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Winchester built the Varmint X line for the specific demands of hunters who go after everything from prairie dogs to coyotes. These .22 Hornet cartridges load a 35-grain polymer-tipped bullet that fragments violently on impact while maintaining the mild recoil and low noise signature that makes the Hornet such a pleasure to shoot.
The polymer tip does double duty here: it cuts wind deflection for improved long-range performance and drives backward upon impact to initiate the bullet's rapid fragmentation sequence. The thin alloy jacket and lead core work together to create explosive expansion that transfers energy quickly to small game and predators. This engineering keeps the bullet from over-penetrating, which matters when you're working in areas where stray rounds could be a concern.
With a muzzle velocity of 3100 fps and muzzle energy of 747 foot-pounds, the Varmint X delivers the ballistics this caliber is built for. The 35-grain weight sits in the sweet spot for .22 Hornet performance, balancing velocity with bullet stability. These rounds print tight groups from factory rifles and handle well out to around 200-300 yards, which covers most practical varmint hunting scenarios.
Each box contains 20 factory-loaded cartridges ready to shoot. The cases are brass and boxer-primed, which means if you reload, you can reuse them. Winchester's quality control on these loads means shot-to-shot consistency you can depend on, and feedback from experienced Hornet users confirms they're among the most accurate factory .22 Hornet rounds available.
The .22 Hornet works best for varmint hunting from close range out to around 200-300 yards. The lighter 35-grain bullet loses energy more quickly beyond that distance, so you'll want to keep most shots within this practical range. The polymer tip helps maintain a flatter trajectory than standard round-nose bullets, but it's not a long-range cartridge like a .223.
No. The .22 Hornet is a centerfire cartridge that's completely different from .22 LR rimfire ammo. They look similar at first glance, but they won't chamber in each other's firearms. Always verify you're using the correct ammunition for your rifle before loading.
Yes. The brass cases are boxer-primed, which makes them excellent for reloading. Many Hornet shooters reload to fine-tune their loads for specific rifles and find that handloading opens up more load options than factory ammunition provides.
The 35-grain Varmint X is the standard lightweight load for this caliber and delivers high velocity with a relatively flat trajectory. Heavier 45-grain bullets shoot slower but carry more energy further downrange. For prairie dogs and other small varmints, the 35-grain is ideal; for larger predators like coyotes at longer ranges, some hunters prefer the heavier option.
| UPC | 020892222793 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | X22P |
| Caliber/Gauge | .22 Hornet |
| Case Material | Brass |
| Grains | 35 gr |
| Length | 3.4500 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Polymer Tip |
| Shipping Weight | 0.35 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| Cost per Round | 1.70 |
| Bullet Weight (Grains) | 35 |
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