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Hornady V-MAX Bullets 22 Caliber (224 Diameter) 50 Grain Boat Tail Box of 100
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SKU: 22261-090255222616
Overview
Designed for varmint rifles and precision-minded shooters, this 50-grain .224-diameter bullet is built around a polymer tip and boat tail profile for use in loads where accuracy and controlled expansion are priorities. The tip and jacket design are intended to support stable flight and rapid bullet upset, while the listed 1 in 12" twist rate or faster helps define the rifles it is suited for. It is sold as component bullets, not loaded ammunition, so it fits handloaders assembling tailored varmint or small-game loads. The 100-count box gives a practical supply for load development and range work.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Polymer Tip
Is designed to enhance accuracy
Boat Tail
Design supports in-flight stability for
G1 Ballistic
Coefficient of 0.242 is listed
Copper Jacket
Bearing surface for barrel stability
Recommended 1
In 12" twist rates or
Key Features
- 22 caliber (.224 diameter) 50 grain polymer tip boat tail bullets
- Polymer tip design is listed to enhance accuracy and initiate expansion
- Boat tail profile is specified for in-flight stability during long-range shooting
- Copper jacket provides the bearing surface for barrel stability
- Recommended twist rate is 1 in 12 inches or faster
- Pack includes 100 bullets; this is not loaded ammunition
Best Used For
- Varmint hunters loading 22 caliber rifles for polymer-tip, boat-tail bullet performance
- Shooters using rifles with 1 in 12 inch twist rate or faster
- Reloaders seeking 50 grain .224 diameter bullets in a 100-count box
- Hunters wanting a non-loaded component for tailored varmint loads
Specifications
| Bullet Caliber | 22 Caliber |
|---|---|
| Bullet Coating | Non-Coated |
| Bullet Style | Polymer Tip Boat Tail |
| Cannelure | No |
| Country Of Origin | United States Of America |
| Diameter | 0.224 Inches |
| G1 Ballistic Coefficient | 0.242 |
| Grain Weight | 50 Grains |
| Lead Free | No |
| Loaded Ammunition | No |
| Quantity | 100 |
| Recommended Twist Rate | 1 in 12" or Faster |
| Sectional Density | 0.142 |
Pros
- Polymer tip is designed to enhance accuracy and initiate expansion on impact.
- Boat tail design supports in-flight stability for long-range shooting.
- G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.242 is listed in the product specifications.
- Copper jacket provides a bearing surface for barrel stability.
- Recommended for 1 in 12" twist rates or faster.
- Box of 100 offers a practical quantity for range and field use.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- A 1 in 12" twist rate or faster is recommended, so this bullet may not be the right fit for slower-twist barrels.
- This is not loaded ammunition, so it is intended for handloading rather than ready-to-fire use.
- The polymer tip and boat-tail design are aimed at a specific performance profile, which may not be ideal for every shooting application.
- Lead Free: No, so it may not suit setups that require lead-free components.
Suggested Comparisons
- Varmint bullets
- Boat tail bullets
- 22 caliber bullets
- Reloading components
Suggested Accessories
- Bullet puller
- Reloading press
- Powder scale
- Bullet comparator
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this loaded ammunition or just bullets?
This product is bullets only, not loaded ammunition.
What caliber and diameter are these V-MAX bullets?
They are 22 caliber bullets with a 0.224 inch diameter.
What twist rate is recommended for these bullets?
Hornady lists a recommended twist rate of 1 in 12 inches or faster for optimal performance.
How many bullets come in the box?
The box contains 100 bullets.
Are these lead free?
No. The product data lists these bullets as not lead free.