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How many grains of powder are in a 17 HMR bullet?
Video That May Interest You 17 HMR loading are 5.6 grains of a spherical-type propellant and the 17-grain V-Max boattail bullet.
What is the difference between .17 and .17 HMR?
The 17 WSM sends a 20 grain bullet out at 3000 fps, whereas the HMR is sending a 17 grain bullet at 2550 fps. That makes for some difference in the field, with the HMR granting an MPBR of 165 yards, whereas the WSM can do it with 205 yards (I’m running calculations for gopher-sized targets).
How far does a 17 HMR drop at 100 yards?
Bullet Rise & Drop When sighted in at 100 yards, the 17 HMR’s bullet doesn’t rise by even half of one inch. At 200 yards the bullet will have dropped by about 10 inches.
What is the fastest 17 caliber rifle?
17 Winchester Super Magnum, which is not only going to be the world’s fastest rimfire round, but also one that offers a significant performance increase over the . 17 HMR (see charts below). It pushes a 20-grain bullet at 3,000 fps, which is 625 fps faster than the .
What is the best 17 caliber for a wildcat?
The 222 family of cartridges is probably the most popular case in use today for the 17 caliber wildcats. The introduction of the 222 Remington in 1950 resulted in the development of many other excellent cartridges based on the 0.375-0.378″ size case head.
What caliber is a 222 Remington Wildcat?
222 Remington Family Wildcats The 222 family of cartridges is probably the most popular case in use today for the 17 caliber wildcats. The introduction of the 222 Remington in 1950 resulted in the development of many other excellent cartridges based on the 0.375-0.378″ size case head.
Why reload wildcat cartridges?
Many common factory ammo offerings began as wildcat cartridges. Reloading wildcat cartridges allows you to learn more about ballistics and load development. There is a satisfaction that wildcatters get from taking game with their own cartridge designs. The word “wildcat” denotes something untamed, rebellious and maybe just a little bit dangerous.
How many grains is a 17 caliber bullet?
His business offers an assortment of quality custom handmade .17 caliber bullets ranging from 21 to 30 grains, and many other items of interest to the small caliber shooter. ( Author’s Note: I have no personal or professional affiliation with Todd Kindler ).