Is Winchester m193 ammo good?
The easily identifiable white box means high quality and reliability at a low price. This ammunition is loaded with a full metal jacket bullet which is known for its positive functioning and exceptional accuracy. On impact this bullet does not expand and is ideal for target shooting.
Who manufactures IMI ammo?
Government of Israel
IMI Systems
| Native name | Hebrew: תעש מערכות בע”מ |
|---|---|
| Key people | Yitzhak Aharonovich (Chairman) Avi Felder (President and CEO) |
| Products | Weapons, combat vehicles, munitions |
| Owner | Government of Israel |
| Divisions | Fire Power Division Maneuverability Division Small Caliber Ammunition Division |
What does M193 mean on ammo?
What is the M193? The M193 is essentially the standard, average, or ‘run of the mill’ 5.56 rounds. Used in massive quantities by our troops overseas; the M193 is a 55 grain, lead cored, full metal jacket projectile with a muzzle velocity of 3,250 fps.
Is M193 the same as 5.56 NATO?
The M855 and M193 are 5.56×45 NATO caliber, which while derived from the . 223 Rem. —are not the same. The 5.56 NATO caliber has a much higher power load than the civilian .
What is M193 ammo?
What is the twist rate of M193 ammo?
Like most military ammo, M193 5.56 cartridges are chemically sealed at the primer and case mouth for extra moisture resistance. Vietnam era M16s had a relatively slow twist rate of 1:12.
Is M193 ammo considered military ammo?
Technically, both the M193 and M855 are military cartridges. Like most military surplus supplies, there are strict rules around civilian ownership of M193 and M855 ammunition. However, the average Joe can get his hands on loads nearly identical to this military ammo, even though that ammo may not be actual “mil-spec.”
What is the history of the M193 cartridge?
Developed in the early 1960s, M193 5.56 cartridges first saw combat in Vietnam, where they were used in the then relatively new M16 rifle. Formally adopted in 1964, M193 was the primary round used in military M16s until the 1980s. (This was when the M855 “green tip” cartridge was standardized according to a NATO agreement.)
Is IMI ammo available for sale in the US?
I have heard great things about IMI 5.56 ammo in the past but had not seen it available for sale in the US for several years. Recently I have been seeing it available online as well as in some gun shops. Do any of you have experience using the ammo?