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American Eagle Indoor Range Training Lead Free, 9mm Luger

American Eagle Indoor Range Training (IRT) Lead Free 9mm Luger 70-grain ammunition is purpose-built for high-volume indoor shooting (#9 lead shot). Each round uses a 70-grain lead-free projectile engineered to minimize indoor lead exposure while maintaining reliable feeding, consistent velocities, and manageable recoil. Rated at 1625 feet per second from standard test barrels, these rounds provide flat trajectories and predictable point-of-impact for defensive and training drills. The 50-round pack offers economical practice for busy ranges, law enforcement, and conscientious shooters who prioritize indoor air quality.

The lead-free IRT bullets reduce airborne lead contamination, helping ranges meet ventilation and safety guidelines without sacrificing function. American Eagle’s quality control ensures uniformity in bullet weight and primer ignition, improving group consistency across repeated strings of fire. Shooters who transition between indoor training and outdoor qualification appreciate the similar ballistic profile to conventional 115–124 grain loads, albeit with lighter projectile mass and faster velocities that flatten short-range trajectories.

Although this is pistol ammunition, many shooters also think about shot sizes and game loads: terms like #9 lead shot or #6 lead shot are common when discussing birdshot for shotguns. Questions such as what size shot for pheasant 12 gauge are typically answered with larger pellets—#6 or 4 and sometimes 5—rather than tiny #9. Likewise hunters weigh choices like 8 shot vs 7.5 shot depending on target size and range; those discussions help explain how pellet size affects energy and pattern density.

#9 lead shot

For indoor training, however, the priority is safe, consistent, lead-free performance. American Eagle IRT 9mm 70-grain rounds deliver a practical balance of cleanliness, accuracy, and affordability for frequent practice. Always verify range rules regarding lead-free requirements and barrel compatibility, and store ammunition in a cool, dry place. Whether for professional training or conscientious civilian practice, this 50-round pack answers the need for high-quality lead-free 9mm training ammunition.

Users report reliable feeding in striker-fired and hammer-fired pistols, with consistent primer ignition and minimal residue buildup. The lighter bullet weight requires attention to zeroing on indoor ranges but aids recoil management for rapid-fire drills. Lead-free bullets may differ slightly in expansion and penetration compared to traditional lead-core projectiles; they remain effective for training while avoiding lead fouling. Purchase preferences include 50-round cartons for convenience and cost savings. As with ammo, match to firearm specifications and follow manufacturer recommendations.