Hornady .224 Valkyrie Varmint Express 60gr V-Max Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • V-Max
Hornady .224 Valkyrie Varmint Express 60gr V-Max Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • V-Max
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 3300 fps | 1451 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 3202 fps | 1366 ft-lb | -0.8" |
| 50 yds | 3107 fps | 1286 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 75 yds | 3014 fps | 1210 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2923 fps | 1138 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2834 fps | 1070 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 150 yds | 2747 fps | 1005 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 175 yds | 2661 fps | 944 ft-lb | -1.5" |
| 200 yds | 2577 fps | 885 ft-lb | -2.6" |
| 225 yds | 2495 fps | 829 ft-lb | -4.0" |
| 250 yds | 2414 fps | 776 ft-lb | -5.8" |
| 275 yds | 2335 fps | 726 ft-lb | -7.9" |
| 300 yds | 2257 fps | 678 ft-lb | -10.5" |
| 325 yds | 2180 fps | 633 ft-lb | -13.4" |
| 350 yds | 2105 fps | 590 ft-lb | -16.9" |
| 375 yds | 2031 fps | 550 ft-lb | -20.8" |
| 400 yds | 1959 fps | 511 ft-lb | -25.2" |
| 425 yds | 1889 fps | 475 ft-lb | -30.2" |
| 450 yds | 1820 fps | 441 ft-lb | -35.8" |
| 475 yds | 1753 fps | 409 ft-lb | -42.1" |
| 500 yds | 1688 fps | 380 ft-lb | -49.1" |
Product Overview
Hornady Varmint Express .224 Valkyrie 60gr V-Max ammunition is specifically designed for varmint and predator hunters who need explosive terminal performance at extended ranges. The polymer-tipped V-Max bullet is engineered for rapid, violent expansion on impact, delivering devastating energy transfer on prairie dogs, groundhogs, coyotes, and other small game. At 3,300 fps muzzle velocity, this is the fastest .224 Valkyrie load available.
The lightweight 60-grain bullet's exceptional velocity makes it ideal for hunters who need flat trajectories and minimal holdover at typical varmint hunting distances of 100-400 yards. With 1,451 ft-lbs of muzzle energy and a 0.265 G1 BC, this load offers the speed necessary to reduce lead on moving targets while still providing adequate wind resistance for precision shots on stationary game.
For predator hunters calling coyotes or fox, the V-Max bullet's explosive expansion minimizes pelt damage compared to high-velocity fragmenting bullets while still delivering immediate incapacitation. The brass cases are reloadable, allowing hunters to develop custom loads tailored to their specific rifles and hunting conditions.
- Fastest .224 Valkyrie load at 3,300 fps muzzle velocity
- Explosive V-Max expansion ideal for varmints and predators
- Flat trajectory reduces holdover at hunting distances
- Polymer tip initiates rapid, reliable expansion
- Excellent accuracy from the proven V-Max bullet design
- Lower BC (0.265) increases wind drift at longer ranges
- Lightweight bullet loses velocity quickly beyond 400 yards
- Explosive expansion not suitable for larger game
- Higher velocity may cause excessive barrel wear with heavy use
All Hornady .224 Valkyrie Varmint Express 60gr V-Max Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Basin Outdoors | 200 | $253.87 | $0.00 | $253.87 | $1.27 |
| Lucky Gunner | 20 | $27.00 | $17.68 | $44.68 | $2.23 |