Hornady 25 Cal 117gr InterLock RN

Hornady 25 Cal 117gr InterLock RN

The Hornady 25 Cal 117gr InterLock RN is a precision-engineered bullet component designed for handloaders seeking reliable expansion, deep penetration, and smooth feeding in classic .25-caliber hunting and target rifles. Weighing 117 gr with a .257-inch diameter, the 25 Cal 117gr InterLock RN features Hornady’s trademark InterLock® core-to-jacket bonding system, ensuring over 90% weight retention and consistent terminal performance across diverse field and range scenarios.

Featuring a round-nose profile and polished jacket, the 25 Cal 117gr InterLock RN promotes smooth chambering and consistent ignition in bolt-action, lever-action, and single-shot rifles. When loaded to velocities ranging from 2,700 to 2,900 fps in cartridges such as .257 Roberts, .257 Weatherby Magnum, or 25-06 Remington, the 25 Cal 117gr InterLock RN delivers controlled expansion, minimal bullet deformation, and reliable penetration—ideal for medium game like deer and antelope.

The bonded-core design of the 25 Cal 117gr InterLock RN mechanically locks the lead core to the copper jacket using Hornady’s InterLock® ring. This helps prevent jacket-core separation on impact, ensuring clean wound channels and ethical terminal behavior. Field reports indicate that the 25 Cal 117gr InterLock RN maintains structural integrity shot after shot, even when facing tough bone or heavy muscle.

Optimized for barrels with twist rates between 1:9 and 1:11, the 25 Cal 117gr InterLock RN stabilizes reliably and delivers tight groupings at typical hunting ranges. Its concentric jacket and consistent ogive foster uniform seating depth and predictable point-of-impact. Handloaders appreciate the 25 Cal 117gr InterLock RN for its smooth cycling, repeatable shot placement, and compatibility across various powders and primers.

Manufactured at Hornady’s Grand Island, Nebraska facility, the Hornady 25 Cal 117gr InterLock RN is sold strictly as a bullet component. Reloaders must pair it with suitable brass, powder, and primers. With rigorous quality control over jacket thickness, tip alignment, and mass uniformity, the 25 Cal 117gr InterLock RN offers balanced terminal performance and accuracy. Whether pursuing whitetail deer or sighting in for long-range accuracy, this bullet component stands out for bonded-core durability and dependable field behavior.