Hornady 20 Cal Varmint Bullets, 24 Grain NTX Lead-Free Boat Tail, Box of 100

Hornady 20 Cal Varmint Bullets in 24 grain NTX lead-free boat tail design are purpose-built for reloaders working in jurisdictions where lead-core ammunition is restricted or prohibited. These lead-free rifle bullets use a frangible copper-alloy core engineered to deliver the velocity, accuracy, and terminal performance varmint hunters expect without running afoul of California or other regional lead-ammunition regulations. A box of 100 gives you what you need to load a full season of predator control or small-game hunting rounds.

The NTX design centers on a polymer tip paired with a boat-tail profile, yielding a high ballistic coefficient that translates to flat trajectories and reduced wind drift downrange. The tip-and-shaft cavity—a design hallmark of Hornady's lead-free line—allows energy to accumulate on impact before the core is driven hard and fast into the target, triggering rapid expansion and fragmentation. The result is consistent, reliable terminal performance across a range of varmint species and hunting distances.

Hornady's AMP (Advanced Manufacturing Process) bullet jackets ensure match-grade concentricity and wall thickness uniformity, so you get the same precision from round to round. This consistency matters whether you're sorting ammo for a hunting trip or tuning loads at the bench. The streamlined boat-tail profile reduces drag and improves ballistics; the hard polymer tip protects the bullet during handling and feeding while preserving the cavity that makes expansion work.

If you reload for a 20-caliber rifle and need lead-free ammunition for regulated hunting areas, these bullets are a field-proven choice that doesn't sacrifice accuracy or terminal energy for compliance.

Key Features

• Lead-free frangible copper-alloy core for compliance in restricted zones
• Polymer tip with internal cavity design for controlled expansion and fragmentation
• Boat-tail profile for improved ballistics and flatter trajectory
• AMP jackets for match-grade accuracy and consistency
• 24-grain weight optimized for 20-caliber varmint and small-game applications
• Box of 100 bullets

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these bullets California legal?

Yes. The Hornady NTX line is specifically designed to comply with California's lead-ammunition restrictions and regulations in other jurisdictions that prohibit lead-core bullets.

What rifles do 20 caliber bullets fit?

These are .20 caliber bullets and are compatible with rifles chambered in .20-caliber cartridges, such as the .20 Tactical, .20 PPC, and similar 20-caliber rounds. Always verify caliber compatibility with your specific firearm before loading.

How many bullets come in a box?

Each box contains 100 bullets, giving you enough for a full season of reloading and practice.

What's the terminal performance like on varmints?

The polymer tip and internal cavity design work together to build energy on impact, then drive the copper-alloy core into the target with force, causing rapid expansion and fragmentation. This performance is optimized for varmint-sized game.