Rifle And Handgun Ammunition For Sale
Hunters use a wide variety of ammunition types, each designed for specific game and hunting situations. For big game like deer or elk, centerfire rifle cartridges such as .308 Winchester or .30-06 Springfield are popular due to their power and range.
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Hornady American Gunner .40 S&W 180 Grain Handgun Ammo Hornady American Gunnerâ„¢ .40 S&ampamp;W 180 Grain Handgun Ammo is manufactured with premium components and high standards to ensure reliable performance for self-defense. American Gunner handgun ammunition isoaded with Hornady's XT MORE... | Hornady Custom .44 Remington Magnum 300 Grain Pistol Ammo Hornady Custom .44 Remington Magnum 300 Grain Pistol Ammo delivers hard-hitting accuracy at consistent velocities. Using the same technology as Hornady's professionalaw-enforcement ammoines, Hornady Custom Pistol Ammunition is manufactur MORE... |
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Hornady ELD Match 6.5 PRC 147 Grain Centerfire Rifle Ammo Hornady ELD™ Match™ 6.5 PRC 147 Grain Centerfire Rifle Ammo delivers consistent, match-grade accuracy and flat trajectories, using their ELD (Extremelyow Drag) bullets. ELD bullets have extremely high ballistic coefficients, opti MORE... | Hornady Precision Hunter 6mm Creedmoor 103 Grain Rifle Ammo Hornady Precision Hunter™ 6mm Creedmoor 103 Grain Rifle Ammo delivers match-grade accuracy with a high-tech, expanding hunting bullet—the ELD-X™ (Extremelyow Drag eXpanding). ELD-X™ bullets have extremely high ballistic MORE... |
Hornady Precision 6.5 PRC 143 Grain Hunter Rifle Ammo Hornady Precision Hunter™ 6.5 PRC 143 Grain Hunter Rifle Ammo delivers match-grade accuracy with a high-tech, expanding hunting bullet—the ELD-X™ (Extremelyow Drag eXpanding). ELD-X™ bullets have extremely high ballisti MORE... | Hornady Critical Defense .308 Win 155 Grain FTX Rifle Ammo Effective and reliable, Hornady Critical Defense .308 Win 155 Grain FTX Rifle Ammo features patented FTX bullets, delivering consistent, controlled expansion andarge, deep wound channels essential for self-defense situati MORE... |
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Understanding the Various Types of Ammunition Used for Hunting
Ammunition plays a critical role in the success and ethics of hunting, with different types specifically designed for various game animals and hunting scenarios. Choosing the right ammunition ensures effective shot placement, humane kills, and adherence to legal and safety standards.
For big game hunting, such as deer, elk, or bear, centerfire rifle cartridges are the go-to choice. Popular calibers include .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, and .270 Winchester. These cartridges offer high velocity, deep penetration, and reliable stopping power, making them effective for long-range shots and larger animals.
Hunters often use soft-point or bonded bullets in these calibers, which are designed to expand on impact for greater energy transfer and reduced risk of over-penetration.
Bird Hunting Ammunition
Shotguns are versatile tools in the hunting world, used for everything from upland birds and waterfowl to larger game like wild boar. For bird hunting, hunters typically use birdshot, which spreads upon firing and increases the chances of hitting fast-moving targets.
For turkey and larger birds, heavier loads or specialized turkey loads offer more power and tighter patterns. Slugs and buckshot, on the other hand, are used for larger animals at close ranges, particularly in dense brush or areas where rifles are restricted.
For small game such as squirrels, rabbits, or raccoons, rimfire cartridges like the .22 Long Rifle (LR) are preferred. These rounds are lightweight, affordable, and produce minimal recoil, making them ideal for beginners or precision shooting on smaller targets.
Additionally, specialty ammunition like non-toxic steel or copper rounds is often required in certain regions to protect wildlife and ecosystems. Overall, selecting the appropriate ammunition based on game size, environment, and legal regulations is essential for safe, ethical, and successful hunting.