The Hornady Varmint Express .22 Hornet 35 Grain V-MAX Ammo 8302 is designed for hunters and shooters requiring extreme precision, rapid fragmentation, and high velocity. The V-MAX bullet, with its polymer tip and streamlined jacket, ensures flat trajectories and explosive expansion upon impact, making it perfect for varmint and small game hunting.
With a muzzle velocity of 3,100 fps and muzzle energy of 747 ft-lbs, this ammunition delivers superior accuracy, minimal wind drift, and devastating terminal performance at extended ranges. The lightweight, high-speed bullet design allows for quick follow-up shots and reduced recoil, making it a preferred choice for small-caliber varmint hunters.
Hornady’s high-quality brass casings, non-corrosive primers, and clean-burning powder ensure reliable ignition and smooth cycling in bolt-action and single-shot rifles chambered for .22 Hornet. Packaged in a 25-round box, with bulk cases of 250 rounds (10 boxes) available, this ammunition is proudly made in the USA, trusted by serious varmint hunters and precision shooters.
Manufacturer Specs
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Part Number: 8302
- Caliber: .22 Hornet
- Bullet Weight: 35 Grain
- Bullet Type: V-MAX (Polymer Tip Expanding)
- Rounds Per Box: 25
- Rounds Per Case: 250 (10 boxes)
- Muzzle Velocity: 3,100 fps (24″ test barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: 747 ft-lbs
- Purpose: Varmint hunting, predator control, target shooting
- Made in the USA: Yes
Key Features
- V-MAX Bullet Design: Features a polymer tip and streamlined jacket for flatter trajectories, superior accuracy, and explosive expansion.
- High-Velocity Performance: Achieves 3,100 fps, ensuring minimal bullet drop and excellent long-range precision.
- Explosive Terminal Ballistics: The bullet expands immediately upon impact, delivering maximum energy transfer and fragmentation for effective small game hunting.
- Optimized for Bolt-Action and Single-Shot Rifles: Functions flawlessly in precision small-caliber rifles, providing smooth chambering and consistent performance.
- Premium Components: Brass casings, clean-burning powder, and non-corrosive primers ensure dependable ignition and smooth cycling.
FAQs
Q: What game is this ammunition best suited for?
A: The Hornady Varmint Express .22 Hornet is perfect for coyotes, foxes, prairie dogs, and other small varmints.
Q: How does the V-MAX bullet improve performance?
A: The polymer tip enhances aerodynamics, while the specialized jacket promotes rapid fragmentation, ensuring maximum energy transfer.
Q: Is this ammunition effective for long-range varmint hunting?
A: Yes, with its high velocity, flat trajectory, and explosive terminal ballistics, this ammo is highly effective at extended ranges.
Q: Can this ammunition be used in semi-automatic rifles?
A: It is optimized for bolt-action and single-shot rifles, though some semi-automatic firearms chambered in .22 Hornet may cycle it properly.
Q: Why shop at Black Bayou Armory?
A: At Black Bayou Armory, we provide top-quality varmint hunting ammunition like Hornady Varmint Express, ensuring precision, reliability, and superior performance in the field.
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