Bear Creek Arsenal Introduces Budget-Friendly 5.56 Ammunition For Range and Training Use
Bear Creek Arsenal has entered the ammunition space with the release of its new 5.56 NATO 55-grain Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail rounds, manufactured in Sanford, North Carolina. Known primarily for budget-friendly firearms and components, the company’s move into ammunition marks a notable expansion of its product line. Designed for range training and target practice, this ammunition aims to offer shooters a consistent, American-made option at an accessible price point.
Below is the press release from Bear Creek Arsenal on their new 5.56 ammunition.
Press Release

Bear Creek Arsenal, a trusted name in precision firearms and components, is proud to announce the release of its new 5.56 NATO 55 grain full metal jacket (FMJ) boat tail ammunition, made right in the heart of Sanford, North Carolina.
Designed for shooters who demand consistency, reliability, and American quality, Bear Creek Arsenal’s latest ammunition offering combines precision engineering with superior materials. Each round features a 55-grain FMJ boat tail bullet, delivering enhanced aerodynamics, improved stability, and flatter trajectories – perfect for training, target shooting, or tactical applications.
“At Bear Creek Arsenal, we are committed to providing high-quality, American-made products at unbeatable value,” said Eugene Moore, CEO and Founder of Bear Creek Arsenal. “Expanding into ammunition manufacturing was a natural step for us.”
Key Features
- Caliber: 5.56 NATO
- Bullet Weight: 55 Grain
- Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Boat Tail
- Manufactured in: Sanford, NC
- Uses: Range training, target shooting, tactical practice
Built to the same high standards as Bear Creek Arsenal’s renowned rifles and uppers, this ammunition is meticulously loaded to ensure consistent velocity, reliable cycling, and optimal accuracy shot after shot. Whether customers are stocking up for the range or refining their skills, Bear Creek Arsenal’s 5.56 NATO 55 grain boat tail ammunition is built to perform.
Conclusion
Bear Creek Arsenal’s new 5.56 NATO ammunition is now available and aimed at meeting the needs of cost-conscious shooters looking for reliable training and target rounds. Manufactured in Sanford, North Carolina, this American-made ammo is built for range use and training. Available now, it retails at $29.50 for a box of 50 rounds.