.224 | 30gr | Berger Varmint

About this bullet

.224 | 30gr | Berger Varmint is a bullet made by Berger. At 30 gr (1.9 g) and a diameter of 0.224'' (5.69 mm) it suits handloads where bullet weight and barrel length have to be matched carefully. Its G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.119 drives velocity retention and wind drift downrange — higher values mean a flatter trajectory at distance.

Load data for .224 | 30gr | Berger Varmint bullet is available in the following calibers:

• 5.45 x 39 mm
• 5.6 x 61 R SE v. Hofe
• 5.6 x 61 SE v. Hofe

Safety notes

All load data is reference data only. Always start at the minimum charge and work up in small steps while watching for pressure signs. Never exceed the maximum charge published by the powder or bullet manufacturer.