.224 | 45gr | Hornady Varmint
by Hornady · See details on brand website
Hornady Varmint bullets are renowned for their precision, rapid expansion, and aerodynamic shape, featuring a polymer tip and boat tail design for flat trajectories and superior accuracy. These bullets are typically lead-core and not lead-free, making them ideal for high-velocity varmint hunting. Best suited for targeting small pests such as prairie dogs, groundhogs, and coyotes, Hornady Varmint bullets ensure swift, effective results with minimal pelt damage.
Specifications
Weight
45 gr (2.92 g)
Diameter
0.224″ (5.69 mm)
Sectional Density
0.128
BC G1
0.108
Type
Varmint
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .224 | 45gr | Varmint are available in the following cartridges:
.22 Creedmoor
.22-250 Ackley Improved
.220 Swift
5.6 x 57
.22-250 Rem.
.225 Win.
5.6 x 50 Mag.
5.6 x 50 R Mag.
.22 PPC USA
.224 Valkyrie
.223 Rem.
5.56 x 45 NATO
5.7 x 28
.222 Rem.
.221 Rem. Fireball
5.6 x 70 R
.218 Bee
.22 Ackley Hornet
.22 Hornet
.22 Rem. Jet Mag.
.220 Howell
.22 ARC (bolt action)
.22 ARC
.222 Rem. Mag.
.223 Ackley Improved
.223 WSSM
.22 Nosler
.224 Weath. Mag.
.219 Zipper
5.45 x 39 mm
.219 Donaldson Wasp
5.6 x 57 R
5.6 x 61 R SE v. Hofe
5.6 x 61 SE v. Hofe
.22 BR Rem.
.22 Picra
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Community Load Data for .224 | 45gr | Varmint
Loads for .224 | 45gr | Varmint from our community:
2 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .22-250 Rem. | Vihtavuori N130 | 24.0 | 30.7 | 2.350 | 6 (0%) | 3491 |
| .22-250 Rem. | Vihtavuori N130 | 24.8 | 30.6 | 2.350 | 6 (0%) | 3501 |