Hornady V-Max 17 Cal .172 25gr Bullets - 100ct Box

The Hornady V-Max 17 caliber bullets deliver explosive expansion and pinpoint accuracy for varmint hunting and precision shooting applications. These .172 diameter, 25-grain projectiles feature Hornady's proven V-Max polymer tip design that initiates rapid fragmentation upon impact.

What Makes This Different

The V-Max bullet design combines a polymer tip with a precisely engineered jacket that ensures consistent expansion at velocities ranging from 1,600 to 4,000+ fps. Unlike conventional hollow point bullets that can clog with debris, the polymer tip maintains its aerodynamic profile and guarantees expansion. The streamlined profile and boat-tail base deliver superior ballistic coefficients compared to flat-base varmint bullets, extending effective range and reducing wind drift.

Key Features

• Polymer tip initiates explosive expansion on impact for maximum terminal performance
• Boat-tail design reduces drag and improves long-range accuracy
• Swaged lead core provides consistent weight distribution and balance
• Thin jacket construction optimized for high-velocity cartridges like 17 HMR and 17 Hornet
• Match-grade manufacturing tolerances ensure consistent bullet-to-bullet performance
• Secant ogive profile maximizes ballistic coefficient
• 100 bullets per box with consistent 25-grain weight specification

These bullets excel in cartridges like the 17 HMR, 17 Hornet, and custom 17 caliber wildcats where explosive terminal performance on small game and varmints is essential. The combination of accuracy and devastating expansion makes them particularly effective for prairie dog hunting, ground squirrel control, and predator calling where quick, humane kills are required. The polymer tip remains intact during feeding and chambering, ensuring reliable function in both bolt-action and semi-automatic firearms.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: 17 (.172 diameter)
• Weight: 25 grains
• Bullet Type: V-Max polymer tip
• Base Design: Boat-tail
• Jacket Material: Gilding metal
• Core Material: Swaged lead
• Quantity: 100 bullets per box
• Manufacturer: Hornady Manufacturing
• Country of Origin: United States

Handloaders seeking maximum performance from 17 caliber cartridges will find these V-Max bullets provide the accuracy and terminal effectiveness needed for demanding varmint hunting situations. The proven V-Max design has established itself as the benchmark for explosive varmint bullets across multiple calibers.