"16, 1:9 twist .223 , need help to choose ammo

[Laszlo]

Please help me choose the right ammo for my new RRA LAR 15. This rifle will be my home and family`s defender.
Currently it sports the Hornady 60 gr. TAP FPD. Is that ok or should I get something else?

Thanks in advance.

[Shooters Plus]

If you have'nt already... here is some good ammo reading :)

Ammo Oracle (http://www.ammo-oracle.com/body.htm)

[goblue]

Originally posted by uncle z
If you have'nt already... here is some good ammo reading :)

Ammo Oracle (http://www.ammo-oracle.com/body.htm)

Yup. You will be answering questions for the rest of us after you read that.

[biggl35]

The ammo you have will work just peachy with you 1/9 twist barrel.;)

[toolman_556]

you should be fine up to about 70 grain bullets with 1/9. I prefer this twist as it will shoot almost anything well. Shoot what you have.

[project91]

Originally posted by toolman_556
you should be fine up to about 70 grain bullets with 1/9. I prefer this twist as it will shoot almost anything well. Shoot what you have.

Yep what he said. I would stay between 55 and 69 grain.

Oh and Toolman, I have one of your lowers and it rocks. Got a RRA upper on it and the fit and finish is perfect. I think you should give me another one. PLEASE!!!!!!!!

[Laszlo]

Thanks for the replies and for the link to Ammo Oracle. That is a great source of information. I,ve read it from top to bottom two times.

By the way, I`am extremelly happy with my RRA. This is a very well executed and accurate firearm with a sweet triger. Highly recomend it.

[Laszlo]

I found some additional info for 1:9 twist 16" barrel.
It looks like I just answerd my own question.

http://www.bushmaster.com/le/tests/hornady_tactical_ammunition.htm