The Hornady V-Max .20 Cal 40gr Bullet (brand part no. 22006) combines a sharp, pointed polymer tip with one of Hornady’s most aerodynamic bullet profiles. The polymer tip increases the ballistic coefficient and initiates dramatic expansion upon impact, while the proper base design provides incredible in-flight stability for long-range shooting. At .204 inches diameter, this bullet carries a .275 ballistic coefficient and a .137 sectional density.

Key Specifications

• Bullet weight is 40 grains.
• Bullet diameter is .204 inches, standard .20-caliber bore diameter.
• Ballistic coefficient is rated at .275.
• Sectional density is .137.
• Uses Hornady’s signature polymer tip, driving both ballistic coefficient and expansion.
• Fully jacketed construction, sold in boxes of 100.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the polymer tip do? It increases the bullet’s ballistic coefficient and initiates dramatic expansion upon impact.

What is the ballistic coefficient of this bullet? Hornady rates it at .275, with a .137 sectional density.

Is this loaded ammunition? No, this is a bare component bullet for handloaders supplying their own brass, powder, and primers.

Buy the Hornady V-Max .20 Cal 40gr Bullets

Hornady built the V-Max around a polymer tip specifically to boost both ballistic coefficient and terminal expansion. Order this 40gr .20 cal V-Max from our reloading bullets catalog and our Lubbock, Texas gun shop will ship your components directly.