Federal American Eagle 5.56x45mm 55-grain Full Metal Jacket ammunition (part no. AE193C) is Federal’s go-to range load from Federal for AR-platform shooters who put rounds downrange by the case. American Eagle has built a reputation as a dependable, no-surprises option for high-volume practice, and this 55-grain FMJ is the industry-standard weight for 5.56x45mm NATO training ammo, feeding cleanly through virtually every AR-15 on the market. Brass cases keep this load reloadable and running reliably in rifles that can be picky about steel-cased ammunition. Sold in a bulk 100-round box, it’s built for range days, competition practice, and function testing a new upper without the cost piling up.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, the standard AR-platform rifle cartridge.
• Loaded with a 55-grain bullet, the industry-standard weight for 5.56x45mm NATO range ammunition.
• Uses full metal jacket construction for reliable feeding without expansion.
• Brass-cased for dependable extraction and reloading.
• Part of Federal’s American Eagle lineup, built as a dependable, affordable range and training option.
• Packaged in a bulk 100-round box.
• Runs about $0.64 per round at full retail, keeping high-round-count range days affordable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this FMJ load suited for defense? No, full metal jacket construction is built for reliable feeding and target work rather than expansion, so it’s best suited to range and training use.

Why choose American Eagle over a house-brand load? American Eagle is Federal’s established range line, built for dependable feeding and consistent quality across high-volume shooting.

How many rounds come in a box? Each box holds 100 rounds.

Buy the Federal American Eagle 5.56x45mm Ammo

An AR build only proves itself with ammo on hand, and this American Eagle load keeps the cost of practice manageable. Stock up on rifle ammunition before your next range trip. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.