556 Green Tip: Decoding the Cartridge, Performance, and Regulations
Understanding the Green Tip Designation At its heart, a 556 Green Tip is simply a bullet within a 5.56x45mm NATO cartridge. The defining characteristic, as the name suggests, is the green painted tip. This coloration is not merely aesthetic; it serves as a visual indicator of the bullet’s design and purpose. The green tip typically … Read more
