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Berger Bullets

Match Target 22 Caliber (0.224'''') Flat Base Bullets - 22 Caliber (0.224'''') 52gr Flat Base 1,000/Box

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Match-grade Flat

Base target bullets from Berger

22 Caliber

(.224) 52-grain flat base design

Tangent Ogive

Profile for easier loading and

Used Competitive

Benchrest shooting and mid-range distances

J4 Precision

+/- .0001 TIR

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SKU: 749009113

Overview

Built for precision-oriented shooting, this match-grade bullet is aimed at benchrest competitors and other shooters working at mid-range distances where a flat-base design is appropriate. Its tangent ogive profile is intended to make loading and tuning more straightforward, which can be useful when refining a load for consistency. Berger’s J4 Precision bullet jackets and tight manufacturing tolerances reflect the product’s focus on careful construction, while the 1,000-count box suits high-volume practice or competition preparation.

Why Hunters Choose the Berger Bullets

Match-grade Quality

Suited to competitive benchrest shooting

Flat Base

Boat tails are not applicable

Tangent Ogive

Profile is described as easy

Uses J4

Very tight manufacturing tolerances

Packaged 1,000-count

Box for high-volume target loading

Key Features

  • Match-grade flat base target bullets from Berger Bullets
  • 22 caliber (.224) 52-grain flat base design
  • Tangent ogive profile for easier loading and tuning
  • Used for competitive benchrest shooting and mid-range distances
  • J4 Precision bullet jackets with +/- .0001 TIR
  • Packaged 1,000 bullets per box

Best Used For

  • Competitive benchrest shooters seeking match-grade bullets for precision-focused loads.
  • Hunters or shooters working mid-range distances where a boat tail is not applicable.
  • Reloaders wanting a tangent ogive design that is easy to load and tune.
  • Shooters building 22 caliber .224'' flat base target ammunition in 52-grain form.

Specifications

Bullet TypeFlat Base
Bullet Weight52gr
Caliber22 Caliber (0.224'''')
ConstructionJ4 Precision bullet jackets
DesignTangent ogive
Quantity1,000/Box
Tir+/-.0001
UseTarget

Pros

  • Match-grade quality suited to competitive benchrest shooting applications.
  • Flat base design is intended for mid-range use where boat tails are not applicable.
  • Tangent ogive profile is described as easy to load, tune, and shoot.
  • Uses J4 Precision bullet jackets with very tight manufacturing tolerances.
  • Packaged in a 1,000-count box for high-volume target loading.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Designed around flat-base use cases, so it is not intended for situations where a boat-tail profile is preferred.
  • Positioned for competitive and match-oriented shooting, which may be more specialized than a general-purpose bullet choice.
  • The 52gr weight and .224 caliber specification should be matched carefully to the intended load and application.
  • Packaged in a 1,000-count box, which is practical for volume use but less convenient if you only need a small quantity.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Match-grade .22 caliber flat base target bullets
  • Benchrest and precision shooting bullets
  • Mid-range target bullets
  • Bullets with flat base design for load tuning

Suggested Accessories

  • Bullet box
  • Reloading press
  • Powder scale
  • Bullet comparator

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this product intended for?

These are match-grade flat base target bullets, described as being used by competitive benchrest shooters seeking high accuracy.

What caliber and bullet weight are listed?

The product is listed as 22 caliber (0.224") and 52 grains.

How many bullets come in a box?

The listing states 1,000 bullets per box.

What bullet design is mentioned in the description?

The description says these bullets use a tangent ogive bullet design, which is noted as making them easy to load, tune, and shoot.

What construction detail is provided?

The bullets use J4 Precision bullet jackets, and the description notes those jackets have a Total Indicated Runout (TIR) of +/- .0001 with very tight manufacturing tolerances.