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Rifle projectile · Speer · Varmint Soft Point · .224 / 5.56mm

Speer .224 40gr Varmint Soft Point 1017

.224 / 5.56mm · 40 grain · Varmint Soft Point

Actual proportions (scaled)
0.224" dia · 40 grains
Weight
40gr
Diameter
0.224"
BC (G1)
0.144
BC (G7)
—
Sect. Density
0.114
SKU
1017

Estimates

Performance.

3720fps
Velocity
1228.9ft-lbs
Energy
500yds
Eff. Range
0.144BC G1
Ballistic Coeff.

TheSpeer .224 40gr Varmint Soft Point 1017is a rifle projectile manufactured bySpeer. With a bullet diameter of 0.224 inches and weight of 40 grains, this projectile is designed for varmint medium applications.

Key Specifications

SpecificationValue
ManufacturerSpeer
Product LineVarmint Soft Point
SKU1017
TypeRifle
Diameter0.224"
Weight40 grains
Ballistic Coefficient (G1)0.144
Ballistic Coefficient (G7)N/A
Sectional Density0.114

Performance Estimates

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

MetricEstimate
Muzzle Velocity~3720 fps
Muzzle Energy~1228.9 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 of0.144indicates 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 of0.114, 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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