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223 / 5.56 Match Grade Ammo Prices & Market Data

RF-223556-COMP-MA • Live market pricing
Live data from 2000+ retailers
Price History
Per round, USD
7D 30D 90D 6M 1Y
Market range (high–low)
Median price
AmmoSquared price
MARKET HIGH
$2.25
Highest price observed (90D)
MARKET LOW
$0.85
Lowest price observed (90D)
MEDIAN PRICE
$1.34
Less sensitive to outliers
MARKET SPREAD
$1.40
High minus low (90D)
AMMOSQUARED PRICE / ROUND
$0.96
Our current price
RETAILERS TRACKED
2000+
Samples in 90D
LAST UPDATED
Aug 1, 2026 · 12:00 AM UTC
Heads up: If you see a price that looks incorrect, it may be due to bad retailer data. Please let us know so we can investigate and correct it.

Products Included in 223 / 5.56 Match Grade

  • 223 Federal Premium Gold Medal Match 69gr BTHP 20/ct
  • 223 Rem Black Hills Heavy Match 68 HP 50 /ct
  • 223 Rem Nosler Match 77 HPBT 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem Nosler Match Grade 69 HPBT 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem PMC X-Tac Match 77Gr OTM 20/Bx
  • 223 Rem Hornady Match 73 ELD-M 20 /ct
  • 5.56 NATO Bone Frog Ammunition 77 OTM 50 /ct
  • 5.56 Nato Hornady Frontier Match 75gr 20/ct
  • 223 Rem PPU 75 HPBT 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem Federal Gold Medal Match 77 BTHP 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem Nosler Match 70 HPBT 20 /ct
  • 223 Winchester Match 69 BTHP 20/ct
  • 223 Rem Hornady Frontier 68 BTHP 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem DoubleTap Long Range 69 HPBT 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem Norma Golden Target Match 69 BTHP 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem Sig Sauer Marksman Match 77 OTM 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem Hornady Match 75 ELD 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem ADI 69 SMK 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem Hornady Superformance Match 75 HPBT 20 /ct
  • 5.56 NATO Hornady Frontier 68 BTHP 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem PPU 69 HPBT 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem Berger Match Grade 77 OTM 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem Hornady Black 75 BTHP 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem Barnes Precision Match 77 OTM 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem Remington Premier Match 69 SMK 20 /ct
  • 223 Rem Freedom Munitions ProMatch 77 HPBT 50 /ct

About 223 / 5.56 Match Grade Ammo

.223 Remington / 5.56 NATO Match Grade ammunition is built for precision shooting and long-range accuracy, typically using 69–77 grain open tip match (OTM) or hollow point boat tail (HPBT) bullets loaded to very consistent velocities. These loads are designed to maximize accuracy in rifles with appropriate twist rates, commonly 1:7 or 1:8, and are widely used in competition, precision training, and distance shooting. Match-grade loads prioritize uniform powder charges, high-quality brass, and tight quality control to minimize velocity variation. Pricing runs higher than standard practice ammo due to premium projectiles and manufacturing tolerances. The products listed above include dedicated match lines from major manufacturers, so daily price movement reflects the precision rifle retail market.

This page tracks live market pricing for .223 / 5.56 Match Grade — precision rifle loads engineered for accuracy and consistency — aggregated daily from 2000+ retailers. The chart shows the median cost per round, the market spread between typical low and high listings, and AmmoSquared's current price. Use it to see where .223/5.56 match pricing sits today and time your buying accordingly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of ammo are available from AmmoSquared?

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We only stock high-quality, factory-new (not reloaded) ammunition from brands we trust, like PMC, Fiocchi, Federal, Remington, Winchester, Speer, Magtech, Wolf, Aguila, and others. When ammo is shipped, it will include a balanced variety of brands and loadings. All ammunition will be brass-cased, with very few exceptions .

Why does AmmoSquared calculate the median price and not the average?

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AmmoSquared gathers prices from thousands of ammo retailers and calculates the median price (rather than the average) to avoid distortion from unusually high or low prices. This method ensures transparent and fair pricing.

Why is AmmoSquared's price sometimes higher than what I see on ammo price comparison sites?

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AmmoSquared isn't built to always match the single lowest advertised price online. Price comparison sites often include loss leaders, temporary sale prices, limited-quantity promos, and “low price + high shipping” listings that aren't representative of what most people actually pay, especially once you factor in shipping. AmmoSquared aims for competitive, stable, sustainable pricing across the broader market. Once you factor in the benefits of getting your ammo from AmmoSquared (e.g. buy ammo automatically on your schedule and budget, store it in our climate-controlled facilities for free, available free shipping, etc.), you're getting a lot of value for the price you pay.

I found a price lower than the “Low” shown on your chart. Is your data wrong?

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Our price chart is based on real daily retail transactions across thousands of retailers. In other words, it's built from what people actually paid, not just what a retailer listed online. Our price chart is meant to be a helpful market snapshot, but that doesn't mean you'll never find a one-off deal below the “low.”

But I really think your data might be wrong...

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We do want to know about meaningful discrepancies. If you find a regular price online that looks truly comparable and lower, email us with the link (and ideally a screenshot of the price plus shipping). We review these to make sure our pricing is fair and that our data processing is accurate.