What barrel twist rate is required to properly stabilize the Hornady 40 Grain V-MAX in .204 caliber?

These 40-grain projectiles are designed around standard 1:12 inch twist-rate barrels, which are common for factory .204 Ruger rifles. Shooters using slower twist rates like 1:14 inches may experience stability issues and should verify their barrel stabilization before loading in bulk.

Can I use these 40 Grain V-MAX bullets for hunting medium or large game like deer or pigs in the Australian bush?

No, these bullets are engineered specifically for rapid, explosive fragmentation on thin-skinned varmints and small pests like foxes and rabbits. They lack the structural integrity and deep penetration required for medium or large game, for which you should use dedicated controlled-expansion bullets instead.

What is the minimum reliable expansion velocity for the .204 40 Grain V-MAX?

Hornady rates the minimum reliable expansion velocity for this projectile at 1,600 fps. When handloaded into cartridges like the .204 Ruger to typical muzzle velocities between 3,700 and 4,000 fps, you will maintain this explosive performance well past standard varminting distances.

Are any special Australian firearms licences required to purchase these reloading components?

Yes, while these projectiles are unprimed and non-explosive reloading components, Australian state and territory firearms regulations govern their possession. Customers typically need to present an appropriate firearms licence, such as a Category A or B licence, depending on their specific jurisdiction.

.204 Bullets - Hornady 22606

The Hornady .204 Caliber 40 Grain V-MAX bullet is a precision reloading component engineered for high-velocity varminting and pest control. Built with a polymer tip seated over a hollow air space in a swaged lead core, the projectile acts as a wedge upon impact to generate explosive fragmentation and rapid energy transfer. An Advanced Manufacturing Process (AMP) gilding metal jacket ensures concentricity, while the boat-tail base contributes to flat shooting trajectories and downrange stability in high-velocity cartridges such as the .204 Ruger and .20 Tactical.

Key Features

Explosive Fragmentation: Features a hard polymer tip that drives violently into the swaged lead core on impact, initiating rapid terminal expansion down to a minimum velocity of 1,600 fps.
AMP Bullet Jacket: Utilises an Advanced Manufacturing Process jacket with virtually zero wall-thickness variation for match-grade rotational stability and repeatable accuracy.
Aerodynamic Profile: Combines a boat-tail base with a streamlined polymer tip to deliver a 0.275 G1 ballistic coefficient for flat trajectories at muzzle velocities typically between 3,700 and 4,000 fps.
Bulk Component Packaging: Supplied in a 250-count value pack designed for high-volume handloading sessions.

Specifications

Calibre: .20 Calibre
Bullet Diameter: 0.204 inches (5.18 mm)
Bullet Weight: 40 Grains (approx. 2.59 g)
Bullet Style: Polymer tip boat-tail (PTBT)
Ballistic Coefficient: 0.275 (G1)
Sectional Density: 0.137
Overall Length: 0.752 inches
Minimum Expansion Velocity: 1,600 fps
Quantity: 250 count
Cartridge Compatibility: .204-calibre rifle cartridges including .204 Ruger and .20 Tactical

Who is the Hornady .204 40 Grain V-Max Bullet for?

Varmint and pest control handloaders — requires explosive fragmentation down to a minimum expansion velocity of 1,600 fps to humanely dispatch small pests like foxes, feral cats, and rabbits with this .204 caliber varmint bullet.
Precision target and rifle handloaders — utilizes a high 0.275 G1 ballistic coefficient and a 40 Grains weight profile to maintain flat trajectories and wind resistance when loading .204 Ruger or .20 Tactical cartridges.

Less suitable for: Hunters pursuing medium to large game such as deer or feral pigs where deep penetration is required, which necessitates a controlled-expansion bonded or monolithic hunting bullet; additionally, it is not recommended for rifles with slow rifling twists such as 1:14" that fail to stabilize a 40-grain projectile, where lighter 32-grain varmint bullets are better suited.

SKU	HN42743LP
Model #	22606
Brand	Hornady
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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