it versatile for various shooting applications. This ammunition is particularly sought-after for its ability to maintain performance through high volume shooting exercises, providing a cost-effective yet premium solution for enthusiasts and professionals alike.

History and Development

PMC (Precision Made Cartridges) traces its origins to South Korea’s Poongsan Corporation, a major supplier of small arms ammunition to the Republic of Korea Armed Forces since the late 1960s. Over time, the company’s reputation for meeting stringent military standards led it to expand into the global civilian market under the PMC brand. By consistently producing reliable, cost-effective cartridges that closely mirror military specifications, PMC gained traction with both professional shooters and recreational enthusiasts looking for dependable range and field ammo.

The X-Tac line, which includes this 5.56x45mm NATO round (SKU: 556K), is the culmination of decades of ballistic research and hands-on testing. PMC designed X-Tac specifically to meet or exceed NATO and U.S. military performance benchmarks, ensuring every cartridge delivers reliable cycling, clean ignition, and solid terminal performance. The green tip 62-grain bullet—often referred to as M855—further underscores the line’s military lineage by incorporating a steel penetrator for improved barrier penetration. This lineage makes the X-Tac series a preferred choice for shooters who demand consistent velocities, tight groupings, and the peace of mind that each round has passed rigorous quality checks.

Whether used in a training capacity or for duty, PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition represents the intersection of manufacturing experience, military insight, and a forward-leaning approach to cartridge innovation. It is this solid foundation that continues to establish PMC as a trusted name among firearm owners and shooting sports enthusiasts worldwide.

Common Questions and FAQs

  • Is this 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition compatible with .223 Remington firearms?
    While many .223 Remington chambers can technically fire 5.56x45mm ammo, it’s generally recommended to use 5.56x45mm ammunition in a firearm specifically chambered for 5.56. 5.56 NATO rounds often have higher pressure and slightly different chamber dimensions compared to .223. Always consult your firearm’s manual to ensure safe and optimal usage.
  • What does the green tip on these PMC X-Tac rounds signify?
    The “green tip” typically denotes an M855-type projectile with a steel penetrator core at the front of the bullet. This design can improve penetration, making it popular for military applications. However, some indoor ranges or local regulations may restrict green-tip ammunition due to potential backstop damage or safety concerns. Always check range rules before use.
  • Does the 62-grain bullet weight offer any specific advantages over 55-grain ammo?
    The slightly heavier 62-grain bullet can provide better stability in barrels with faster twist rates (such as 1:7 or 1:8) and may offer more reliable penetration. It also tends to retain energy slightly better downrange than 55-grain alternatives. Whether you’ll notice a performance difference depends on your specific shooting distances and firearm setup.
  • Are these rounds reloadable and how should I store them?
    Yes, PMC X-Tac uses brass casings with Boxer primers, making them fully reloadable. For best longevity and reliability, store your ammo in a cool, dry place. Ammo cans with airtight seals help protect against moisture and temperature fluctuations that can degrade powder and primers over time.
  • Can this ammunition be used effectively for hunting medium-sized game?
    The green-tip bullet is primarily designed for military-style penetration and might not expand like a soft-point or hollow-point hunting round. While it can be used for hunting, especially in jurisdictions that allow FMJ or steel-core ammo, you may want to consider specialized hunting rounds for optimal ethical performance on medium or larger game.
  • Does this ammunition meet any specific military or NATO standards?
    Yes, the PMC X-Tac line is designed to meet or exceed military specifications, often aligning with M855 NATO standards. It’s manufactured under strict quality control to ensure reliable feeding, consistent velocities, and dependable ignition, making it a go-to for both professional and civilian shooters.
  • Will I notice a difference in muzzle flash or recoil compared to other brands?
    Muzzle flash and recoil can vary based on powder type, barrel length, and muzzle device. PMC X-Tac is formulated to offer a balanced powder burn rate, typically resulting in manageable recoil and moderate muzzle flash. Many shooters find it comparable to other military-grade 5.56 NATO loads in the same grain weight range.

The 'Round Up'

Perfect Fit for:

  • Range, Practice, Hunting

Why It Stands Out:

PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition stands out with its high-performance metrics and versatility across multiple shooting disciplines. Its design, befitting professional and recreational use combined with feasible options for bulk purchases, makes it a remarkable choice in the ammunition market. Whether for tactical training or leisure shooting, this reliable round meets the needs of discerning shooters worldwide.

Field Details
MPN556K
UPC741569010122
ManufacturerPMC Ammunition
PlatformRifle
Ammo ApplicationRange, Practice, Hunting
Ammo TypeFull Metal Jacket
Caliber 5.56mm Ammo
Grain Weight62 Grain
Quantity Per PackageBox of 20 / Case 1000
Test Barrel Length20 Inches
Muzzle Velocity3100 fps
Muzzle Energy1323 ft. lbs
Ballistic Coefficient (G1)0.304
Case TypeBrass Casing
Primer TypeBoxer
CorrosiveNo
ReloadableYes
Lead FreeNo

BULK AMMO - FREE SHIPPING

We offer Free Shipping on bulk ammo purchases for sale online at cheap discount prices. A case of ammo is a bulk ammo purchase.

Look for "FREE Shipping" next to the bulk ammunition price, add the eligible ammo to your cart, and it will be automatically applied to all orders with eligible bulk ammo products. No coupon code needed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at Target Sports USA.

UNLIMITED FREE Shipping available on all orders with Target Sports AMMO+ Membership!


AMMO+ MEMBERSHIP


Join the Target Sports USA family through our exclusive AMMO+ Membership and unlock a world of benefits. As a leading online ammo retailer, we offer members

  • 8% discount on all ammo purchases
  • FREE shipping on every order
  • 3-hour priority alerts for in-stock items

Enjoy overall savings, expedited shipping, and exclusive perks, including an annual truck giveaway and unbeatable prices on AMMO+ Membership Day. Join us today to receive a valuable welcome package, create lasting relationships, and experience elite customer service at Target Sports USA.

SHIPPING AMMUNITION


Attention Ammunition Buyers You must be 21 years or older to order ammunition. Ammo must ship UPS/FedEx Ground. For safety reasons, we cannot accept returns on ammo. Always, make sure that you use the correct ammunition for your gun. Please check local laws before ordering.


Shipping Estimate Please add the product into your shopping cart to get a shipping estimate
   
Ammo Shipping Zones
Target Sports USA only ships ammo to Contiguous 48 states only. We do not ship ammo to Alaska & Hawaii 
   
Proposition 65 Warning
 This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

Reviews

1700 Customer Review(s)
5 Star
1443  (85%)
4 Star
216  (13%)
3 Star
27  (2%)
2 Star
3  (0%)
1 Star
7  (0%)
Please login first to write a review.
Comments and Reviews on PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition 62 Grain Green Tip Full Metal Jacket - 556K
Performancestarstarstarstarstar
Valuestarstarstarstarstar
Qualitystarstarstarstarstar
great price! solid 5.56 rounds from pmc x-tac! thank you target sports usa!
Reviewed by James  B
2/7/2025 4:15:10 PM
Comments and Reviews on PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition 62 Grain Green Tip Full Metal Jacket - 556K
Performancestarstarstarstarstar
Valuestarstarstarstarstar
Qualitystarstarstarstarstar
no complaints! solid shooting 5.56 ammo from pmc x-tac! thanks target sports usa!
Reviewed by Shane  V
2/7/2025 9:58:38 AM
Comments and Reviews on PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition 62 Grain Green Tip Full Metal Jacket - 556K
Performancestarstarstarstarstar
Valuestarstarstarstarstar
Qualitystarstarstarstarstar
Never had a problem with this cartridge, solid ammo from PMC X-Tac! Thank you TSUSA!
Reviewed by trevor  w
2/4/2025 8:44:11 PM
Comments and Reviews on PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition 62 Grain Green Tip Full Metal Jacket - 556K
Performancestarstarstarstarstar
Valuestarstarstarstarstar
Qualitystarstarstarstarstar
Can never go wrong with pmc, fast delivery from TSUSA.
Reviewed by alejandro  g
2/2/2025 2:12:25 PM
Comments and Reviews on PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition 62 Grain Green Tip Full Metal Jacket - 556K
Performancestarstarstarstarstar
Valuestarstarstarstarstar
Qualitystarstarstarstarstar
Clean greay ammo. Fast shipping from Target Sports USA!
Reviewed by Jonathan  H
1/29/2025 8:16:34 PM
1  2  3  4  ..  340  > 

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions
Question:Any idea when the next shipment of this 62 grain will be in stock? - Jeffrey (10/27/2024)
Response:Jeffery, we do not have specific dates when products will be arriving. These are unprecedented times within the ammo industry. On a daily basis, we are still receiving shipments of all types of ammo calibers, however, not nearly enough to fill the demand. You may want to sign up for notifications for when any ammo in this caliber comes back into stock and try a different brand. To sign up for notifications go to My Account > Communication Tab & scroll down to Notify by Caliber. Please note - Prime Members get this alert 3 hours prior to standard customers as a benefit of their paid membership, so we might not have any inventory remaining after the Prime customers get ahold of it. Thank you for visiting TargetSportsUSA.com
Question:Any idea when this will be back in stock? Thank you - James (12/17/2023)
Response:James, we do not have specific dates when products will be arriving. These are unprecedented times within the ammo industry. On a daily basis, we are still receiving shipments of all types of ammo calibers, however, not nearly enough to fill the demand. You may want to sign up for notifications for when any ammo in this caliber comes back into stock and try a different brand. To sign up for notifications go to My Account > Communication Tab & scroll down to Notify by Caliber. Please note - Prime Members get this alert 3 hours prior to standard customers as a benefit of their paid membership, so we might not have any inventory remaining after the Prime customers get ahold of it. Thank you for visiting TargetSportsUSA.com
Question:What is the anticipated restock date for X-TAC 5.56 62gr? - Lachlan (03/24/2023)
Response:Lachlan, we do not have specific dates when products will be arriving. These are unprecedented times within the ammo industry. On a daily basis, we are still receiving shipments of all types of ammo calibers, however, not nearly enough to fill the demand. You may want to sign up for notifications for when any ammo in this caliber comes back into stock and try a different brand. To sign up for notifications go to My Account > Communication Tab & scroll down to Notify by Caliber. Please note - Prime Members get this alert 3 hours prior to standard customers as a benefit of their paid membership, so we might not have any inventory remaining after the Prime customers get ahold of it. Thank you for visiting TargetSportsUSA.com
Question:Are these true steel core M855 rounds? - Matthew (06/23/2022)
Response:Mattew, according to the manufacturer these are steel core M855 rounds. Thank you for visiting TargetSportsUSA.com
Question:You are showing 3100fps on your spec sheet, but the pic on the box is showing 2920fps.Which one id the correct spec? - Donald (08/09/2021)
Response:Donald, According to the manufacturers website the muzzle velocity of this round is 3100 fps. Thank you for visiting TargetSportsUSA.com
Question:Eta on restock? - Omar (06/17/2020)
Response:Hello, as of today we do not have an ETA on this bulk 5.56mm ammo and when it will be back in stock. Thank you for your patience and Thank you for visiting TargetSportsUSA.com
Question:When will this be available again? - Chang (06/15/2020)
Response:Hello, as of today we do not have an ETA on this bulk 9mm ammo and when it will be back in stock. Thank you for your patience and Thank you for visiting TargetSportsUSA.com
Question:Any eta on a restock? Thank you - Jason (06/02/2020)
Response:Hi Jason, we will have another shipment of this PMC 5.56mm ammo back in stock this Friday. Thank you for your patience.
Question:I must have missed it. Hopefully it'll come in again soon. - Jason (07/02/2020)
Response:Hello, as of today we do not have an ETA on this bulk 9mm ammo and when it will be back in stock. Thank you for your patience and Thank you for visiting TargetSportsUSA.com
Question:When will you be getting more in stock? Looking to get another case ASAP! - Alex (03/27/2020)
Response:tomorrow..
Question:california legal? - ricardo (12/12/2016)
Response:As far as we know the PMC X-Tac 5.56mm M855 62 Grain Green Tip FMJ ammunition is CA legal. Thank you for visiting TargetSportsUSA.com
Question:Is it magnetic? - Bobby (09/22/2016)
Response:YES, PMC X-TAC 5.56mm M855 NATO ammunition features a steel core full metal jacket bullet that is magnetic. Thank you for visiting TargetSportsUSA.com
Question:Is this new brass or reload? - Patrick (07/02/2016)
Response:PMC X-Tac 5.56mm Ammo M855 62 Grain Green Tip Full Metal Jacket ammunition is BRAND NEW production. We do not sell any type of reloads. Thank you for visiting TargetSportsUSA.com

Similar Products

View more from PMC Ammunition

View more in RIFLE AMMO

Manufacturer Details

brand


PMC Ammo For sale at TargetSportsUSA.com. Target Sports USA has the entire line of PMC Ammunition for sale online with free shipping on bulk ammo at cheap discount prices. PMC Ammunition is made in Korea and offers a premium quality ammo products at low bargain sale prices. PMC Ammunition manufactures Handgun Ammo & Rifle Ammunition and mostly known for their high quality 223 and 5.56mm ammunition. No one has ever complained about quality of PMC ammo, year after year. 

Target Sports USA has PMC Ammo For Sale in the following popular calibers: 


PMC Handgun Ammo                     PMC Rifle Ammo                     PMC Shotgun Ammo                     PMC Rimfire Ammo                    
       
PMC 9mm Ammo  PMC 5.56mm Ammo   
       
PMC 45 ACP Ammo  PMC 308 Ammo 

       
PMC 380 Ammo  PMC 223 Ammo   
       
PMC 40 S&W Ammo  PMC 50 Cal Ammo  
       
PMC 38 Special Ammo  PMC 7.62x51mm Ammo    
       
PMC 357 Magnum Ammo       




Enjoy free shipping on PMC Ammo when you buy in bulk ammunition quantities at Target Sports USA.

Back To Top
HomeSPECIALS & AMMO DEALS → PMC X-Tac 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition 62 Grain Green Tip Full Metal Jacket - 556K