Sterling Ammo
Sterling ammunition covers rifle, pistol, and shotgun calibers at a budget-friendly price point for range and practice use. The lineup includes steel-case 7.62x39mm and brass-case 9mm and 5.56 NATO for high-volume rifle and pistol shooting, plus a full range of 12, 20, and .410 gauge shotshells — from buckshot and slugs to small-bore target loads. Impact Guns stocks Sterling’s Big Game, Exclusive, and standard range lines.
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Sterling Rifle Ammo
Sterling’s 5.56 NATO M193 (55gr FMJ) and steel-cased 7.62x39mm (123gr FMJ) cover the two most common AR-platform and AK-platform range calibers, priced for high-volume practice shooting rather than precision applications.
Sterling 9mm Pistol Ammo
Both steel-case and brass-case 115gr FMJ 9mm options are available, giving shooters a choice between steel case’s lower cost and brass case’s easier reloading/resale value and generally smoother function in pickier pistols.
Sterling Shotgun Ammo: Buckshot, Slugs, and Shot
The Big Game Series covers 12 and 20 gauge buckshot and slugs for hunting and home defense, while the Exclusive Series and standard shotshell lines cover .410 bore and target-load shot sizes for clays and small game.
Steel Case vs. Brass Case: What to Know
Steel-case ammo costs less but isn’t reloadable and can be harder on extractors in some rifles over very high volumes. Brass-case ammo costs more but is reloadable and generally the safer choice for firearms with tighter chamber tolerances or a manufacturer warranty concern around steel case use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sterling steel-case ammo safe to use in any AR-15 or AK-pattern rifle?
Most AR-15s and AK-pattern rifles run steel-case ammo without issue, but check your specific rifle manufacturer’s guidance — some warranties specify brass-case-only use.
Does Sterling make ammo for home defense, or just target practice?
The Big Game Series buckshot and slug loads are suited to hunting and home defense; the FMJ rifle and pistol loads and target shotshells are better suited to range practice than a dedicated defensive load.