
.224 | 55gr | Hornady Traditional/FMJ
by Hornady · See details on brand website
The Hornady Traditional Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) bullet is designed for reliability and accuracy in various shooting applications. Its construction features a lead core encased in a copper jacket, ensuring consistent expansion and penetration upon impact. This bullet type is commonly used in target shooting, training, and hunting situations where controlled expansion is not the primary goal. Typical applications include medium to large game hunting, such as deer or wild boar, especially in calibers like .308 Winchester or .223 Remington. The advantages of using Hornady FMJ bullets include deep penetration, minimal deformation, and high velocity retention, making them effective for achieving ethical kills while minimizing meat damage.
Specifications
Weight
55 gr (3.56 g)
Diameter
0.224″ (5.69 mm)
Sectional Density
0.157
BC G1
0.243
Type
Traditional/FMJ
Min. Twist
1:12.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .224 | 55gr | Traditional/FMJ are available in the following cartridges:
.22-250 Rem.
.223 Rem.
5.56 x 45 NATO
.222 Rem.
5.6 x 50 R Mag.
.219 Zipper
5.6 x 50 Mag.
.22 Creedmoor
.22 PPC USA
.224 Valkyrie
.221 Rem. Fireball
5.6 x 57
5.6 x 70 R
.220 Swift
.225 Win.
.222 Rem. Mag.
.223 WSSM
.224 Weath. Mag.
.22 BR Rem.
5.6 x 57 R
5.6 x 61 SE v. Hofe
5.6 x 61 R SE v. Hofe
.22 Nosler
.22 ARC
.219 Donaldson Wasp
.220 Howell
.22 ARC (bolt action)
5.45 x 39 mm
.223 Ackley Improved
5.7 x 28
.22-250 Ackley Improved
.218 Bee
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.224 | 55gr | FMJ BT
Prvi Partizan · 55gr · BC 0.248
.224 | 55gr | PSP
Remington · 55gr · BC 0.197
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.224 | 55gr | FMJ
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Community Load Data for .224 | 55gr | Traditional/FMJ
Loads for .224 | 55gr | Traditional/FMJ from our community:
18 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .223 Rem. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N120 | 23.6 | 20.3 | 2.226 | 43533 (79%) | 2969 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Hodgdon H335 | 16.5 | 27.0 | 2.260 | 56610 (91%) | 3035 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Hodgdon H335 | 16.5 | 27.0 | 2.260 | 56459 (91%) | 3031 |
| .223 Rem. | Vihtavuori N133 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.260 | 5 (0%) | 2720 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Lovex S053 | 13.8 | ••.• | 2.260 | 53506 (86%) | 2762 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | IMR IMR 4227 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.226 | 49414 (79%) | 2949 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Hodgdon Hodgdon H335 | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.226 | 59741 (96%) | 3054 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Hodgdon Hodgdon H335 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.226 | 59741 (96%) | 3215 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Hodgdon Hodgdon H335 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.226 | 58204 (93%) | 3192 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Hodgdon Hodgdon H335 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.226 | 58943 (95%) | 3202 |
| .223 Rem. | Hodgdon Hodgdon H335 | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.226 | 51140 (93%) | 2917 |
| .223 Rem. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N130 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.226 | 49893 (91%) | 3097 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Shooters World Tactical Rifle | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.260 | 57305 (92%) | 2946 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Shooters World Tactical Rifle | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.260 | 57305 (92%) | 3100 |
| .222 Rem. | Vihtavuori N120 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.130 | 48124 (90%) | 2920 |
| .223 Rem. | Hodgdon H322 | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.220 | 47921 (87%) | 2874 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Shooters World AR-Plus | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.245 | 56449 (91%) | 2995 |
| .223 Rem. | Hodgdon H335 | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.260 | 38986 (71%) | 2680 |