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Black Hills Ammunition

5.56x45mm Nato 50gr Tsx Optimised Ammo - New Rifle 5.56x45 Nato 50gr Barnes Tsx Flat Base 500/Case

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Black Hills

5.56x45mm NATO 50gr TSX Optimized

New Production

Reloadable boxer primed brass

Varmint Hunting,

Target shooting, and duty use

Packaged As

500-round case

Manufactured Black

Hills Ammunition

$949.38
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SKU: 105001389

Overview

Built for shooters who need a versatile 5.56x45mm load, this Black Hills factory-new ammunition is suited to varmint hunting, target work, and duty use. It uses 50-grain TSX bullets and comes in new production, reloadable boxer-primed brass. The 500-round case format is a practical option for high-volume range time or keeping a ready supply on hand.

Why Hunters Choose the Black Hills Ammunition

Factory New

Ammunition from Black Hills Ammunition

Loaded 50gr

50gr Barnes TSX bullets

New Production

Reloadable boxer primed brass

Suitable Varmint

Hunting and target shooting

Offered 500-round

Case

Key Features

  • Black Hills 5.56x45mm NATO 50gr TSX Optimized factory new ammunition
  • New production ammo with reloadable boxer primed brass
  • Designed for varmint hunting, target shooting, and duty use
  • Packaged as a 500-round case
  • Manufactured by Black Hills Ammunition

Best Used For

  • Varmint hunters needing factory-new 5.56x45mm ammunition for field use
  • Target shooters looking for consistent new-production ammo for range sessions
  • Users seeking reloadable boxer-primed brass for future reloading
  • Hunters or shooters wanting a 50gr TSX load in 5.56x45 NATO
  • Those needing ammunition suitable for duty or defensive training applications

Specifications

Ammunition TypeRifle Ammo
BrassReloadable boxer primed brass
Bullet TypeBarnes TSX Flat Base
Bullet Weight50 gr
Cartridge5.56x45mm NATO
ConditionNew
Factory NewYes
OptimizedYes
Primer TypeBoxer primed
Quantity500/Case

Pros

  • Factory new ammunition from Black Hills Ammunition
  • Loaded with 50gr Barnes TSX bullets
  • New production with reloadable boxer primed brass
  • Suitable for varmint hunting and target shooting
  • Offered in a 500-round case

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • This is 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition, so it should be matched to a firearm chambered for that cartridge rather than treated as a general-purpose load.
  • The 50gr TSX Optimized load is purpose-built, which makes it more specialized than a broad all-around practice round.
  • It is sold as new production ammunition in reloadable boxer-primed brass, so the brass may be a consideration for shooters who reload.
  • The case quantity is 500 rounds, which is convenient for higher-volume use but may be more than some buyers need for occasional shooting.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Other 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition
  • Varmint hunting ammunition
  • Target shooting ammunition
  • Reloadable brass ammunition

Suggested Accessories

  • Ammunition storage box
  • Magazine loader
  • Cleaning kit
  • Hearing protection

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of ammunition is this Black Hills load intended for?

The product description says it is designed for varmint hunting, target shooting, and duty use.

Is this ammunition new production or reloads?

It is described as new production ammunition.

What case type does this ammo use?

The description states that it is made with reloadable boxer primed brass.

Who makes this ammunition?

The manufacturer listed in the source data is Black Hills Ammunition.

How is this product packaged?

The title indicates a 500-round case.