Hornady 2230 Traditional Varmint .224 45gr Round Nose Bullets

The Hornady 2230 Traditional Varmint bullets deliver consistent accuracy and reliable expansion for small game and varmint hunting applications. These .224 caliber projectiles feature proven round nose construction that has served hunters effectively for decades.

What Makes This Different

The Traditional Varmint line utilizes Hornady's precise manufacturing standards to produce bullets with uniform jacket thickness and controlled core placement. Each 45-grain projectile maintains consistent weight distribution within ±0.3 grains, delivering predictable ballistic performance compared to standard bulk varmint bullets. The round nose profile provides stable flight characteristics and reliable feeding in semi-automatic rifles.

Key Features

• 45-grain round nose design optimized for .224 caliber rifles
• Uniform jacket construction ensures consistent expansion at impact
• Precise weight sorting maintains ballistic consistency shot to shot
• Compatible with standard .224 reloading components and powder charges
• Bulk packaging of 100 bullets per box reduces per-round cost
• Case quantity of 4,000 rounds (40 boxes) for high-volume shooters
• Proven round nose profile feeds reliably in AR-15 and bolt-action rifles

These bullets perform effectively at moderate velocities typical of .223 Remington and .22-250 loads, making them suitable for prairie dog hunting, ground squirrel control, and small predator management. The 45-grain weight provides adequate sectional density for clean kills on varmints while maintaining flat trajectory out to 300 yards. Consistent jacket integrity ensures reliable expansion without excessive fragmentation that could damage pelts.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: .224 inch diameter
• Weight: 45 grains
• Profile: Round nose
• Jacket: Gilding metal
• Core: Lead
• Quantity: 100 bullets per box, 40 boxes per case
• Manufacturer: Hornady Manufacturing
• Model: 2230 Traditional Varmint

The bulk case packaging makes these bullets cost-effective for reloaders who shoot frequently or guide varmint hunting operations. Quality control standards ensure each bullet meets Hornady's specifications for diameter, weight, and concentricity, providing the consistency needed for accurate handloads.