.172 | 20gr | Hornady V-MAX

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V-MAX
Contains lead
SKU: o_21710
Twist: 1:8.0

The Hornady V-Max bullet is renowned for its polymer tipped, aerodynamic design, ensuring flat trajectories and maximum accuracy. It features a traditional lead core, making it not lead-free. Precisely engineered for explosive expansion, the V-Max round is most suitable for varmint and predator hunting, such as coyotes and prairie dogs. Its rapid fragmentation upon impact guarantees effective results, making it a favorite among precision shooters and hunters targeting small to medium-sized game.

Specifications

Weight

20 gr (1.30 g)

Diameter

0.172″ (4.37 mm)

Sectional Density

0.097

BC G1

0.185

Type

V-MAX

Min. Twist

1:8.0

Related Load Recipes

Load recipes using .172 | 20gr | V-MAX are available in the following cartridges:

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Community Load Data for .172 | 20gr | V-MAX

Loads for .172 | 20gr | V-MAX from our community:

8 loads

cartridgePowderBarrel (in)Charge (gr)OAL (in)Max. Pressure (psi)Muzzle Velocity (fps)
17-556 KAKHodgdon CFE22318.026.02.23056207 (90%)3852
17-556 KAKHodgdon CFE22318.026.52.23060133 (96%)3934
.17 HornetVihtavuori N12024.010.61.7135 (0%)3261
.17 HornetVihtavuori N11024.0••.•1.7137 (0%)3556
.17 HornetVihtavuori N11024.0••.•1.7056 (0%)3425
.17 HornetVihtavuori N11020.0••.•1.72340944 (76%)3346
.17 Rem. FireballIMR 422720.0••.•1.80052982 (96%)3845
.17 Rem. FireballIMR 422720.0••.•1.80043830 (80%)3642