The Hornady Varmint Express .17 HMR 15.5gr NTX gives rimfire shooters a .17 HMR option built around a 15.5-grain NTX non-toxic lead-free polymer tip bullet (brand part no. 83171). Hornady loads this Varmint Express round for consistent function and predictable performance, box after box. It is built for plinking, small game, or low-recoil practice, where a round that runs clean through the gun matters more than any spec sheet. Whether it is the first box through a new gun or the hundredth through an old favorite, this load is built to be the one you do not have to think twice about. Find it filed with our rimfire ammunition lineup.

Key Specifications

• The cartridge is .17 HMR, matching the guns most rimfire shooters already own.
• It carries a 15.5-grain bullet, sized for dependable expansion or penetration at typical range.
• This load uses a NTX non-toxic lead-free polymer tip bullet, a proven construction for its intended role.
• Cases are Brass, reloadable and the standard for smooth extraction.
• The box count is 50 rounds, enough to run a real training session without rationing.
• A box ships at roughly 0.3813 lb, light enough to stock several calibers without a heavy shipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What bullet weight does this load use? 15.5 grains.

Is the brass reloadable? Yes, it uses reloadable brass cases.

Buy the Hornady Varmint Express .17 HMR 15.5gr NTX

One box on the bench answers whether this is the round you standardize on. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.