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The 218 Bee is a classic caliber with plenty of bite, and this Hornady Custom load brings modern quality control to a cartridge that's earned its reputation through decades of use. Winchester designed this 22-caliber round back in 1937, and it's remained an effective choice for varmint hunting and small game where speed and accuracy matter more than power. Hornady built this load specifically for that role.
Every round of this 218 Bee ammunition is hand-inspected before it leaves the factory, and the component selection reflects Hornady's commitment to consistency. The brass cases come from careful sourcing for reliable feeding and consistent chamber pressure. The primers and powder are matched to this specific load to ensure uniform ignition and velocity from round to round. That level of control during manufacturing is what separates Custom grade ammunition from standard factory loads.
Loaded to 2750 feet per second, this 45-grain hollow point drives flat enough for precise shot placement out to practical varmint ranges. The hollow point design expands reliably on small game and offers the kind of terminal performance you need without leaving excessive fur damage. The 218 Bee excels at what it was designed to do, and this load keeps all the variables consistent so your rifle can show what it's capable of.
The brass cases are boxer-primed and reloadable, which matters if you plan to maximize your investment. With a match-grade base, you're starting with quality brass that will hold up to multiple reloadings. That means this box of 25 can serve as both a hunting load and a platform for developing your own precision loads down the line.
Absolutely. The 218 Bee is still one of the most capable varmint cartridges for small to medium-sized game out to around 200 yards. It sits right between the smaller 22 Hornet and larger options like the 223, offering a nice balance of velocity, accuracy, and manageable recoil. This Hornady load drives a 45-grain bullet at 2750 fps, which is right where you want it.
Yes. The cases are boxer-primed and designed for reloading, so you can extend the life of this ammunition by reloading them multiple times. Since these are built to tight tolerances and quality standards, you're starting with premium brass that will hold up through several reload cycles.
Hornady Custom ammunition goes through tighter quality control than standard loads. Every round is hand-inspected, components are carefully matched for consistency, and the load is optimized for accuracy rather than maximum velocity. The result is ammunition with lower velocity variation between rounds, which means better accuracy downrange and more predictable performance.
The 45-grain hollow point expands reliably on varmints and small game, ensuring clean, effective terminal performance. The design prevents over-penetration, which means less fur damage on small animals and more humane, ethical hunting. Hornady's hollow points are engineered to open consistently across their velocity range.
| Bullet Weight (Grains) | 45 |
|---|---|
| Caliber/Gauge | 218 BEE |
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 1.92 |
| Grains | 45Gr |
| Length | 2.6000 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 8307 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Hollow Point |
| Shipping Weight | 0.54 |
| Units per Box | 25 |
| UPC | 090255383072 |
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