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If you're running a .17 HMR rifle, Federal Premium V-Shok ammunition gives you the velocity and stopping power that separates a good day in the field from a great one. These rounds pair Federal's proven propellants and primers with Hornady's V-MAX bullet, a purpose-built varmint round that does exactly what it's supposed to do when it connects downrange.
The Hornady V-MAX bullet is where this ammo earns its reputation. The polymer tip boosts ballistic coefficient for a flatter trajectory and dramatically improves accuracy at distance, while also acting as a wedge that initiates reliable expansion on impact. The thin-jacket construction combined with the bullet's hollow-cavity design means rapid fragmentation on contact, making clean, ethical kills on prairie dogs, coyotes, and other varmints the norm rather than the exception. Muzzle velocity runs 2530 feet per second, delivering the flat shooting characteristics the .17 HMR is known for.
V-Shok's consistent ignition and clean-burning powders translate directly to tight groups and repeatable velocities from shot to shot. Field testing shows these rounds produce impressive accuracy at 100 yards and remain predictable beyond 200 yards when conditions allow. The lighter 17-grain bullet maintains its trajectory exceptionally well compared to heavier alternatives, resisting wind drift better than you'd expect from rimfire ammunition.
You're getting 50 rounds per box, which makes it practical for both range sessions and serious varmint work. The consistent quality control Federal applies to this line means each round performs like the last one, something that matters when you're trying to make 200-yard shots. Whether you're working ground squirrels, controlling prairie dogs, or just enjoying precise rimfire shooting, V-Shok delivers the reliable performance that builds confidence downrange.
The Hornady V-MAX uses a polymer tip that serves dual purposes: it increases ballistic coefficient for flatter trajectories and acts as a wedge to initiate rapid expansion upon impact. Combined with the bullet's thin jacket and hollow cavity design, this creates devastating fragmentation that's effective on varmints at typical hunting distances. The design performs reliably even at varying impact velocities.
Most varmint hunters effectively use these rounds out to around 200 yards under standard conditions, with the flat trajectory and light recoil making follow-up shots easy. Skilled marksmen pushing to 250 yards under ideal wind and light conditions see excellent results. Wind is the limiting factor more than anything else, since the lightweight 17-grain bullet can be affected by gusts.
The 17-grain V-MAX achieves higher velocity, delivering the flatter trajectory the .17 HMR is famous for. This translates to better accuracy at distance and cleaner ballistics on still days. Many experienced varmint shooters prefer the 17-grain specifically because Federal's V-Shok loads are known for consistency and tight grouping with this bullet weight.
Federal Premium V-Shok ammunition applies consistent quality control across primers, powder charges, and bullet seating. This consistency directly translates to repeatable velocities and predictable accuracy, which is critical when you're working varmints at distance. Each batch performs like the previous one, giving you confidence in your ballistics calculation.
| Bullet Weight (Grains) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Caliber/Gauge | .17 HMR |
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 0.40 |
| Grains | 17Gr |
| Length | 3.4000 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P771 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | V-Max |
| Shipping Weight | 0.4 |
| Units per Box | 50 |
| UPC | 029465057275 |
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