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HSM built this .22 Hornet load for folks who want straight-shooting varmint ammunition without complications. The 35 grain V-MAX bullet is a proven choice that balances velocity with the Hornet's modest power levels. You get consistent performance on everything from prairie dogs and ground squirrels to small predators.
The V-MAX design uses a polymer tip that looks simple until it meets a target. When the bullet impacts, that tip drives back into the lead core to trigger rapid expansion. The hollow cavity between the polymer tip and the main bullet body means this load fragments decisively on small game rather than penciling through. That's not a weakness for varmint work, it's exactly what you want when you're trying to limit pelt damage on fur-bearing critters.
This caliber finds its real strength between 100 and 200 yards on small targets. The .22 Hornet sits nicely in the sweet spot between rimfire magnum power and heavier centerfire cartridges. You get recoil mild enough for extended sessions and a report that won't shake your neighbors half a county away. The 35 grain bullet pushes out around 2975 fps from the muzzle, delivering about 688 ft-lbs of energy. At closer ranges on small game, that's more than sufficient.
The brass casings are new production and non-corrosive, so every round is reloadable. Boxer priming keeps things standard and simple. If you reload, this caliber really shines because you can tune loads to your specific rifle and develop groups that surprise you. The .22 Hornet has been around since 1930 and the cartridge itself rewards hand-loading with excellent case life and forgiving performance across different powders.
Yes. The .22 Hornet is well-suited for varmint hunting inside 200 yards, particularly on small targets like prairie dogs, ground squirrels, and similar game. Beyond that range, larger centerfire cartridges like the .223 Remington become easier to work with due to flatter trajectories. For the distances this caliber naturally excels at, the Hornet is tough to beat.
Absolutely. HSM loads these with reloadable brass casings and non-corrosive boxer primers, which means every case is ready for hand-loading after you fire it. The .22 Hornet is actually a great caliber for reloading because it rewards careful load development and offers excellent case life.
The polymer-tipped V-MAX is engineered to fragment rapidly on small animals, which is ideal for varmint hunting. At the velocities this .22 Hornet load generates, you get consistent expansion without excessive damage for pelts that you want to preserve. It's designed specifically for this role.
The 35 grain bullet is lighter than typical 45-46 grain options, which means slightly higher velocity and a flatter trajectory. At .22 Hornet velocities, the lighter bullet arrives faster and drops less downrange, making it a good choice for precision work on small targets within normal Hornet distances.
| UPC | 837306006036 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HSM-22H-3-N |
| Caliber/Gauge | .22 Hornet |
| Grains | 35 GRAINS |
| Length | 5.2500 |
| Shipping Weight | 0.81 |
| Units per Box | 50 |
| Cost per Round | 1.22 |
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