.172 | 20gr | Hornady V-MAX
by Hornady · See details on brand website
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:
10 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .17 Hornet | Vihtavuori N110 | 22.8 | 8.8 | 1.618 | 37925 (71%) | 3343 |
| .17 Hornet | Vihtavuori N110 | 22.8 | 8.8 | 1.705 | 37814 (70%) | 3337 |
| 17-556 KAK | Hodgdon CFE223 | 18.0 | 26.0 | 2.230 | 56207 (90%) | 3852 |
| 17-556 KAK | Hodgdon CFE223 | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.230 | 60133 (96%) | 3934 |
| .17 Hornet | Vihtavuori N120 | 24.0 | ••.• | 1.713 | 32169 (60%) | 3261 |
| .17 Hornet | Vihtavuori N110 | 24.0 | ••.• | 1.713 | 45585 (85%) | 3556 |
| .17 Hornet | Vihtavuori N110 | 24.0 | ••.• | 1.705 | 40292 (75%) | 3425 |
| .17 Hornet | Vihtavuori N110 | 20.0 | ••.• | 1.723 | 40944 (76%) | 3346 |
| .17 Rem. Fireball | IMR 4227 | 20.0 | ••.• | 1.800 | 52982 (96%) | 3845 |
| .17 Rem. Fireball | IMR 4227 | 20.0 | ••.• | 1.800 | 43830 (80%) | 3642 |