What is green tip ammo?

Here's some information about green tip ammo:

Green tip ammunition, most commonly referring to the 5.56x45mm NATO M855 cartridge, is a type of rifle ammunition known for its steel core penetrator.

• Design and Purpose: The M855 round features a lead core with a steel penetrator insert at the tip, distinguished by its painted green tip. This design is intended to improve its ability to penetrate light armor and hard targets at longer ranges.

• Legality and Availability: The legality of green tip ammo can be a complex issue, and availability may be restricted in some areas. There has been debate and legal challenges regarding its classification and sale to civilians. Check your local and state laws. You can review the legality%20and%20availability

• Performance: While the steel penetrator enhances penetration against certain targets, its performance against soft targets is a matter of debate. Some argue that it is less effective at causing fragmentation and tissue damage compared to other types of ammunition. You can review the performance

• Common Uses: Often used in AR-15 style rifles and other firearms chambered in 5.56 NATO or .223 Remington. It sees use in military, law enforcement, and civilian contexts (where legal).

• Identification: Easily identified by the green paint on the tip of the bullet. You can review the identification