.224 | 55gr | Hornady SP
by Hornady · See details on brand website
The Hornady SP (Soft Point) bullet is designed for hunting and handloading, combining reliable expansion with adequate penetration. Constructed with a soft lead core and a exposed lead tip, it promotes controlled deformation upon impact, delivering reliable terminal performance. Typically employed for medium game hunting such as deer and hogs, the SP bullet is suitable for a variety of calibers, including popular choices like .30-06, .308, and .243. One of the key advantages of the Hornady SP bullet is its ability to provide a balance of accuracy and stopping power, making it a favored choice among hunters. Its consistent performance and terminal ballistic characteristics ensure effective energy transfer and humane kills, establishing it as a trusted option in the field.
Specifications
Weight
55 gr (3.56 g)
Diameter
0.224″ (5.69 mm)
Sectional Density
0.157
BC G1
0.235
Type
SP
Min. Twist
1:10.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .224 | 55gr | SP are available in the following cartridges:
.22-250 Rem.
5.6 x 57 R
.223 Rem.
.222 Rem.
5.6 x 50 Mag.
5.56 x 45 NATO
.22 PPC USA
.221 Rem. Fireball
5.7 x 28
5.6 x 57
.22 Creedmoor
5.6 x 70 R
.224 Valkyrie
.220 Swift
.225 Win.
.222 Rem. Mag.
.223 WSSM
.224 Weath. Mag.
.22 BR Rem.
5.6 x 61 R SE v. Hofe
.22 Rem. Jet Mag.
.22 Picra
.22 Nosler
.22 ARC
.219 Donaldson Wasp
5.45 x 39 mm
.223 Ackley Improved
.22 ARC (bolt action)
5.6 x 61 SE v. Hofe
.220 Howell
.22-250 Ackley Improved
.22 Hornet
5.6 x 50 R Mag.
Similar Bullets
Same-caliber projectiles within ±0.003", ±5gr and matching lead content from other brands.
.224 | 55gr | Traditional/FMJ
Hornady · 55gr · BC 0.243
.224 | 50gr | HP TNT Green
Speer · 50gr · BC 0.19
.224 | 55gr | V-MAX
Hornady · 55gr · BC 0.255
.224 | 52gr | MatchKing
Sierra · 52gr · BC 0.225
.224 | 52gr | Varmint Hollow Point
Speer · 52gr · BC 0.168
.224 | 55gr | Target FB
Berger · 55gr · BC 0.254
.224 | 55gr | SP BlitzKing
Sierra · 55gr · BC 0.271
.224 | 52gr | Target Match
Speer · 52gr · BC 0.253
.224 | 52gr | Match Jagd
RWS · 52gr · BC 0.22
.224 | 50gr | V-MAX
Hornady · 50gr · BC 0.242
.224 | 55gr | ORYX
Norma · 55gr · BC 0.185
.224 | 60gr | V-MAX
Hornady · 60gr · BC 0.265
Community Load Data for .224 | 55gr | SP
Loads for .224 | 55gr | SP from our community:
16 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .223 Rem. | Winchester 748 | 24.0 | 25.0 | 2.260 | 40474 (74%) | 3002 |
| .223 Rem. | Winchester 748 | 20.0 | 25.0 | 2.260 | 40474 (74%) | 2874 |
| .222 Rem. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N120 | 24.0 | 16.8 | 2.098 | 32561 (61%) | 2703 |
| .222 Rem. | VECTAN SNPE Vectan BA6 1/2 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.098 | 36771 (69%) | 2608 |
| .222 Rem. | Norma Norma 200 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.098 | 34251 (64%) | 2779 |
| .222 Rem. | Norma Norma 200 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.098 | 29536 (55%) | 2654 |
| .22-250 Rem. | Hodgdon CFE223 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.350 | 42105 (72%) | 3353 |
| .223 Rem. | Hodgdon BL-C2 | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.260 | 47881 (87%) | 2867 |
| .222 Rem. | Vihtavuori N120 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.118 | 48240 (90%) | 2910 |
| .22 Creedmoor | Hodgdon VARGET | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.500 | 64020 (98%) | 3504 |
| .22 Creedmoor | Hodgdon Superformance | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.500 | 53896 (83%) | 3356 |
| .223 Rem. | Somchem S321 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.226 | 36898 (67%) | 2897 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Vihtavuori N130 | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.177 | 56753 (91%) | 2927 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Hodgdon Benchmark | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.200 | 54795 (88%) | 3045 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Hodgdon Benchmark | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.200 | 53621 (86%) | 3031 |
| .22-250 Rem. | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.350 | 44324 (75%) | 3284 |