22-250 50 gr V-MAX SUPERFORMANCE

Hornady® Superformance® – .22-250 Remington 50gr V-MAX®

Supercharged Velocity. Devastating Impact. Field-Tested Accuracy.

The Hornady® Superformance® 50gr V-MAX® in .22-250 Remington redefines high-velocity predator and varmint hunting. With a factory-claimed 4,000 FPS, this is one of the fastest commercial loads on the market — delivering ultra-flat trajectories and explosive terminal effects in both bolt guns and semi-autos. Engineered with specialized Superformance propellants and Hornady’s legendary V-MAX® projectile, this round is built for hunters who want maximum reach and impact.

A Short History of the .22-250 Remington

Standardized by Remington in 1965 after decades as a wildcat favorite, the .22-250 Rem quickly became a staple for predator and varmint hunters. Its parent case — the .250 Savage — offered the right volume for blistering speeds when necked to .224 caliber. Known for its flat trajectory, minimal recoil, and outstanding accuracy, the .22-250 is trusted from the plains to the bench.

Quick Specs

• Caliber: .22-250 Remington

• Bullet: 50gr V-MAX®

• Ballistic Coefficient (G1): 0.242

• Muzzle Velocity (Factory Box Listed): 4,000 FPS

• Muzzle Energy: 1,777 ft-lbs

• Case Type: Brass (Reloadable)

• Primer: Boxer

• Rounds per Box: 20

• Intended Use: Predator / Varmint / Target

• Made in USA

Key Features

• Superformance Propellant: Delivers higher velocity (up to 200 FPS gain) without increasing pressure or recoil

• Explosive Terminal Effect: V-MAX® polymer tip ensures rapid, devastating expansion

• Ultra-Flat Shooting: Perfect for prairie dogs, coyotes, and other quick-target engagements

• Temperature-Stable Components: Built to perform across all weather conditions

Ally Munitions Testing Notes

Hornady lists this Superformance® 50gr V-MAX® at 4,000 FPS — placing it firmly at the top of the .22-250 velocity spectrum. While full SD and velocity curve testing is still underway, early comparisons to other Varmint Express loads suggest we’ll see:

• Tight SDs

• Strong accuracy across 22–26" barrels

• Sub-MOA groups in quality bolt-action rifles

Expect real-world results to reflect minimal drop and dramatic impact inside traditional varminting ranges.

Field Use

This is a high-speed performer for:

• Coyotes, foxes, and bobcats

• Prairie dogs and ground squirrels

• Open-range pest control

• Medium-range steel and paper shooting

If you need flat-shooting, hard-hitting precision, this Superformance load brings the energy and consistency.

Legal Notice

• Must be 18 years or older to purchase rifle ammunition

• Comply with local and state laws

• Confirm your rifle is chambered for .22-250 Remington

• All ammunition sales are final