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The NATO round has a muzzle velocity of 930 m/s and an energy of 1.700 J. At 400 meters these figures as reduced to 575 m/s and 650 J. At ranges up to 125 m the NATO round is certain to fragment and is considered potentially more lethal than the larger and heavier 7.62x39mm Soviet round.
Nov 28, 2014 · NATO agreed in 1977 to accept the 5.56×45 round as a NATO standard, with some minor variations in loading and bullet design. The acceptance of the M16 and its 5.56×45 cartridge was not without controversy.
The 5.56×45mm NATO round, pronounced " five-five-six ", is an intermediate cartridge and the main bullet type used by guns made for NATO militaries. It was first used in the Vietnam War as the main bullet used by the US military.
Jul 20, 2022 · The main differences are that 5.56×45 mm NATO operates at a higher chamber pressure (about 60,000 PSI versus 55,000 PSI on the .223 Rem.) and the 5.56’s chamber is slightly larger than that of the .223 Rem. Also, the throat or leade is longer in the 5.56×45 mm chamber.
The 5.56×45mm NATO ( 5.56, 5.56×45mm, or 5.56 NATO) cartridge is one of the standardized cartridges for the nations in the NATO organization.
May 21, 2023 · The 5.56×45mm nato cartridge is an intermediate cartridge designed for the military, while the 5.56×45mm cartridge is intended for civilian use. The 5. 56×45 cartridge is a popular choice among hunters and sport shooters, known for its accuracy, reliability, and moderate recoil.
