Hornady 30gr VMAX 22 Magnum Ammo Accuracy Test

Published on January 8, 2025
Duration: 6:59

This review tests the accuracy of Hornady 30gr VMAX .22 Magnum ammunition in two rifles: a Ruger American and a CZ 457. At 50 yards, the ammo performed well, with groups around 0.5 to 0.7 inches. However, at 100 yards, accuracy significantly degraded, especially in the Ruger American, with groups exceeding 2.5 inches, while the CZ 457 managed around 1.1 inches. The reviewer notes that the high velocity of this lighter bullet may contribute to reduced accuracy at longer ranges.

Quick Summary

The Hornady 30gr VMAX .22 Magnum ammunition, advertised at 2200 ft/s, showed mixed accuracy results. At 50 yards, it produced groups around 0.6-0.7 inches. However, at 100 yards, accuracy dropped significantly, with the CZ 457 achieving 1.1-inch groups and the Ruger American shooting much larger groups of 2.6-2.8 inches.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Ammo Overview
  2. 00:23Rifles Used for Testing
  3. 00:54Testing Procedure at 50 Yards
  4. 02:4650 Yard Accuracy Results
  5. 03:38Testing Procedure at 100 Yards
  6. 04:42100 Yard Accuracy Results
  7. 06:01Final Thoughts and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the advertised specifications for Hornady 30gr VMAX .22 Magnum ammunition?

The Hornady 30gr VMAX .22 Magnum ammunition is a lightweight projectile designed for high velocity, advertised at 2200 feet per second. This speed is intended to maximize the effectiveness of the VMAX projectile's design.

How did Hornady 30gr VMAX .22 Magnum perform at 50 yards in accuracy tests?

At 50 yards, the Hornady 30gr VMAX .22 Magnum demonstrated good accuracy. In the Ruger American, groups were around 0.7 inches, and in the CZ 457, groups were tighter, around 0.6 inches.

What were the accuracy results for Hornady 30gr VMAX .22 Magnum at 100 yards?

At 100 yards, accuracy decreased significantly. The Ruger American produced groups between 2.6 and 2.8 inches, while the CZ 457 managed groups of approximately 1.1 inches.

Which rifle was more accurate with Hornady 30gr VMAX .22 Magnum at longer distances?

The CZ 457 proved to be more accurate with the Hornady 30gr VMAX .22 Magnum at 100 yards, achieving groups around 1.1 inches, compared to the Ruger American which shot much larger groups.

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