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 Superformance 6mm Remington 95 Grain SST Centerfire Rifle Ammo Hornady Superformance 6mm Remington 95 Grain SST Centerfire Rifle Ammo is engineered to increase velocity by as much as 200 fps, without increasing pressure or recoil. The added velocity flattens trajectory and increases foot pounds of energy, which MORE... | 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... |
Federal Premium .300 Winchester Short Magnum 165 Grain Barnes TSX Centerfire Rifle Ammo Federal Premium .300 Winchester Short Magnum 165 Grain Barnes TSX Centerfire Rifle Ammo utilizes Barnes' Triple-Shock X bullets. These proven all-copper, 165 grain hollow points are excellent at deliveringong range shots with precision, and mass-ef MORE... | Hornady Critical DUTY Tactical .357 Sig 135 Grain Handgun Ammo Designed with the needs of enforcement and security professionals in mind, Hornady Critical DUTY Tactical .357 Sig 135 Grain Handgun Ammo delivers superior performance for any full-size handgun operator. Delivering barrier blind p MORE... |
Hornady ELD Match .224 Valkyrie 88 Grain Centerfire Rifle Ammo Hornady ELDâ„¢ Matchâ„¢ .224 Valkyrie 88 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, MORE... | Hornady Varmint Express .220 Swift 55 Grain Centerfire Rifle Ammo Hornady Varmint Expressâ„¢ .220 Swift 55 Grain Centerfire Rifle Ammo utilizes the V-MAX polymer-tipped bullet to deliver dramatic expansion onight-skinned varmints and predators, over a wide range of distances and velocities. T MORE... |
Hornady Critical DUTY Tactical 10mm 175 Grain Handgun Ammo Designed with the needs of enforcement and security professionals in mind, Hornady Critical DUTY Tactical 10mm 175 Grain Handgun Ammo delivers superior performance for any full-size handgun operator. Delivering barrier blind perfo MORE... | Hornady Precision .300 PRC 212 Grain Hunter Rifle Ammo Hornady Precision Hunter™ .300 PRC 212 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 ballist MORE... |
Hornady ELD Match .300 PRC 225 Grain Centerfire Rifle Ammo Hornady ELDâ„¢ Matchâ„¢ .300 PRC 225 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, opt MORE... | Winchester .38 Special +P 125 Grain JHP Centerfire Handgun Ammo Winchester .38 Special +P 125 Grain JHP Centerfire Handgun Ammo is a wise choice for serious centerfire handgun shooters who demand sure functioning rounds that deliver accuracy with controlled recoil shot after shot. An ideal choice for tra MORE... |
Federal Premium .300 Winchester Short Magnum 165 Grain Barnes TSX Centerfire Rifle Ammo Federal Premium .300 Winchester Short Magnum 165 Grain Barnes TSX Centerfire Rifle Ammo utilizes Barnes' Triple-Shock X bullets. These proven all-copper, 165 grain hollow points are excellent at deliveringong range shots with precision, and mass-ef MORE... | Winchester .45 ACP 230 Grain FMJ Centerfire Handgun Ammo - 100 Rounds Winchester .45 ACP 230 Grain FMJ Centerfire Handgun Ammo is a wise choice for serious centerfire handgun shooters who demand sure functioning rounds that deliver accuracy with controlled recoil shot after shot. An ideal choice for training o 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.