Sierra 7169C Tipped MatchKing .22 Cal .224 69 gr, 500 Rounds Per Box

The Sierra 7169C Tipped MatchKing .22 caliber rifle bullet is a precision-engineered round for long-range shooters and competitive marksmen who demand consistency and ballistic performance. With a 69-grain weight and acetal resin tip, this .224-diameter projectile combines Sierra's legendary accuracy foundation with aerodynamic enhancement—the polymer tip reduces drag across the velocity spectrum, yielding a measurably better ballistic coefficient than traditional MatchKing designs. This one-box pack contains 500 rounds, making it practical for serious reloaders who stockpile components for high-volume practice and match preparation.

The tipped design brings a tangible advantage on the range and at distance: improved ballistic performance without sacrificing the tight tolerances and dimensional consistency Sierra is known for. The polymer tip also promotes reliable feeding in magazine-fed rifles, eliminating the flat-nose geometry that can sometimes cause feeding hiccups. Sierra MatchKing bullets have a well-earned reputation for accuracy in competition and precision work. This variant preserves that pedigree while modernizing the platform for shooters who want every advantage downrange.

That said, these are target and precision rounds first. Sierra recommends against using MatchKing and Tipped MatchKing bullets for most hunting applications. While they see service in varmint hunting, their design prioritizes accuracy over expansion—don't expect the explosive terminal performance of lightly jacketed varmint-specific loads like the Hornet Blitz or Varminter line at comparable velocities. Match this bullet to your intended use: competition, accuracy validation, load development, and long-range precision shooting.

Key Features

• Acetal resin tip reduces aerodynamic drag for improved ballistic coefficient across velocity ranges
• 69-grain .224-diameter projectile engineered for precision and consistency
• Reliable magazine feeding in modern rifle platforms
• 500-round box ideal for high-volume reloaders and competitive shooters
• Sierra's proven MatchKing accuracy foundation with aerodynamic enhancement

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the ballistic coefficient difference between the Tipped MatchKing and standard MatchKing designs?

The tipped version uses a polymer tip to reduce drag, which improves ballistic coefficient across all velocity ranges. The BC varies by velocity: .375 at 2700 fps and above, stepping down to .305 below 1700 fps. This is a material advantage for long-range work where retained velocity and energy matter.

Can I use these bullets for hunting?

Sierra explicitly does not recommend MatchKing or Tipped MatchKing bullets for most hunting applications. While they are sometimes used in varmint hunting, their design prioritizes accuracy and precision over reliable expansion. For hunting, Sierra's Hornet Blitz or Varminter lines are engineered to deliver the explosive expansion these bullets won't.

Will the Tipped MatchKing feed reliably in my magazine-fed rifle?

Yes. One key advantage of the polymer tip design is reliable feeding in magazine-fed firearms—a common issue with flat-nose MatchKing bullets. The tip geometry promotes smooth feeding.

What reloading applications are these bullets best suited for?

These are ideal for precision rifle competition, long-range accuracy testing, load development, and high-volume target shooting where consistency and downrange performance are paramount. They're purpose-built for shooters who prioritize precision and ballistic efficiency.