Frontier is Hornady’s approach to affordable, “military-grade” ammo that can meet the demands of shooters who burn through lots of ammo.

Whether you’re filling your range bag, optimizing for defense, or seeking match performance, understanding the differences is key.

In this guide, we’ll break down each product line, compare them to competing offerings, and explain how to choose the right round for you.

Federal’s 5.56/.223 offerings span multiple lines—from low-cost, high-volume range ammo to specialized loads for defense or match shooting.