Description

17hmr ammo

what is 17hmr ammo

17hmr ammo is built with quality, consistency, and accuracy in mind, 17 HMR Ammo can help you to maximize your accuracy. Increase your firearm and bullet performance with top-of-the-line 17 HMR Ammunition that easily takes down varmints and other small game in the blink of an eye. 17 HMR ammo, is a rimfire rifle cartridge developed by Hornady in 2002. It was developed by necking down a . 22 Magnum case to take a . 17 caliber (4.5 mm) projectile. With lightning-quick authority, this 17 HMR Ammo maximizes your targeting ability with a lead round nose and full metal jacket varieties. Fast-moving and renowned the world over for its devastatingly precise performance, 17 HMR Rimfire Ammunition easily takes down pest animals with ease. Inexpensive compared to other centerfire rounds, 17 HMR Ammo from top brands like Hornady and Federal Premium are light-recoiling and effective.

17hmr ammo development

Hornady developed the 17 HMR by taking the 22 WMR case and necking it down to accept a .172” diameter bullet. Initial factory loads from Hornady sported a 17 grain Spitzer V-MAX bullet fired at 2,650 fps.

The 22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire (22 WMR or 22 Mag for short) was a natural parent case for the 17 HMR, as it had stronger case walls and offered more case capacity than other rimfire cartridges of the day.

The 17 HMR was nothing short of an overnight success as the round accomplished what wildcatters had been doing for many years, replicating the ballistics of the obsolete 5mm Remington Rimfire Magnum (the fastest rimfire cartridge in history).

Shooters adored the round so much that ammo sales for the new cartridge quickly outstripped production capacity. Thankfully, within 2 years of its release, Remington, CCI, and Federal all began offering their own lines of 17 HMR ammo to help keep up with demand. Today, 17 HMR ammo is also available from Winchester as well.

Although the 17 grain bullets are the most common, alternative loadings with 15.5 grain and 20 grain bullets are also available.

The 17 HMR is typically chambered in lever-action and bolt-action rifles as there were safety concerns about using the round in early semi-auto rifles, many of which were recalled. However, Savage Arms stepped up to the plate and released the Model A17 in 2015 to give 17 HMR fans a semi-automatic rifle that was completely safe to use.

Although the 17 HMR lacks the stopping power offered by the 22 WMR for larger pests, the Hornady round offers hunters approximately a 50% increase in effective range on small varmints like prairie dogs and groundhogs.

On average, the effective range for the 17 HMR against thin-skinned varmints is often cited being around 150 yards. Capable marksmen can extend that range to around 200 yards, but the bullet’s trajectory will suffer as it goes subsonic at 150 yards on average.

To read more about how the 17 HMR compares to the 22 WMR, check out this article: 17 HMR vs 22 Mag.

17hmr ammo specifications

Specifications

Product Information

Cartridge	17 Hornady Magnum Rimfire (HMR)
Grain Weight	17 Grains
Quantity	50 Round
Muzzle Velocity	2550 Feet Per Second
Muzzle Energy	245 Foot Pounds
Bullet Style	Polymer Tip
Bullet Brand And Model	Hornady V-Max
Lead Free	No
Test Barrel Length	24 Inches
Velocity Rating	Supersonic
Country of Origin	United States of America

Delivery Information

Shipping Weight	0.400 Pounds
DOT-Regulated	Yes

Designed around the hard-hitting performance of the famous Hornady V-Max bullet, this ammunition is specifically designed for supremely accurate long-range shooting. The polymer tip enhances accuracy and promotes devastating expansion. It also increases the ballistic coefficient and stabilizes the bullet in flight. This is a great cartridge for pests under 50 pounds as well as plinking. This ammunition is new production and non-corrosive.

Made In United States of America

WARNING: This product can expose you to Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

FAQ about 17hmr ammo

What is 17HMR ammo?

The 17 Hornady Magnum Rimfire (HMR) is a varmint hunting rimfire cartridge that fires a lightweight .17 caliber bullet. It was designed by Hornady in 2002 and offers shooters a flatter trajectory and longer effective range than the 22LR.

How big is a 17HMR bullet?

The .17 HMR fires a 0.172 inch bullet. Most commercial variations of the round have projectiles that weigh between 15.5 and 20 grain with the 17-grain bullet being the most popular. These small bullets have a high velocity for rimfire cartridges for a flat shooting cartridge.

What is the effective range of the 17HMR ammo?

When it comes to small game and varmints, the .17 HMR cartridge has an effective range of about 150 yards. Although the rimfire round is still effective at 200 yards and beyond, the trajectory suffers after 150 yards as the round dips below supersonic speeds.

Who makes 17 HMR ammo?

17 HMR ammo is manufactured primarily by Hornady, CCI, Federal, Remington, and Winchester.

How much does 17 HMR ammo cost?

The price of ammo fluctuates depending on the manufacturer, potential supply chain issues, and the political climate. However, the 17 HMR and 22 WMR are typically very close in price.

What guns are chambered for 17 HMR ammo?

The 17 HMR is chambered in multiple rifles and handguns from manufacturers like Savage, Henry, Ruger, Marling, Browning, Winchester, and Bergara.

17 HMR ammo Ballistics

Note: This information comes from the manufacturer and is for informational purposes only. The actual ballistics obtained with your firearm can vary considerably from the advertised ballistics. Also, ballistics can vary from lot to lot with the same brand and type load.

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