Hornady Frontier 5.56 NATO 68 gr BTHP Match is a military-grade centerfire rifle cartridge developed for consistent performance in modern sporting rifles and precision target use. The cartridge uses a 68-grain boat-tail hollow point (BTHP) match bullet loaded in brass cases with military-grade boxer primers. This offering is packaged in retail boxes and is suitable for range practice and precision shooting applications.
Packaging: Sold per box containing 20 rounds. Case orders are fulfilled by ordering the required number of boxes; one standard case consists of 25 boxes (500 rounds).
Key Specifications
- This cartridge is chambered in 5.56 NATO.
- The projectile weight is 68 grains.
- The bullet type is a Boat-tail Hollow Point (BTHP) Match.
- The reported ballistic coefficient is 0.355 (G1).
- The reported sectional density is 0.194.
- The listed muzzle velocity is 2960 fps.
- The listed muzzle energy is 1323 ft lbs.
- The cartridge uses brass cases.
- The pack contains 20 rounds per box.
- Case quantity is 25 boxes (500 rounds per case).
Produced under the Frontier Cartridge line with Hornady bullets and manufacturing partnership with Lake City, this 5.56 NATO 68 gr BTHP Match load emphasizes dimensional consistency and reliable ignition for precision work and high-quality range use. The 20-round retail box and bulk case option accommodate both single-shooter needs and higher-volume training requirements.
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