What Are Cardboard Ammo Boxes Used For?

Cardboard ammo boxes are built to hold, protect, and display loose ammunition for retail sale and transport. Their rigid construction and fitted trays keep cartridges secure and organized. They are commonly used for:
  • Pistol and handgun ammunition
  • Rifle ammunition
  • Rimfire rounds
  • Shotgun shells
  • Reloaded and remanufactured ammo
  • Private-label and house-brand ammunition
  • Range and bulk value packs
  • Collector and specialty loads

Why Do Businesses Choose Cardboard Ammo Boxes?

Cardboard ammo boxes give brands a durable, printable way to package rounds while creating a clean surface for branding and required information. They protect the product, improve shelf presence, and organize cartridges neatly. Businesses choose them because they:
  • Keep rounds seated and prevent movement during transport
  • Offer a large printable area for logos, caliber, and load details
  • Support 20, 50, 100, and custom round counts
  • Use recyclable, paper-based materials
  • Stack neatly for retail shelves and display cases
  • Add a premium feel that helps a load stand out
  • Are lightweight relative to the product, which helps manage shipping

What Sizes Do Cardboard Ammo Boxes Come In?

Cardboard ammo boxes are sized around the cartridge they hold, so both the box and the inner tray are matched to the round's diameter, length, and count. This keeps the fit snug and stops cartridges from shifting. The most common formats they are built for include:
  • Pistol rounds such as 9mm, .45 ACP, .40 S&W, and .380 ACP, usually packaged in 50-round boxes
  • Revolver rounds such as .38 Special and .357 Magnum, typically in 50-round boxes
  • Rifle rounds such as .223 Remington, 5.56 NATO, .308 Winchester, and 6.5 Creedmoor, usually in 20-round boxes
  • Rimfire rounds such as .22 LR, often packaged in 50 or 100-round boxes
  • Shotgun shells in 12 gauge and 20 gauge, typically in 25-round boxes

Common Pack Configurations

Ammo boxes are ordered by how many rounds they hold. The right count depends on the cartridge type and how the product is sold at retail. Standard configurations include:
  • 20-round (common for rifle ammunition)
  • 25-round (common for shotshells and some handgun loads)
  • 50-round (the standard for most handgun and pistol ammunition)
  • 100-round (common for rimfire and range or value packs)
  • Bulk case counts and custom quantities for retail and club formats

Custom Sizing

Beyond the standard counts, boxes can be built to exact dimensions for a specific cartridge, round count, or display requirement. Custom sizing is useful when a brand runs a specialty load, wants a unique pack count, or needs the box to fit a particular retail case or shipper. We create a custom die line and matching tray so the rounds sit snug, the box closes cleanly, and the finished pack looks professional on the shelf.

What Materials Do We Use for Cardboard Ammo Boxes?

We use a strong, high-caliper board that holds the weight of a full load without bending or crushing. The right material keeps the box rigid through packing, transport, and retail handling. Our common material options include:
  • Rigid chipboard for heavy-duty strength and weight support
  • Kraft paperboard for a natural, utilitarian look
  • White SBS board for bright, clean printing surfaces
  • Corrugated stock for bulk counts and case packaging
  • Coated board for added moisture resistance
  • Recycled paperboard for sustainable, planet-friendly packaging
  • Every box pairs with a fitted inner tray, whether a die-cut chipboard partition, a slotted insert, or a molded paper tray, so each round is seated and protected.

What Printing Choices Do We Offer?

Printing turns a plain box into branded packaging that also carries the caliber, grain, bullet type, round count, and safety text a buyer needs to read at a glance. We print sharp logos, artwork, and load details across the full surface. Our printing options include:
  • CMYK full-color printing for detailed artwork and photos
  • PMS spot color printing for exact brand color matching
  • Digital printing for short runs and quick turnaround
  • Offset printing for large volume orders
  • One-color or two-color printing for simple, clean designs

Add-ons and Finishing Options

Finishing touches give your ammo boxes a premium feel and better durability. These options improve both the look and the strength of the pack. Popular add-ons include:
  • Matte or gloss lamination
  • Soft-touch coating for a premium hand feel
  • Spot UV to highlight logos and key details
  • Foil stamping in gold, silver, or custom colors
  • Embossing or debossing for a raised or pressed effect
  • Aqueous coating for added protection

Order Custom Cardboard Ammo Boxes from HOF Pack

At HOF Pack, we manufacture custom cardboard ammo boxes that combine durability, secure round retention, and clean branding. Whether you need boxes wholesale for pistol, rifle, rimfire, or shotshell loads, our team is ready to help. Contact our team at info@hofpack.com or call +1 (888) 429-4881 for a free consultation.
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