Ammo cases are the accessory of choice for carrying around and transporting your ammo. While buying one might seem unnecessary to you, the truth is that leaving ammo in boxes and other small containers isn’t the most ideal for storage. That doesn’t mean it can’t work, just that it makes it harder to organize your ammo neatly and ensure that they don’t get damaged or degraded over time.
When buying an ammo case, the key things you want to look for are durability, portability, and modularity. These ensure that your ammo case will last and that you actually get the most use of it. Ammo cases also tend to be made of either metal or plastic, each offering its own advantages because while metal might sound like the automatic “better” choice, plastic doesn’t rust.
TOP CHOICES
Best Overall
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MTM Ammo Crate
- Sturdy plastic latches on each compartment.
- Compartments can be removed for individual use.
- Four separate compartments for ammo.
- Stackable units with four tie down corners.
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Best Portable Option
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Small Handgun Ammo Box
- Scuff resistant and durable polypropylene plastic body.
- Stacking feet allow for compact storing of multiple cases.
- Lightweight and portable.
- Strong snap lock latch with a 25 year guarantee from MTM.
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Best Cushioned Case
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56B100 Ammo Micro Case
- Small size allows for compact carrying.
- IP67 Waterproof rated.
- Reinforced plastic shell.
- Keylock latch keeps your bullets secured from other people in your house.
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1Tactical45 M2A2 50 Cal Ammo Can
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The Tactical45 M2A2 50 Cal Ammo Can is a large multi-purpose ammo case intended for use as both an ammo storage box and as an organizer for larger gear including weapons and valuables. It measures 12 x 6 x 8.5 inches with a depth of 7 inches, allowing you to fit almost everything you need for a hunting trip.
This ammo case features two metal latches on the sides that keep the lid firmly shut. There’s a large handle on the top to help you with carrying the case. That said, the fixed handle also means that you can’t stack this case on top of other cases just like it.
PROS
- Made entirely of stainless steel.
- Powder-coated finish helps keep rust away.
- Multi-purpose since it's large size lets you store larger gear.
- Sturdy top handle.
CONS
- Bulky and non-stackable.
2Small Handgun Ammo Box
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This ammo case may not look like much because of its size, but that’s actually its advantage: It’s the lightest, most portable ammo case on your list.
While it won’t hold as many bullets as other ammo case models, its small size of just 5 x 5 x 5 inches lets you easily put it in a bag and hit the road.
Don’t let its small size fool you, though, this case is actually capable of holding multiple types of ammo such as 9mm Luger, 380 ACP, 30 Luger, 32 S&W, and 9mm Makarov.
If one isn’t enough for all of your ammo, you can purchase multiple clear blue ammo cases and stack them on top of each other on a shelf or cupboard. They have a scuff-resistant textured surface and stacking feet so you won’t have to worry about damaging the plastic.
PROS
- Scuff resistant and durable polypropylene plastic body.
- Stacking feet allow for compact storing of multiple cases.
- Lightweight and portable.
- Strong snap lock latch with a 25 year guarantee from MTM.
CONS
- Smaller size means this case has limited storage.
3MTM ACR4-18 Ammo Crate Utility Box
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The MTM ACR4-18 Ammo Crate Utility Box is one of the more basic ammo case models offered by MTM. This case is also made of polypropylene plastic and has a powder green finish, giving it an almost metallic look if not for the difference in sheen. This choice of material allows the MTM ACR4-18 Ammo Crate Utility Box to be water resistant and rust resistant.
Though it’s made of plastic, this utility box can carry up to 65 pounds of gear and has not one but two strong side handles to make lifting heavy gear a little less torturous.
This ammo case measures 17.2 x 10.7 x 5.5 inches and has a total of 570 cubic inches, meaning you have a lot of space for your valuables.
PROS
- Double padlocked tabs.
- 570 cubic inch internal space and 65 pounds capacity.
- Strong side handles for carrying.
- Stackable with other MTM ACR4-18 Ammo Crate Utility Box units.
CONS
- No top or side handles for easier transportation,.
4 MTM Ammo Crate
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The MTM Ammo Crate is a four-compartment ammo case that lets you take it apart and take each of its compartments with you as its own ammo case. So, you can either bring it with you as one full ammo case or pick up whichever case you need and take that with you. This makes it more convenient to store even though the case has no divider grid for individual bullets.
The ammo cans included with the MTM Ammo Crate feature O-ring seals that keep your bullets dry and safe from the elements. Since the handles of each compartment can lie flat, you can even store them on top of each other or similarly sized MTM ammo case units.
PROS
- Compartments can be removed for individual use.
- Four separate compartments for ammo.
- Sturdy plastic latches on each compartment.
- Stackable units with four tie down corners.
CONS
- Bulky width may make it difficult to store.
556B100 Ammo Micro Case
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If it’s a padded ammo case you’re looking for, the 56B100 Ammo Micro Case might be the best choice for you. This ammo case holds up to 100 bullets and is designed to accommodate bullets such as .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, 10mm, 5.7 FN, .38 SPL, .357 MAG, 5.56 NATO, and .223.
The case is made of durable ABS plastic injection molded with reinforced ribs and latches that strengthen the case and keep your items locked in place.
PROS
- Small size allows for compact carrying.
- IP67 Waterproof rated.
- Reinforced plastic shell.
- Keylock latch keeps your bullets secured from other people in your house.
CONS
- Does not come with a handle.
6MTM ACR5-72 ACR5 Ammo Crate Utility Box
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The MTM ACR5-72 ACR5 Ammo Crate Utility Box is another sturdy ammo case from MTM that allows you to stack multiple units on top of each other thanks to its stacking feet and ridges. Sure, it lacks a top handle, but the side handles compensate for it while letting you carry a stack of ammo cases.
The case is made of polypropylene plastic with a shiny dark earth finish. It is designed to be water resistant and has an O-ring seal to keep your items dry while in storage.
PROS
- O-ring seal keeps the case water resistant.
- Injection molded side handles.
- Convenient latches that snap in and out of place with one flick.
- Stackable with other units of the same model.
CONS
- No top handle.
7Sheffield 12630 Field Box
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The Sheffield 12630 Field Box may not be the best at any single thing, but it has a lot going for it. This ammo case is lightweight, stackable, water-resistant, has three different lock mechanisms, and is fairly large-sized so you can store larger pieces of gear in it.
This airtight case has a capacity of 22L and keeps dust and water out of the interior compartment with its sealed edge. Its base and lid are designed with an interlocking system to allow for high stacks without the risk of toppling over.
PROS
- Comes in multiple colors.
- Airtight and water tight seal keeps dust out.
- Foldable top handle allows for stacking.
- Large storage capacity of 22L.
CONS
- No internal organizers.