Sierra .224 45gr Hornet Varminter Soft Point Bullets
Sierra's .224 45-grain Hornet Varminter soft point bullets deliver reliable expansion on small game and varmints. Designed for 2600-2900 fps velocities in classic cartridges like the .22 Hornet, .22 K-Hornet, and .218 Bee. 100 rounds per box.
Sierra Hornet Varminter Bullets: Classic Design for Modest Velocities
These .224 45-grain soft point bullets represent Sierra's traditional approach to small-game and varmint hunting. Built with a thin-walled jacket and soft lead core, they're engineered specifically for the modest velocities of classic cartridges.
Ideal Applications
Rifle Cartridges:
- .22 Hornet
- .22 K-Hornet
- .218 Bee
- .222 Remington
- .223 Remington
Handgun Cartridges:
- All .22 centerfire handgun loads
Performance Characteristics
- Velocity Range: 2600-2900 fps (rifles); up to 3500 fps (.223 Remington)
- Bullet Weight: 45 grains
- Caliber: .224
- Ballistic Coefficient: 0.131 @ 2800 fps and above; 0.137 between 2800-2000 fps; 0.152 @ 2000 fps and below
- Sectional Density: 0.128
- Quantity: 100 per box
Design Features
The rounded nose profile and thin jacket provide outstanding accuracy at short to moderate ranges. The exposed lead core ensures reliable expansion on varmints and small game. This design excels in rifles with 1x16" twist rates, where the shorter bullet profile ensures proper stability.
At higher velocities in the .223 Remington, these bullets deliver explosive expansion characteristic of dedicated varmint ammunition. At modest Hornet velocities, they expand reliably without over-fragmenting, making them equally effective for hunting applications.
