About this bullet
.251 | 50gr | Hornady FMJ RN is a bullet made by Hornady. At 50 gr (3.2 g) and a diameter of 0.251'' (6.38 mm) it suits handloads where bullet weight and barrel length have to be matched carefully. Its G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.116 drives velocity retention and wind drift downrange — higher values mean a flatter trajectory at distance.
Load data for .251 | 50gr | Hornady FMJ RN bullet is available in the following calibers:
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.