Lot 346:
Federal Ammunition 5.56x45mm NATO XM855 Green Tip Penetrator Ball Ammunition Lot of 420 Rounds in Metal Can
Description
This lot consists of a collection of 420 rounds of 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition manufactured by Federal Cartridge Co. at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant. The cartridges are M855 ball type, featuring 62-grain full metal jacket (FMJ) projectiles with characteristic green-painted tips indicating a steel “penetrator” core. The rounds are housed in an olive drab metal ammunition storage can with a hinged lid, gasket seal, and top carrying handle. The side of the can bears an identification label with the following transcribed markings: XM855LC1 AC1, 5.56x45mm, 62 Grain FMJ BALL, 420 Rounds, Stripper Clips, FEDERAL AMMUNITION, GROSS WT. 16.0 lb, SMQ18F817-283, and CARTRIDGES, SMALL ARMS UN0012. Shipping and hazard classifications include ORM-D and 1.4S designations. While the original factory label specifies stripper clips, these 420 rounds are currently loose within the can. The label carries a copyright date of 2011 F.C.C. and specifies the Federal Cartridge Co. address in Anoka, Minnesota. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The ammunition appears to be in good used condition with clean brass casings and intact green tip paint on the projectiles. No significant corrosion or verdigris is visible on the cartridges. The metal ammunition can shows typical minor scuffs, finish wear, and light surface oxidation consistent with storage and handling. The white adhesive identification label is mostly intact with two small tears near the center and some light surface dirt. The gasket seal on the lid appears functional.
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