Sierra Varminter .223 40gr Hornet Bullets - 100 Count (Model 1100)

The Sierra Varminter .223 40gr Hornet Bullets are purpose-built for reloaders working with small-bore varmint and small-game cartridges. This 100-count box of Model 1100 bullets features Sierra's traditional roundnose design paired with a thin-walled jacket and soft lead core—a classic combination that delivers reliable accuracy and expansion when you're handloading for .22 Hornet, .22 K-Hornet, .218 Bee, and other modest-velocity cartridges firing in the 2600 to 2900 fps range. Whether you're loading for a rifle with a 1-in-16" twist or stepping up to faster centerfire rounds like the .222 or .223 Remington, these 40-grain pills perform across a wide velocity spectrum.

The thin jacket and exposed lead core make these bullets exceptionally effective on small varmints—coyotes, foxes, prairie dogs, and similar game—where controlled expansion and quick incapacitation matter. The roundnose profile is inherently stable in slower-twist barrels and contributes to the outstanding short-to-medium-range accuracy Sierra is known for. Reloaders appreciate the consistency and performance these bullets bring to precision varmint loads, especially in medium-capacity cartridges where velocity can be dialed in for specific hunting or range conditions.

If you're working up .22 Hornet loads or experimenting with .223 Remington varmint rounds, the Varminter series offers the flexibility and stopping power that separates a good shot from a clean one. Stock these 40-grain bullets in your reloading bench and you'll have a dependable, field-proven option ready for your next varmint season.

Key Features

• Thin-walled jacket with soft lead core for reliable expansion on small varmints
• Traditional roundnose shape optimized for modest-velocity cartridges and 1-in-16" twist barrels
• Effective across a wide velocity range—from .22 Hornet loads (2600–2900 fps) through .223 Remington (up to 3500 fps)
• Outstanding accuracy at short-to-moderate ranges
• 100 bullets per box—ideal for test loads and varmint season prep

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What cartridges are these bullets designed for?

The Varminter 40gr works across several .22 caliber cartridges. They excel in modest-velocity rounds like the .22 Hornet, .22 K-Hornet, and .218 Bee at 2600–2900 fps, and are also effective in faster medium-capacity cartridges such as the .222 Remington and .223 Remington at velocities up to 3500 fps.

Are these bullets suitable for .223 Remington loads?

Yes. While these bullets are purpose-designed for lower-velocity .22 Hornet-class cartridges, they perform reliably in .223 Remington at velocities up to 3500 fps, making them versatile for both varmint and target work in that caliber.

What barrel twist rate do these bullets require?

The roundnose profile and shorter bullet length are ideal for barrels with 1-in-16" twist rates and lower-velocity cartridges. They're stable in these slower-twist barrels and provide outstanding accuracy at short-to-moderate ranges.

Will these bullets expand reliably on varmints?

Yes. The thin-walled jacket and soft lead core are engineered specifically for expansion and effectiveness on small varmints like coyotes, foxes, and prairie dogs across the supported velocity ranges.