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Rifle projectile · Hornady · V-MAX · .224 / 5.56mm

Hornady .224 35gr V-MAX 22252

.224 / 5.56mm · 35 grain · V-MAX

Actual proportions (scaled)
0.224" dia · 35 grains
Weight
35gr
Diameter
0.224"
BC (G1)
0.109
BC (G7)
Sect. Density
0.1
SKU
22252

Estimates

Performance.

3780fps
Velocity
1110.2ft-lbs
Energy
500yds
Eff. Range
0.109BC G1
Ballistic Coeff.

TheHornady .224 35gr V-MAX® 22252is a rifle projectile manufactured byHornady. With a bullet diameter of 0.224 inches and weight of 35 grains, this projectile is designed for varmint medium applications.

Key Specifications

SpecificationValue
ManufacturerHornady
Product LineV-MAX®
SKU22252
TypeRifle
Diameter0.224"
Weight35 grains
Ballistic Coefficient (G1)0.109
Ballistic Coefficient (G7)N/A
Sectional Density0.1

Performance Estimates

Based on typical load data for .224 / 5.56mm:

MetricEstimate
Muzzle Velocity~3780 fps
Muzzle Energy~1110.2 ft-lbs
Effective Range~500 yards

Suitable Applications

This projectile is commonly used for: varmint, predator, small deer.

About the Ballistic Coefficient

The G1 ballistic coefficient of0.109indicates how well this projectile retains velocity in flight. A higher BC means better wind resistance and less drop at distance.

Sectional Density

With a sectional density of0.1, this projectile is suited for its intended application range.

Suitability

Suitable game.

VarmintPredatorSmall Deer

Compatibility

Compatible cartridges.

.223 Rem5.56 NATO.22-250 Rem.220 Swift.224 Valkyrie

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