Hornady 22 Cal .224 55 Gr V-Max Bullets 100Ct - 22271

Engineered for precision varmint hunting and target shooting, the Hornady 22 Cal .224 55 Gr V-Max Bullets deliver explosive terminal performance combined with match-grade accuracy. These polymer-tipped projectiles are designed to provide flat trajectories, reliable expansion, and fragmentation even at extended ranges, making them a top choice for reloaders seeking consistent results in .22 caliber rifles.

Key Features

• Polymer Tip Technology: The distinctive red polymer tip enhances the ballistic coefficient while initiating rapid, dramatic expansion upon impact for superior varmint control.
• Match-Grade Accuracy: AMP® bullet jackets ensure exceptional concentricity, delivering tight groups and reliable performance across a wide velocity range starting as low as 1600 fps.
• Optimized Design: Streamlined profile with swaged lead core promotes straight-line trajectories, reduced wind drift, and explosive fragmentation on small game and pests.
• Versatile Compatibility: Ideal for 22 caliber cartridges, these 55 grain bullets excel in applications requiring precision and terminal effectiveness without lead-free restrictions.

Specifications

• Caliber: 22 Cal (.224 diameter)
• Weight: 55 grains
• Projectile Type: Polymer-tipped ballistic tip (V-Max)
• Ballistic Coefficient: 0.255 (G1)
• Sectional Density: 0.157
• Minimum Expansion Velocity: 1600 fps
• Lead Content: Contains lead (not lead-free)
• Quantity: 100 bullets per box

Why Choose Hornady V-Max Bullets?

Reloaders and shooters face challenges with inconsistent expansion and poor long-range performance in varmint ammunition. The Hornady V-Max addresses these pain points through its innovative polymer tip and precision manufacturing, ensuring reliable fragmentation and accuracy that translates to cleaner harvests and more successful range sessions. Whether you’re building custom loads for your favorite rifle or stocking up for varmint control, these bullets offer the technical edge needed for consistent, ethical results.

With a focus on real-world performance, the 55 grain V-Max provides the perfect balance of velocity retention and terminal ballistics for .22 caliber platforms.

Common Applications

• Varmint and predator hunting
• Target and precision shooting
• Custom handloading for AR-platform and bolt-action rifles

Upgrade your reloading bench with these high-performance projectiles and experience the difference that Hornady’s engineering expertise makes in every shot.