Barnes Varminator Bullets .22 cal .224" 40 gr VMTRFB 100/ct

The Barnes Varminator Bullets .22 cal .224" 40 gr VMTRFB 100/ct are purpose-built for precision varmint hunting and pest control applications where rapid expansion and accuracy are non-negotiable. Designed specifically for .20 and .22 caliber rifles, these rounds deliver reliable, explosive performance on small game including prairie dogs, ground squirrels, and similar targets at extended ranges. Each box contains 100 rounds, offering cost-effective volume for serious shooters who demand consistency across high-round-count practice sessions or extended hunting operations.

These rounds employ Barnes' proven lead-core construction paired with a classic hollow-point design and scored nose cavity that promotes controlled, rapid expansion upon impact. The thin, tapered jacket design minimizes ricochet risk and maximizes energy transfer to small-frame targets, a critical ballistic feature for clean, ethical varmint elimination. At 40 grains, the projectile weight balances velocity retention with terminal performance, enabling flat trajectories suitable for wind-variable field conditions typical of prairie or agricultural environments. The scored cavity initiates expansion reliably even at the reduced impact velocities encountered at extended ranges.

Shooters engaged in high-volume varmint control—farmers, land managers, and competitive predator hunters—depend on ammunition that performs consistently across variable hunting scenarios. The Barnes Varminator is compatible with all standard .22 centerfire rifle platforms, including bolt-action, semi-automatic, and lever-action configurations chambered in .22-250 Remington, .220 Swift, and similar cartridges. Reloaders will also appreciate the consistent case-to-projectile fit and straightforward seating geometry. Store in a cool, dry environment to maintain powder integrity and ensure reliable ignition in the field.