Sierra 22 Cal 60gr HP

Sierra 22 Cal 60gr HP

The Sierra 22 Cal 60gr HP is a high-velocity hollow-point component bullet built for precision varmint hunting and accuracy-driven handloading in .22-caliber rifles. Featuring a .224-inch diameter and a 60-grain weight, this bullet uses Sierra’s Varminter-style construction to deliver explosive expansion alongside precision accuracy, making it highly effective for prairie dogs, groundhogs, and coyotes at long ranges.

Engineered for larger-capacity cartridges such as the 22-250 Remington and 220 Swift, the 60gr HP performs best in rifles with 1:14″ twist rates, where it stabilizes easily and delivers sub-MOA precision with rapid terminal upset. For medium-capacity cases like the 223 Remington, twist rates of 1:12″ or faster are recommended to ensure proper gyroscopic stability. Its balance of flat trajectory and expansion makes it an ideal choice for long-range varmint shooting.

Built with a precision-formed hollow-point cavity and thin copper-alloy jacket, this bullet offers controlled expansion and reliable impact performance at velocities between 3,200 and 3,600 fps. It delivers clean terminal behavior with minimal pelt damage, preserving the effectiveness of each shot even in high-volume hunting sessions.

Manufactured to Sierra’s rigorous component standards—60.0 grains weight, 0.224″ diameter, and a sectional density near 0.166—the bullet features uniform concentricity, jacket consistency, and a balanced ogive profile. These features support stable pressures, repeatable seating, and highly accurate performance when paired with quality brass and tuned handloads.

In handgun applications, while this bullet features a hollow-point construction, it is not recommended for hunting due to its explosive nature. However, it has seen strong performance on half-size NRA Silhouette targets in specialty pistol platforms. As a component bullet, the Sierra 22 Cal 60gr HP allows reloaders to tailor powder, primer, and seating depth for optimal trajectory and terminal effect. It is not factory-loaded ammunition, but a purpose-built varmint and silhouette competition bullet for serious .22-caliber applications.