Good quality bulk M193

[Mr McSimon]

Hey guys. I've been doing some searching and learning that not all (X)M193 loads are created equal, and that even some brands perform differently from lot to lot. So that said, I'm looking for some current advice on which M193 is the best choice to get started with. I'm looking to buy 1000 rounds to use for my initial zero, then to use as my "get to know your rifle" ammo. I'll be shooting a 16" 1:7 chrome barrel.

Right now I'm leaning towards this deal on a case of Magtech CBC.....

https://redriverreloading.com/ammo/c...1000rds-c.html

Can anybody confirm that this is a good choice, or let me know what other good or better choices there are? IMI and PMC are other brands that I'm considering, with a preference to IMI between those two, but I also see PMP and a lot of Privi out there. Any and all input is appreciated.

[C4IGrant]

Hey guys. I've been doing some searching and learning that not all (X)M193 loads are created equal, and that even some brands perform differently from lot to lot. So that said, I'm looking for some current advice on which M193 is the best choice to get started with. I'm looking to buy 1000 rounds to use for my initial zero, then to use as my "get to know your rifle" ammo. I'll be shooting a 16" 1:7 chrome barrel.

Right now I'm leaning towards this deal on a case of Magtech CBC.....

https://redriverreloading.com/ammo/c...1000rds-c.html

Can anybody confirm that this is a good choice, or let me know what other good or better choices there are? IMI and PMC are other brands that I'm considering, with a preference to IMI between those two, but I also see PMP and a lot of Privi out there. Any and all input is appreciated.

BEST 62GR: http://www.gandrtactical.com/cgi-bin...on&key=CBC556B

BEST 55GR: http://www.gandrtactical.com/cgi-bin...on&key=MEN556A


C4

[Straight Shooter]

Grant- Been tryig to find chrono info on the 62gr out of a 16" 1/7 barrel carbine. Any info?
Also- is this marketed as a self defense type load?

[C4IGrant]

Grant- Been tryig to find chrono info on the 62gr out of a 16" 1/7 barrel carbine. Any info?
Also- is this marketed as a self defense type load?

I don't know of any info on it. I am also not sure why it matters?

You can certainly use M193 as a self-defense load, but there are much better choices out there IMHO.

C4

[ScottsBad]

BEST 62GR: http://www.gandrtactical.com/cgi-bin...on&key=CBC556B

BEST 55GR: http://www.gandrtactical.com/cgi-bin...on&key=MEN556A


C4

I think Grant is exactly right about this. I have had good results with both of these. The 62gr CBC is not M855 which is probably why its better than "green tip". This is good get to know your rifle ammo. It can be used for SD, but there are some expensive specialized ammo available for that if you feel you need the best SD load.

[fz1boxer]

I have shot the men 5.56 55grain,it is good clean ammo very accurate,buy it and buy alot.

[bfoosh006]

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[Mr McSimon]

Once the MEN had been mentioned here, I remembered the dedicated thread Grant started about it too, so between that and this one it's hard to argue anything different. Tomorrow is payday so I intend on going with the MEN M193 as recommended. Thanks for the responses.

[Kdubya]

Sounds like you may have decided, but I came across these yesterday. IMI and Xtac are my two favorites and shoot well in just about every AR I've run them through. Since you specifically mentioned IMI in the OP, I figured I'd share. Pretty good price.

http://www.eagleeyeguns.com/mobile/P...M193(Case-500)

[Mr McSimon]

Sounds like you may have decided, but I came across these yesterday. IMI and Xtac are my two favorites and shoot well in just about every AR I've run them through. Since you specifically mentioned IMI in the OP, I figured I'd share. Pretty good price.

http://www.eagleeyeguns.com/mobile/P...M193(Case-500)

Decided or not, thanks for the additional info. I have a feeling I'll be trying different ammo out over time, so having some back up options is always a good thing. I still like the look of the CMC, IMI, and PMC too, so those all may end up in my rifle at some point or another.