Winchester's Varmint X ammunition in 204 Ruger delivers devastating terminal performance on prairie dogs, ground squirrels, and other varmints with its 32-grain polymer tip design. This specialized hunting round combines rapid expansion with flat trajectory characteristics that make long-range varmint control both effective and efficient.
What Makes This Different
The polymer tip initiates rapid expansion upon impact while maintaining structural integrity during flight for superior ballistic coefficients. Unlike standard hollow point designs, the polymer insert creates consistent mushrooming even at extended ranges where velocity drops significantly. Winchester's powder formulation generates higher velocities than competing 204 Ruger loads, extending effective range by 50-75 yards over conventional varmint ammunition.
Key Features
- 32-grain polymer tip bullet for rapid expansion and energy transfer
- Nickel-plated brass cases resist corrosion and ensure smooth feeding
- Optimized powder charge delivers 4,025 fps muzzle velocity
- Flat shooting trajectory with minimal wind drift at 300+ yards
- Lead core construction maximizes weight retention and penetration
- Boxer primers provide consistent ignition in temperature extremes
- 20-round boxes packaged in 10-box cases for bulk purchasing
Field testing demonstrates consistent sub-MOA accuracy in quality bolt-action rifles, with the polymer tip maintaining point of impact consistency across temperature ranges from -20°F to 120°F. The 204 Ruger cartridge excels in open country hunting where wind deflection and bullet drop become critical factors beyond 200 yards. This ammunition functions reliably in both single-shot and magazine-fed rifles chambered for 204 Ruger.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 204 Ruger (.204 inch diameter)
- Bullet Weight: 32 grains
- Bullet Type: Polymer tip with lead core
- Muzzle Velocity: 4,025 feet per second
- Muzzle Energy: 1,151 foot-pounds
- Case Material: Nickel-plated brass
- Primer: Non-corrosive Boxer
- Package: 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
- Manufacturer: Winchester Ammunition
Varmint hunters requiring precision at extended ranges will find this ammunition delivers the flat trajectory and explosive terminal performance necessary for ethical one-shot kills. The bulk case packaging provides excellent value for high-volume shooting while maintaining Winchester's reputation for consistent quality control.