HORNADY 2266 TRADITIONAL VARMINT 22 CAL .224 55 GR SOFT POINT 100 CNT

Hornady Traditional Varmint 22 Cal .224 55 Grain Soft Point Bullets (2266) give varmint and predator hunters a classic .224 diameter soft point design for flat trajectories and fast expansion on small game. This 55 grain Traditional Varmint bullet suits 22 caliber cartridges where you want accurate shots and reliable upset in the field.

Key Features

• Manufacturer part number: 2266
• Caliber: 22 caliber, .224 inch diameter
• Bullet weight: 55 grains
• Bullet type: soft point, spire point profile
• Bullet base: flat base design
• Bullet construction: lead core with copper jacket
• Jacket type: match grade AMP jacket
• Ballistic coefficient (G1): 0.235
• Sectional density: 0.157
• Cannelure: yes, for secure case crimp
• Application: varmint under 50 pounds
• Quantity per box: 100 bullets

Special Features

• Streamlined spire point shape supports ultra flat trajectories, which helps your 22 caliber varmint loads stay on fur across changing distances.
• Match grade AMP jacket provides very uniform jacket thickness, which promotes strong accuracy and consistent terminal behavior.
• Lead core soft point construction delivers explosive expansion, even at lower impact velocities often encountered on longer varmint shots.
• Flat base configuration works well in many classic 22 caliber hunting rifles, especially at the practical ranges common in calling and field setups.
• Traditional Varmint line design follows the original Hornady varmint bullet concept, focused on dependable expansion and practical hunting performance.

Practical Benefits

• Hornady Traditional Varmint 22 Cal .224 55 Grain Soft Point (2266) fits reloaders who want a dependable 223 Remington and 22 caliber hunting bullet for varmints and small predators.
• The 55 grain weight and .224 diameter geometry match common twist rates, so you can build loads that shoot accurately in a wide range of sporter and working rifles.
• The combination of flat trajectory and aggressive expansion helps you place shots precisely and drop small game quickly across fields, pastures, and open ground.
• With 100 bullets per box you can work up a proven load, confirm zero, and still have enough projectiles for real world varmint and predator seasons.
• If you want a 22 caliber varmint bullet that blends classic soft point performance with modern jacket quality, Hornady Traditional Varmint 22 Cal .224 55 Grain Soft Point Bullets (2266) are a practical choice for focused varmint and predator hunters.