HSM Varmint .22-250 Remington 55gr V-Max Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • V-Max
HSM Varmint .22-250 Remington 55gr V-Max Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • V-Max
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 3609 fps | 1591 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 3500 fps | 1496 ft-lb | -0.8" |
| 50 yds | 3394 fps | 1407 ft-lb | -0.4" |
| 75 yds | 3290 fps | 1322 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 3190 fps | 1243 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 125 yds | 3091 fps | 1167 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 150 yds | 2995 fps | 1096 ft-lb | -0.5" |
| 175 yds | 2901 fps | 1028 ft-lb | -1.1" |
| 200 yds | 2809 fps | 964 ft-lb | -1.9" |
| 225 yds | 2719 fps | 903 ft-lb | -3.1" |
| 250 yds | 2631 fps | 845 ft-lb | -4.5" |
| 275 yds | 2544 fps | 791 ft-lb | -6.2" |
| 300 yds | 2459 fps | 739 ft-lb | -8.3" |
| 325 yds | 2376 fps | 689 ft-lb | -10.8" |
| 350 yds | 2294 fps | 643 ft-lb | -13.6" |
| 375 yds | 2214 fps | 599 ft-lb | -16.8" |
| 400 yds | 2135 fps | 557 ft-lb | -20.5" |
| 425 yds | 2058 fps | 517 ft-lb | -24.6" |
| 450 yds | 1983 fps | 480 ft-lb | -29.3" |
| 475 yds | 1909 fps | 445 ft-lb | -34.5" |
| 500 yds | 1837 fps | 412 ft-lb | -40.3" |
Product Overview
HSM Varmint .22-250 Remington 55gr V-Max ammunition combines Hornady's legendary V-Max bullet with HSM's American-made loading expertise. The polymer-tipped V-Max bullet with a 0.255 G1 ballistic coefficient delivers exceptional accuracy and dramatic terminal performance on varmints. At 3,610 fps muzzle velocity, this load provides the flat trajectory and wind-bucking capability that serious varmint hunters demand.
The V-Max bullet is renowned for its explosive fragmentation on thin-skinned game, making this ammunition ideal for prairie dogs, ground squirrels, and woodchucks. Upon impact, the polymer tip drives back into the lead core, initiating rapid expansion that creates devastating wound channels. The 55-grain weight provides enough mass to also perform effectively on larger predators like coyotes and foxes when precise shot placement is achieved.
HSM, based in Montana, has built a reputation for quality handloaded-style ammunition at production prices. This V-Max load represents excellent value for hunters who want premium bullet performance without premium-brand pricing. The ammunition is loaded with carefully selected components and quality-checked for consistency, making it suitable for both high-volume varmint shoots and serious predator hunting where every shot counts.
- Premium Hornady V-Max bullet at value pricing from HSM
- Excellent 0.255 G1 ballistic coefficient for accuracy at range
- Polymer tip initiates rapid, devastating expansion on varmints
- 55-grain weight suitable for both varmints and predators
- American-made with handloaded-quality attention to detail
- Slightly lower velocity at 3,610 fps than factory Hornady offerings
- HSM may have more limited distribution than major brands
- Explosive fragmentation unsuitable for fur preservation
- Lower muzzle energy at 1,592 ft-lbs than some competing loads
All HSM Varmint .22-250 Remington 55gr V-Max Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Basin Outdoors | 400 | $665.20 | $0.00 | $665.20 | $1.66 |
| Black Basin Outdoors | 200 | $357.25 | $0.00 | $357.25 | $1.79 |