Hornady Match Bullets .22 Cal .224 68 Gr Bthp 500/Ct

The Hornady Match .22 caliber 68-grain bullets are precision rifle reloading components engineered for competitive shooters and long-range marksmen who demand consistency above all else. Built on Hornady's AMP (Advanced Manufacturing Process) jacket technology, these .224 diameter rounds deliver the kind of shot-to-shot uniformity that separates competitive loads from good-enough loads. Each box contains 500 rounds—enough to develop and refine a match-grade load without breaking your reloading bench.

The 68-grain BTHP (Boat Tail Hollow Point) configuration uses a secant ogive profile designed to minimize drag and flatten trajectory downrange. The swaged lead core ensures excellent weight consistency and balance from bullet to bullet, while the boattail geometry is optimized specifically for this weight and caliber to maximize ballistic coefficient. AMP jackets deliver virtually zero tolerance for concentricity—meaning the bullet jacket is centered on the core as precisely as modern manufacturing allows—and near-zero wall thickness variation. This level of precision is the foundation for the accuracy benchrest and long-range competitors expect.

These are purpose-built for precision rifle discipline and target shooting. They're not recommended for hunting applications, but for handloaders chasing sub-MOA groups or preparing for competition, Hornady Match bullets have earned their reputation. Whether you're loading for a .223 Remington, 5.56 NATO, or another .224-diameter cartridge, the 68-grain weight is a proven performer on paper and steel at distance.

Key Features

• AMP jacket technology with virtually zero concentricity tolerance
• Secant ogive profile for optimized ballistic coefficient and flat trajectory
• Swaged lead core for exceptional consistency and balance
• Boat tail design caliber-specific for maximum accuracy
• 500-round box—ample quantity for load development and competition prep
• Designed for precision rifle and benchrest applications

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle cartridges work with .224 diameter bullets?

The .224 diameter applies to several popular rifle cartridges including .223 Remington, 5.56 NATO, .22-250 Remington, and other .22-caliber centerfire rounds. Always verify your specific cartridge and chamber dimensions against the bullet specifications before loading.

Are these bullets suitable for hunting?

No. Hornady explicitly does not recommend these Match bullets for hunting applications. They are engineered and optimized for target shooting, precision rifle competition, and benchrest disciplines where consistency and accuracy are the sole goals.

What does AMP jacket technology do for accuracy?

AMP (Advanced Manufacturing Process) jackets are manufactured to virtually zero tolerance for concentricity—meaning the jacket is perfectly centered on the lead core. This near-zero wall thickness variation removes variables that can degrade accuracy, ensuring each bullet performs identically in flight.

How many bullets come in a box?

Each box contains 500 bullets, providing sufficient quantity for load development, testing, and competition without frequent reorders.