Rifle Ammunition
Premium loads for hunting, precision, and sport shooting
About Rifle Ammo
Engineering for accuracy, range, and terminal performance for hunting and sport shooting
Top Calibers
Detailed specs on the 10 most popular rifle ammunition calibers and manufacturers
FAQ
Find answers about caliber selection, storage, reloading, and hunting applications
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Rifle Ammunition Engineering
Accuracy, range, and terminal performance
Rifle ammunition is engineered for accuracy, range, and terminal performance. Whether you're hunting, competing, or training, selecting the right rifle caliber and load is critical to success.
Hangtown Range carries rifle ammunition when available, including hunting, training, and specialty loads in popular calibers. Due to California's regulations and ammunition availability constraints, specific calibers and types may vary. Contact our staff to verify current inventory or discuss your specific ammunition needs.
Top 10 Rifle Ammo Calibers
Complete ballistic specs for the most popular ammunition
Rifle Ammo Selection Guide
| Application | Recommended Load | Caliber / Bullet Type | Grain Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Training / Target Shooting | .223/5.56 FMJ | 55gr or 62gr FMJ | 55–62 gr |
| Precision / Benchrest | .308 Winchester Match | 168gr or 175gr HPBT | 168–175 gr |
| Deer Hunting (General) | .308 Winchester or .30-06 Soft Point | 165–180gr Soft Point | 165–180 gr |
| Long-Range Precision (600+ yards) | .338 Lapua Magnum or 6.5 Creedmoor Match | 140–147gr 6.5 CM or 250gr .338 | 140–250 gr |
| Varmint Hunting (ground squirrels, coyotes) | .223 or .22-250 Varmint | 40–55gr V-MAX or JHP | 40–55 gr |
| Elk / Large Game | .308 or .300 Win Mag Bonded | 180–200gr Bonded | 180–200 gr |
| AR-15 / Intermediate Range | 5.56 NATO or .223 FMJ | 55–77gr FMJ or HPBT | 55–77 gr |
| Youth / New Shooters | .243 Winchester Soft Point | 95–100gr Soft Point | 95–100 gr |
| Subsonic / Suppressed Shooting | .300 Blackout Subsonic | 200–220gr Subsonic | 200–220 gr |
| AK-47 / Plinker | 7.62×39 FMJ | 122gr or 123gr FMJ | 122–123 gr |
California Non-Lead Ammunition Requirement
California law requires the use of non-lead (lead-free) ammunition for all hunting statewide — including deer, wild pig, elk, pronghorn, bear, and all other wildlife. This applies on all California lands. Lead-core bullets and shot are prohibited for hunting. Hangtown Range carries California-compliant copper, monolithic, and other non-toxic rifle ammunition to meet this requirement. Ask our staff to confirm your selected ammo is certified lead-free before heading afield.
Frequently Asked Questions
Expert answers on rifle ammunition selection and use