The Hornady 0.224 V-MAX bullet with a weight of 40 grains and SKU 22241 is a popular choice among varmint and predator hunters. This bullet is not lead-free; it features a traditional lead core encapsulated by a precision jacket. Designed for superior accuracy, the V-MAX bullet utilizes a sharp polymer tip and a streamlined, highly aerodynamic profile. This enhances both its ballistic coefficient and on-target energy delivery, ensuring explosive expansion upon impact.
The lightweight 40-grain design is optimized for high-velocity loads, making it ideal for cartridges like the .223 Remington, .22-250, and similar .224 caliber rounds. Its primary application is for varmint hunting, specifically targeting small, thin-skinned game such as prairie dogs, groundhogs, and foxes. The rapid, dramatic expansion of the V-MAX upon contact ensures minimal suffering and clean, humane kills. Overall, the Hornady V-MAX 40gr bullet offers reliable performance, excellent accuracy, and devastating terminal effects, making it a top-tier option for small-game hunters using .224 caliber rifles.