Norma priced it very aggressively, but how does it play out on the range?
Is functioning and accuracy up to snuff?
What Is the New Norma Tactical Ammunition?
Norma is legendary in the ammunition world, for both accuracy and innovation.
Now, they have turned their attention back to the .223/5.56 tactical market.
Tactical Accuracy
I headed to the range with aSpringfield Armory SAINT Victor rifle.
It has a 16 barrel with a 1:8 twist.
I shot all groups prone using a bipod.
Each group was five shots at 100 yards.
I used a Leupold Mark V at maximum magnification.
In testing, I found great consistency, if not exactly amazing accuracy.
I was averaging about 2 MOA groups at 100 yards, which wont exactly get you into Camp Perry.
But considering the price, Im still impressed.
Im genuinely interested to see how well the Norma Tac 223 ammo would group from a slower twist barrel.
Norma Reliability
Reliability is a key component of a good ammunition load.
Even though Norma is one of the top names in ammo, anyone can turn out bad stuff.
Rounds fed and extracted just as you would expect.
It may not be sexy, but reliability is exceptionally important and the Norma .223 rounds were reliable.
Undoubtedly, that measurement is from a 20 or 24 barrel.
I wanted to know how fast it would move from my 16 barrel.
I hooked up my Magnetospeed chronometer.
I find that this measuring tool does an excellent job at getting accurate velocity measurements.
With the first five rounds out of the box, I measured an average velocity of 2,997 fps.
The high was 3,017 fps with a low of 2,974 fps and a standard deviation of 15.5.
Best .223 Ammo for the Buck?
Buying Norma ammunition can sometimes make your wallet cringe.
As one of the top producers, the companys products can be a touch expensive.
I was surprised by the Tac .223 pricing.
For a 100% reliable .223 round, you cant beat the pricing on this.
Before sales tax, thats less than $300 for 1,000 rounds of brass-cased, reloadable .223 ammo.
Final Thoughts
With the Norma Tactical .223 Rem ammunition, you get a solid range round.
But, that doesnt mean its not good ammo.
I highly recommend it.
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