The Hornady Traditional Varmint Spire Point SX is a 50-grain .224-diameter reloading bullet engineered for flat trajectories and consistent terminal performance in varmint and small-game applications. It uses a lead core with a match-grade AMP jacket and a spire-point/soft-point SX profile to promote reliable expansion even at modest velocities. The design reflects Hornady’s traditional manufacturing standards for repeatable accuracy across a range of classic .22-caliber rifle loads. Each package contains 100 bullets suitable for handloaders seeking controlled expansion and dependable ballistic behavior.
Key Specifications
- The bullet weight is 50 gr.
- The bullet diameter is .224 inches.
- The caliber designation is .22 caliber (.224).
- The projectile profile is Spire Point SX (soft-point).
- The quantity per package is 100 Per Box.
- The jacket material is AMP with a copper coating.
- The core material is Lead.
- The ballistic coefficient (G1) is 0.214.
- The sectional density is .142.
- The listed shipping weight is 0.75 lb.
These spire-point SX bullets are intended for reloaders who prioritize flat-shooting trajectories and predictable, controlled expansion at typical varmint velocities. The combination of a lead core and AMP jacket gives consistent fabrication and accuracy potential in a wide range of .224 bore loads, making this pack a practical choice for targeted small-game and varmint applications where reliable terminal performance is required.
