The 5.7 mm Hornady Black V-Max, 40 grain is engineered to provide high-performance results for a variety of shooting applications, particularly when paired with modern sporting rifles (MSRs) and other platforms chambered in 5.7x28mm. This ammunition is ideal for shooters looking for superior accuracy, consistent performance, and reliable terminal effects.
 
Key Features:
V-Max Bullet Design: The 40-grain V-Max bullet features a polymer tip that initiates rapid expansion upon impact, making it highly effective for both target shooting and varmint control. The streamlined design also enhances the ballistic coefficient, offering improved accuracy over longer distances.
Hornady Black Line: Designed for versatility, the Hornady Black line ensures reliable feeding and performance in a range of firearms, including AR-style pistols, MSRs, and bolt-action rifles. This adaptability makes it suitable for shooters with multiple 5.7x28mm platforms.
Optimized for Precision: The bullet’s profile and propellant are tailored to provide consistent muzzle velocity and energy, leading to tighter shot groups and dependable terminal performance. This makes the 5.7 mm Hornady Black V-Max a great choice for competitive shooters and those looking to fine-tune their skills.
 
Why It’s Special:
Superior Expansion: The V-Max bullet’s polymer tip is designed to initiate expansion even at lower velocities, making it particularly effective against small game and varmints. Upon impact, the bullet creates a rapid and destructive wound channel, ensuring a humane and effective outcome.
Consistent Performance: Hornady’s attention to detail in manufacturing results in rounds that deliver reliable performance shot after shot. The Black line’s emphasis on versatility means these rounds perform well in a variety of shooting conditions and platforms.
Made for the Modern Shooter: The 5.7 mm Hornady Black V-Max is tailored for those using modern sporting rifles, offering reliable feeding and smooth cycling. This design consideration helps shooters maintain accuracy and control, whether at the range or in the field.
 
Performance:
Muzzle Velocity: Approximately 2250 fps, offering a flat trajectory and minimal drop at intermediate distances.
Muzzle Energy: Around 450 ft-lbs, providing the kinetic energy necessary for effective small game hunting and target shooting.
Bullet Weight: 40 grains
Bullet Type: V-Max (polymer tip)
 
Applications:
Varmint Hunting: The 5.7 mm Hornady Black V-Max is particularly effective for small game and varmints such as rabbits, prairie dogs, and groundhogs. Its rapid expansion ensures quick and humane dispatch of pests.
Target Shooting: For those seeking accuracy and consistency in practice or competition, this round’s design provides tight groupings and reliable performance.
Self-Defense: Although primarily designed for sporting use, the Hornady V-Max’s expansion capabilities make it a viable option for self-defense in situations where over-penetration is a concern.
 
The 5.7 mm Hornady Black V-Max, 40 grain ammunition offers a blend of precision, rapid expansion, and versatility that sets it apart in the 5.7x28mm category. With its polymer-tipped V-Max bullet, it provides the accuracy and terminal performance that serious shooters demand, whether on the range or in the field.
 
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