222 REM HORNADY SUPERFORMANCE

Hornady Superformance Varmint .222 Rem – Modern Loads for a Legendary Cartridge

The .222 Remington—also known as the “Triple Deuce”—has a storied place in American shooting history. Introduced in 1950, it quickly became the benchmark for precision in benchrest competition and an extremely effective varmint cartridge. Though eclipsed by the .223 Rem in military and commercial popularity, the .222 is still prized by precision shooters and predator hunters for its mild recoil, superb accuracy, and handloading versatility.

Hornady’s Superformance Varmint line breathes new life into this classic round, offering two high-performance options tailored for speed, accuracy, and terminal effectiveness in the field.

Hornady Superformance Varmint .222 Rem 50gr V-MAX – 20 Rounds

This load pairs the .222 Rem with Hornady’s high-velocity 50gr V-MAX bullet—known for its explosive expansion and consistent accuracy. Whether you're targeting coyotes, foxes, or varmints, this is a proven performer.

Specifications:

• Caliber: .222 Remington

• Bullet: 50gr Hornady V-MAX (Polymer Tip)

• Muzzle Velocity: 3,395 FPS

• Muzzle Energy: 1,242 ft-lbs

• Ballistic Coefficient (G1): 0.242

• Sectional Density: 0.142

• Case Type: Brass (Reloadable)

• Primer Type: Boxer

• Corrosive: No

• Lead-Free: No

• Rounds per Box: 20

• Test Barrel Length: 24"

• Velocity Rating: Supersonic

• Country of Origin: United States

Hornady Superformance Varmint .222 Rem 35gr NTX – 20 Rounds

For shooters in lead-restricted areas or those wanting a non-toxic alternative, the 35gr NTX bullet delivers impressive speed and fragmentation. Perfect for pest control and lightweight varmint work where terminal disruption is key.

Specifications:

• Caliber: .222 Remington

• Bullet: 35gr Hornady NTX (Lead-Free Polymer Tip)

• Muzzle Velocity: 3,760 FPS

• Muzzle Energy: 1,099 ft-lbs

• Ballistic Coefficient (G1): 0.170

• Sectional Density: 0.100

• Case Type: Brass (Reloadable)

• Primer Type: Boxer

• Corrosive: No

• Lead-Free: Yes

• Rounds per Box: 20

• Test Barrel Length: 24"

• Velocity Rating: Supersonic

• Country of Origin: United States

Notes from Ally Munitions:
We’ve used and evaluated these .222 Rem loads on a variety of varmints and predators. Both options cycle smoothly, shoot flat, and offer predictable point-of-impact. Velocity testing is coming soon, but accuracy and real-world terminal performance are on par with more modern cartridges.

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