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Berger 22312: 22 Cal 60gr FB Varmint Rifle Bullet, 100/Box
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SKU: 22312
Overview
Built for reloading applications where precision and controlled expansion matter, this 22 caliber 60 grain flat base bullet is aimed at varmint hunting and accuracy-focused shooting. Its large hollow point is designed for rapid expansion, while the tangent ogive profile and J4 Precision Jacket construction are intended to make loading and tuning straightforward. The match-grade construction and tight manufacturing tolerances may appeal to shooters who want consistent results from a carefully assembled load. It is a specialized bullet choice, best suited to hunters and reloaders working within the listed twist-rate and caliber specifications.
Why Hunters Choose the Berger Bullets
Match-grade Construction
Supports serious reloading applications
Large Hollow
Point is designed for rapid
Tangent Ogive
Profile is easy to load
Flat Base
Design suits short-range precision-focused shooting
J4 Precision
Extremely tight tolerances
Key Features
- 22 caliber, 60 grain reloading bullet for varmint hunting applications.
- Match Grade construction designed for consistent, accurate shooting.
- Large hollow point is intended to produce rapid expansion on impact.
- Tangent ogive design is easy to load, tune, and shoot accurately.
- Flat base profile with J4 Varmint Jacket construction.
- Packaged 100 bullets per box.
Best Used For
- Varmint hunters needing a 22 caliber bullet designed for rapid expansion on impact
- Reloaders seeking match-grade construction with a tangent ogive for easier tuning
- Short-range precision shooters focused on flat-base bullet performance and tight accuracy
- Handloaders using rifles with 1:12 twist or faster in 22 caliber applications
- Shooters wanting a 100-count box for developing consistent varmint loads
Specifications
| Base Style | Flat Base |
|---|---|
| Base To Ogive | 0.393 |
| Bearing Surface | 0.314 |
| Boat Tail Length | FB |
| Bullet Dia | 0.224 |
| Bullet Weight | 60 Grain |
| Caliber | 22 Caliber |
| G1 Bc | 0.271 |
| Jacket | J4 Varmint Jacket |
| Minimum Twist Or Faster | 1 - 12 |
| Nose Length | 0.496 |
| Oal | 0.81 |
| Ogive Style | Tangent |
| Product Line | FB Varmint, Varmint |
| Sectional Density | 0.171 |
Pros
- Match-grade construction supports serious reloading applications.
- Large hollow point is designed for rapid expansion on varmints.
- Tangent ogive profile is easy to load and tune.
- Flat base design suits short-range precision-focused shooting.
- J4 Precision Jackets are specified with extremely tight tolerances.
- 100 bullets per box provides a practical reloading quantity.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed around varmint use and rapid expansion, so it is not intended as a general-purpose bullet for all hunting applications.
- The flat base design is positioned for short-range precision, which may be less suited to shooters prioritizing other bullet profiles.
- Minimum twist is listed as 1:12 or faster, so rifles with slower twist rates may not be an appropriate match.
- This is a reloading component only and requires compatible load development and careful tuning for best results.
Suggested Comparisons
- Reloading bullets
- Varmint hunting bullets
- 22 caliber rifle bullets
- Match-grade bullet components
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading dies
- Powder scale
- Bullet puller
- Loading manual
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this Berger bullet designed for?
It is described as a varmint rifle bullet with a large hollow point for rapid expansion when used for varmint hunting.
What is this Berger bullet designed for?
It is described as a varmint rifle bullet with a large hollow point for rapid expansion when used for varmint hunting.
What caliber and bullet weight are listed?
The listed specifications are 22 caliber and 60 grain.
What caliber and bullet weight are listed?
The listed specifications are 22 caliber and 60 grain.
How many bullets come in a box?
The product title states 100 per box.
How many bullets come in a box?
The product title states 100 per box.
What bullet design features are specified?
The source lists a tangent ogive, flat base, and J4 Varmint Jacket.
What bullet design features are specified?
The source lists a tangent ogive, flat base, and J4 Varmint Jacket.
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