About Match Ammunition

Like the name suggests, ammunition of this type is intended to be used for match use. Naturally, these loadings feature projectiles and traits which are conducive to dispatching threats. Match ammo is found in a wide range of calibers like 9mm, 6.5 Creedmoor, .223 Remington, .38 Special, and more. Ammo of this type is available in a wide range of grain weights, projectile types, velocities, and other styles which cater to various types of shooters. This is to say that there are match ammo offerings which are suitable for competition and recreation alike.

Types of Match Ammo Loadings

• Extremely Low Drag - eXpanding (ELD-X):Loadings of this type feature premium ELD-X projectiles from Hornady. These types of loadings are well-suited to long range shooting and hunting. ELD-X loadings are specifically optimal for hunting due to the consistent expansion they provide. The high velocities and flat shooting of these loadings allow end users to reach out to extended ranges and optimize their performance.
• Full Metal Jacket (FMJ):Like the name suggests, these types of loadings feature projectiles which are adorned with metal jacketing. This jacket is generally made of copper and will cover the tip and sides of the projectile. Typically, the base of the projectile is left uncoated. These types of loadings are well-suited for range use and are some of the most common types of ammo one will encounter.
• Hollow Point Boat Tail (HPBT):HPBT loadings feature hollow point projectiles with boat tail style bases. These differ from traditional projectiles with flat bases and are well-suited to precision-oriented shooting. Like traditional hollow point loadings, these loadings are also designed to facilitate expansion on impact.
• Open Tip Match (OTM):These types of loadings will generally feature heavier projectiles and are well-suited to precision-oriented shooting. Material has been removed from these projectiles, hence the “Open-Tip Match” designation, helping achieve high velocities. While technically a hollow point, these loadings are designed for superior ballistic performance and not intended to function as standard hollow points.

Firearms that Use Match Ammo

There are currently a wide range of firearms on the market which are great hosts for match ammunition. Firearms in manual action and autoloading forms alike can take full advantage of match ammo. This is to say that a wide variety of precision oriented and even rack grade rifles can utilize ammo of this type for competitive and accurized shooting applications.