Hornady Black 5.56 NATO 75 grain InterLock HD SBR is a centerfire rifle cartridge sold in 20-round boxes and 200-round cases (10 boxes). This load is formulated for short-barreled rifles and is specifically optimized for 10.5–11.5 inch SBR barrels for improved performance in suppressed and unsuppressed use. Manufacturer-listed ballistics for this load show a muzzle velocity of 2321 feet per second and a muzzle energy of 897 ft-lbs.
Key Specifications
- The cartridge is chambered in 5.56 NATO.
- The bullet weight is 75 grains.
- Each retail box contains 20 rounds.
- A standard case consists of 10 boxes.
- The total rounds per case are 200 rounds.
- The listed muzzle velocity is 2321 fps.
- The listed muzzle energy is 897 ft lbs.
- The cartridge uses brass cases.
- This load is optimized for 10.5–11.5 in SBR barrels.
- The marketed model name is BLACK.
This Hornady Black load offers a factory-configured option for shooters running short-barreled 5.56 platforms who prioritize consistent velocity and predictable performance from a boxed ammunition format. Packaged in 20-round boxes and available by the case as ten boxes, it provides a measured, factory-specified choice for range and duty-style applications.
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