Bullet
- Measured in calibers according to the size of the rifle bore
- Made of lead, lead alloy or copper
- Can be jacketed, semi-jacketed or non-jacketed
- Jacketed bullets are covered entirely with copper or copper alloy
- Semi-jacketed bullets are partially covered with copper or copper alloy
- Bullets also come in a variety of shapes and weights that affect the aerodynamics of the projectile as well as the desired reaction when striking a target
- There are four major shapes: round-nose, spitzer, hollowpoint, wadcutter and pre-fragmented.
- Many also feature polymer tips to enhance downrange ballistics and expansion
For examples of bullet options, see the following sites:
Go to Speer Bullets
Go to Federal Premium Ammunition
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