Sellier & Bellot‘s centerfire rifle ammunition in .22 Hornet (part no. SB22HB) loads a 45-grain soft point bullet to a listed 2,346 feet per second, keeping one of the oldest small-varmint cartridges in American use well stocked. Sellier & Bellot has manufactured small-caliber ammunition since 1825 and builds this load on brass cases for reliable extraction and consistent ignition. The soft point bullet expands readily at .22 Hornet’s modest velocities, making it effective on varmints without the blast of a larger rifle cartridge. This rifle ammunition keeps a classic varmint rifle fed with a genuinely purpose-built load.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .22 Hornet, a classic low-recoil varmint cartridge dating to the 1930s.
• The bullet weighs 45 grains, a light, fast-expanding weight matched to the cartridge.
• The bullet type is soft point, expanding reliably at .22 Hornet’s moderate velocities.
• Muzzle velocity is listed at 2,346 feet per second, brisk for such a light rifle cartridge.
• The case material is brass, giving reliable extraction and standard reloading compatibility.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, a practical count for a range or varmint outing.
• Cost runs about $0.89 per round, reflecting the cartridge’s lower production volume.
• Sellier & Bellot has produced small-caliber ammunition since 1825, among the oldest names in the industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is .22 Hornet typically used for? It is a classic low-recoil varmint round, popular for squirrels, prairie dogs, and similar small predators at moderate range.

Is .22 Hornet still a common chambering? It is less common than modern varmint rounds like .223 Remington, but a loyal following keeps rifles and ammunition in production.

Does the soft point bullet expand reliably at Hornet velocities? Yes, this bullet is built specifically to expand at .22 Hornet’s lower velocity range, unlike bullets designed for faster modern cartridges.

Buy Sellier & Bellot 22 Hornet 45gr SP

A classic varmint rifle deserves a load built for its era of cartridge, and this Sellier & Bellot loading keeps that tradition running. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.