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Q&A for Barnes Precision Match 5.56x45mm NATO 85 grain Match Burner Open Tip Match Boat Tail Centerfire Rifle Ammunition — 4 Questions & 5 Answers

Name Barnes Precision Match 5.56x45mm NATO 85 grain Match Burner Open Tip Match Boat Tail Centerfire Rifle Ammunition (5)
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Ruben, member, from FL, United States, asked on August 12, 2022

What would be the ballistic performance of this heavy bullet out of an 18" barrel?

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Answered by Hunter, Gear Expert, from OH, United States, on August 18, 2022

I recommend contacting Barnes Bullets for the ballistic testing results of this Barnes Precision Match 5.56x45mm NATO 85 grain ammo.

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John M, member, from SC, United States, asked on October 16, 2022

Will this fit and feed reliably in a AR pattern rifle?

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Answered by Ethan, Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on October 20, 2022

The Barnes Precision Match 5.56x45mm NATO Ammunition will function in any rifle chambered in 5.56 or .223 Wylde. However, this ammunition is 85 grains and may not be suitable for your specific rifle. Email us at Techsales@opticsplanet.com for further assistance.

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ELiubenov, member, from NY, United States, asked on August 22, 2022

Will this work safely on a Stag-15 Ar15?

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Answered by Ethan, Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on August 29, 2022

The Barnes Precision Match 5.56x45mm NATO 85 grain Match Burner Open Tip Match Boat Tail Centerfire Rifle Ammunition will function in any rifle chambered in 5.56 or .223 Wylde, but is better geared for barrels with a lower twist rate (1:7).

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gcolt45, member, from NV, United States, asked on July 23, 2020

Will this ammo work safely on my fn15 20"?

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Answered by Barnes Bullets, Manufacturer from UT, United States, on July 13, 2022

Yes, this ammo will work safely in that gun.

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