.224 | 55gr | Hornady V-MAX
by Hornady
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
55 gr (3.56 g)
Diameter
0.224″ (5.69 mm)
Sectional Density
0.157
BC G1
0.255
Type
V-MAX
Min. Twist
1:10.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .224 | 55gr | V-MAX are available in the following cartridges:
.220 Swift
5.6 x 61 SE v. Hofe
5.6 x 57 R
.22-250 Rem.
.22 ARC
.224 Weath. Mag.
.22 ARC (bolt action)
5.6 x 61 R SE v. Hofe
.223 Rem.
.222 Rem.
.219 Donaldson Wasp
.22 Rem. Jet Mag.
.225 Win.
.222 Rem. Mag.
.223 WSSM
.22 BR Rem.
.22 Nosler
.22 Picra
5.45 x 39 mm
.220 Howell
.223 Ackley Improved
.22-250 Ackley Improved
5.6 x 50 R Mag.
5.6 x 50 Mag.
.22 Creedmoor
5.56 x 45 NATO
.224 Valkyrie
.22 PPC USA
5.6 x 70 R
.221 Rem. Fireball
5.7 x 28
5.6 x 57
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 | 52gr | MatchKing
Sierra · 52gr · BC 0.225
.224 | 55gr | SP BlitzKing
Sierra · 55gr · BC 0.271
.224 | 50gr | Tipped VarmintKing
Sierra · 50gr · BC 0.248
.224 | 60gr | Tipped MatchKing
Sierra · 60gr · BC 0.323
.224 | 55gr | Varmageddon
Nosler · 55gr · BC 0.255
.224 | 55gr | SBT GameKing
Sierra · 55gr · BC 0.246
.224 | 55gr | FMJ
Norma · 55gr · BC 0.185
.224 | 50gr | FMC
Winchester · 50gr · BC 0.175
.224 | 50gr | Ballistic Tip Varmint
Nosler · 50gr · BC 0.238
.224 | 50gr | SP SX
Hornady · 50gr · BC 0.214
.224 | 55gr | TNT
Speer · 55gr · BC 0.233
Community Load Data for .224 | 55gr | V-MAX
Loads for .224 | 55gr | V-MAX from our community:
26 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .223 Rem. | Vihtavuori N120 | 16.0 | 20.0 | 2.226 | 43714 (79%) | 2733 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Hodgdon H335 | 16.0 | 24.0 | 2.185 | 43004 (69%) | 2753 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Hodgdon H322 | 16.0 | 23.0 | 2.185 | 45440 (73%) | 2812 |
| .223 Rem. | Hodgdon VARGET | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.260 | 51517 (94%) | 3048 |
| .223 Rem. | Alliant Powder AR-Comp | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.260 | 52402 (95%) | 3153 |
| .22-250 Rem. | ADI AR 2206H | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.350 | 48921 (83%) | 3428 |
| .22-250 Rem. | ADI AR 2206H | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.350 | 44817 (76%) | 3340 |
| .22-250 Rem. | ADI AR 2206H | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.350 | 47616 (81%) | 3402 |
| .22-250 Rem. | ADI AR 2206H | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.350 | 35897 (61%) | 3107 |
| .222 Rem. | Reload Swiss RS 36 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.126 | 51793 (97%) | 3064 |
| .222 Rem. | Reload Swiss RS 36 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.098 | 52895 (99%) | 3074 |
| .222 Rem. | Reload Swiss RS 36 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.098 | 50647 (94%) | 3041 |
| .223 Rem. | Hodgdon H335 | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.252 | 51300 (93%) | 2999 |
| .223 Rem. | Vihtavuori N140 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.260 | 52489 (95%) | 3133 |
| .223 Rem. | Vihtavuori N133 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.260 | 52417 (95%) | 3087 |
| .223 Rem. | Vihtavuori N130 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.252 | 48515 (88%) | 2956 |
| .222 Rem. | Reload Swiss RS 36 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.098 | 47776 (89%) | 2995 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Alliant Powder Reloder-10x | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.260 | 49255 (79%) | 2881 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Alliant Powder Reloder-10x | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.260 | 52634 (84%) | 2940 |
| 5.56 x 45 NATO | Alliant Powder Reloder-10x | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.260 | 37652 (60%) | 2651 |
| .22-250 Rem. | ADI AR 2208 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.400 | 37202 (63%) | 3143 |
| .22-250 Rem. | Hodgdon VARGET | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.350 | 58740 (100%) | 3583 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Ramshot True Blue | 4.6 | ••.• | 1.594 | 46673 (93%) | 1539 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Ramshot True Blue | 2.9 | ••.• | 1.594 | 46673 (93%) | 1319 |
| 5.7 x 28 | Ramshot True Blue | 2.9 | ••.• | 1.594 | 43076 (86%) | 1280 |