.257 | 75gr | 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
75 gr (4.86 g)
Diameter
0.257″ (6.53 mm)
Sectional Density
0.162
BC G1
0.29
Type
V-MAX
Min. Twist
1:12.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .257 | 75gr | V-MAX are available in the following cartridges:
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Community Load Data for .257 | 75gr | V-MAX
Loads for .257 | 75gr | V-MAX from our community:
8 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .25 Creedmoor | Hodgdon H4895 | 26.0 | 43.0 | 2.550 | 58236 (94%) | 3573 |
| .25 Creedmoor | Hodgdon VARGET | 26.0 | 43.0 | 2.550 | 56946 (92%) | 3524 |
| .25 Creedmoor | IMR 8208 XBR | 26.0 | 43.0 | 2.550 | 60884 (98%) | 3573 |
| .25 Creedmoor | Vihtavuori N140 | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.550 | 55532 (90%) | 3458 |
| .25 Creedmoor | Vihtavuori N140 | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.550 | 59722 (96%) | 3520 |
| .25 Creedmoor | Hodgdon VARGET | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.550 | 61223 (99%) | 3596 |
| .25-06 Rem. | Hodgdon H4350 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.100 | 55477 (85%) | 3412 |
| .25-06 Rem. | Hodgdon H4350 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.100 | 61873 (95%) | 3504 |