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HORNADY 22271 22 CAL .224 55 GR V-MAX 100 CT.
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SKU: 22271-090255222715
Overview
Designed for hunters and reloaders who want a .22 caliber .224 projectile with a focus on controlled flight and rapid terminal response, this 55-grain V-MAX bullet is suited to varmint and other precision shooting applications. Its polymer tip and aerodynamic profile are intended to support a high ballistic coefficient, while the design emphasizes in-flight stability for longer-range work. On impact, the V-MAX tip is described as initiating dramatic expansion, even at velocities as low as 1600 fps, which makes it a practical choice when quick energy transfer is a priority. Load data should be verified through a reloading manual or powder manufacturer before use.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
V-max Polymer
Tip is designed to increase
Initiates Dramatic
Expansion upon impact, even at
Aerodynamic Profile
Supports a high ballistic coefficient
Maximum Bearing
Surface adds in-flight stability
Proper Bullet
Base design provides long-range shooting
Key Features
- Hornady V-MAX polymer tip is designed to increase ballistic coefficient.
- Initiates dramatic expansion on impact, even at velocities as low as 1600 fps.
- Sharp, pointed polymer tip supports a highly aerodynamic profile.
- Maximum bearing surface is intended to add in-flight stability.
- Swaging process forms the core precisely around the tip.
- Proper bullet base design is described as providing in-flight stability for long-range shooting.
Best Used For
- Reloaders seeking a 22 caliber .224 bullet for long-range target or varmint loads
- Hunters wanting a polymer-tipped projectile described for dramatic expansion on impact
- Shooters building loads where in-flight stability and high ballistic coefficient matter
- Users who follow published load data and want a 55 grain V-MAX option
Specifications
| Bullet Diameter | .224 |
|---|---|
| Bullet Type | V-MAX |
| Bullet Weight | 55 gr |
| Caliber | 22 Cal |
| Load Data Note | Check your reloading manual or go to a powder manufactures website for load data. |
| Product Number | 22271 |
| Quantity | 100 ct |
Pros
- V-MAX polymer tip is designed to increase ballistic coefficient.
- Initiates dramatic expansion upon impact, even at 1600 fps.
- Aerodynamic profile supports a high ballistic coefficient.
- Maximum bearing surface adds in-flight stability.
- Proper bullet base design provides long-range shooting stability.
- 100-count box offers a practical supply for reloading.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for dramatic expansion and fragmentation, so it is not intended for applications where controlled penetration or minimal disruption is the priority.
- The product description emphasizes long-range stability and a high ballistic coefficient, but actual results still depend on matching load data and rifle setup.
- Reloading data is not provided here; the manufacturer directs users to consult a reloading manual or powder manufacturer website before use.
- This is a 100-count component box, which suits handloaders but may be more than needed for occasional use.
Suggested Comparisons
- .224 caliber bullets
- Varmint bullets
- Reloading components
- Hunting ammunition
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading manual
- Powder scale
- Bullet comparator
- Storage box
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in this box of Hornady 22271 bullets?
This product is a 100-count box of Hornady 22 cal .224 55 grain V-MAX bullets.
What is the V-MAX tip designed to do?
According to the product description, the V-MAX polymer tip increases the ballistic coefficient and initiates dramatic expansion upon impact.
How low of an impact velocity is mentioned for expansion?
The description states expansion can occur at velocities as low as 1600 fps.
Is this bullet described as suitable for long-range shooting?
Yes. The product text says the V-MAX profile and proper bullet base design provide in-flight stability for long-range shooting.
Does the product provide load data?
No load data is included in the description. Hornady directs users to check a reloading manual or the powder manufacturer’s website for load data.