.224 | 40gr | 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
40 gr (2.59 g)
Diameter
0.224″ (5.69 mm)
Sectional Density
0.114
BC G1
0.2
Type
V-MAX
Min. Twist
1:11.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .224 | 40gr | V-MAX are available in the following cartridges:
5.7 x 28
.22 Hornet
.22-250 Ackley Improved
5.6 x 50 Mag.
.221 Rem. Fireball
.22 Creedmoor
5.56 x 45 NATO
.222 Rem.
5.6 x 70 R
.225 Win.
.22 PPC USA
.223 Rem.
5.6 x 57
.224 Valkyrie
.220 Swift
.222 Rem. Mag.
5.6 x 61 R SE v. Hofe
5.6 x 61 SE v. Hofe
.223 WSSM
.224 Weath. Mag.
5.45 x 39 mm
.22 BR Rem.
5.6 x 57 R
.22 Nosler
.22 ARC
.223 Ackley Improved
.220 Howell
.22 ARC (bolt action)
.22-250 Rem.
.219 Donaldson Wasp
5.6 x 50 R Mag.
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Nosler · 40gr · BC 0.221
.224 | 40gr | VarmintKing
Sierra · 40gr · BC 0.155
.224 | 45gr | SP HORNET
Sierra · 45gr · BC 0.129
.224 | 45gr | SP SemiSp
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Community Load Data for .224 | 40gr | V-MAX
Loads for .224 | 40gr | V-MAX from our community:
53 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .223 Rem. | Vihtavuori N110 | 26.0 | 18.5 | 2.260 | 45780 (83%) | 3402 |
| .223 Rem. | Vihtavuori N110 | 26.0 | 19.0 | 2.260 | 48699 (89%) | 3455 |
| .222 Rem. | Vihtavuori N130 | 23.6 | 22.5 | 2.130 | 41240 (77%) | 3264 |
| .222 Rem. | Vihtavuori N130 | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.138 | 40962 (76%) | 3258 |
| .222 Rem. | Vihtavuori N130 | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.146 | 48721 (91%) | 3369 |
| .222 Rem. | Vihtavuori N130 | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.126 | 49378 (92%) | 3379 |
| .222 Rem. | Vihtavuori N130 | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.126 | 48721 (91%) | 3373 |
| .222 Rem. | Vihtavuori N130 | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.130 | 45897 (86%) | 3314 |
| .222 Rem. | Vihtavuori N130 | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.130 | 36257 (68%) | 3084 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Vihtavuori 3N37 | 10.4 | ••.• | 1.594 | 34171 (68%) | 2031 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Hodgdon CFE Pistol | 5.2 | ••.• | 1.525 | 44765 (89%) | 1772 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Vihtavuori 3N37 | 10.4 | ••.• | 1.594 | 28541 (57%) | 1916 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Vihtavuori 3N37 | 10.4 | ••.• | 1.594 | 25208 (50%) | 1837 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Vihtavuori N340 | 10.4 | ••.• | 1.594 | 35974 (72%) | 1959 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Vihtavuori N340 | 10.4 | ••.• | 1.594 | 25644 (51%) | 1759 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Vihtavuori N340 | 10.4 | ••.• | 1.594 | 49008 (98%) | 2146 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Lovex D037.2 | 10.4 | ••.• | 1.594 | 44389 (89%) | 2349 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Lovex D037.2 | 10.4 | ••.• | 1.594 | 34393 (69%) | 2159 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Vihtavuori 3N37 | 4.1 | ••.• | 1.594 | 25208 (50%) | 1407 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Vihtavuori N340 | 3.9 | ••.• | 1.594 | 47127 (94%) | 1709 |
| .22-250 Rem. | Norma 201 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.362 | 50459 (86%) | 3724 |
| .22-250 Rem. | Norma 201 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.362 | 53461 (91%) | 3793 |
| .22-250 Rem. | Norma 201 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.350 | 50705 (86%) | 3727 |
| .22-250 Rem. | IMR 3031 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.340 | 52040 (89%) | 3914 |
| .22 Hornet | Vihtavuori N110 | 23.6 | ••.• | 1.720 | 25324 (58%) | 2339 |