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HSM loaded this 223 with Hornady's legendary V-Max bullet for a round that delivers speed and devastating terminal performance on small game. You're looking at 3250 fps out of the muzzle with 1173 foot-pounds of energy, which means an extremely flat trajectory and the ability to put rounds downrange where they count.
The V-Max bullet design is engineered specifically for varmint applications. The polymer tip boosts the ballistic coefficient while also promoting rapid fragmentation on impact, making these rounds brutally effective on prairie dogs, groundhogs, and coyotes. That flat shooting trajectory means less holdover at distance and forgiving wind drift characteristics compared to heavier rounds. Hornady's match-grade construction combined with HSM's manufacturing precision keeps everything consistent round after round.
Every round ships with non-corrosive, reloadable brass cases with boxer primers, so if you're the type who saves your brass, these loads pay dividends down the road. HSM manufactures these in the USA at their Montana facility with rigorous quality control, so you get the same attention to detail whether you're running them once or loading them a dozen times over.
This ammunition performs exactly as advertised. The 50-grain V-Max expands at practical varmint hunting velocities and fragments predictably. Accuracy is solid in most rifles, and the clean burning powder keeps your barrel cleaner than some competitors. With 50 rounds per box, you've got enough to get through a hunt or a productive afternoon at the range without needing to resupply constantly.
These rounds are designed for any .223 Remington rifle. The 50-grain V-Max performs well across a wide range of twist rates from 1:12 to 1:8 or faster, so they'll work reliably whether you're running an AR or a bolt gun. Always verify your rifle's chambering before purchasing.
The V-Max excels on thin-skinned game like prairie dogs and groundhogs out to 250+ yards. The polymer tip and swaged core design create rapid fragmentation that's devastating on small targets. Coyotes are at the upper range of where these rounds shine, though shot placement is always critical.
Yes. These come with boxer-primed, reloadable brass cases that are non-corrosive. You can resize and reload them just like any other quality brass. Many handloaders prefer HSM brass for its consistency and durability across multiple loadings.
The 50-grain rounds shoot flatter and maintain velocity better at distance due to the lighter bullet, though the 55-grain carries slightly more energy. For longer-range work or better wind deflection, the 50gr is the choice. Both fragment predictably when they connect.
| UPC | 837306001413 |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | HSM-223-22 |
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