Rifle projectile · Hornady · Traditional · .224 / 5.56mm
Hornady .224 62gr Traditional 22760B
.224 / 5.56mm · 62 grain · Traditional
Estimates
Performance.
TheHornady .224 62gr Traditional 22760Bis a rifle projectile manufactured byHornady. With a bullet diameter of 0.224 inches and weight of 62 grains, this projectile is designed for varmint medium applications.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hornady |
| Product Line | Traditional |
| SKU | 22760B |
| Type | Rifle |
| Diameter | 0.224" |
| Weight | 62 grains |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | 0.274 |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G7) | N/A |
| Sectional Density | 0.177 |
Performance Estimates
Based on typical load data for .224 / 5.56mm:
| Metric | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Muzzle Velocity | ~3456 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | ~1644.0 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 of0.274indicates 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 of0.177, this projectile is suited for its intended application range.
Suitability
Suitable game.
Compatibility
Compatible cartridges.
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