- Product Code: 201130
- Weight: 0.44 kg
Hornady .224 BTHP Match 68 gr — 100 pcs
Hornady® Match™ Bullets are designed for shooters who refuse to compromise. This 68 grain BTHP (Boat Tail Hollow Point) is one of the most esteemed choices on the market for achieving extreme accuracy and consistency in .224 caliber rifles.
Why Choose Hornady BTHP Match?
Hornady's Match line of bullets is crafted with the strictest tolerances. The design focuses on eliminating all variables that could affect accuracy.
Key Benefits:
AMP® Jacket Technology: Advanced Manufacturing Process ensures the bullet jacket is perfectly concentric. Nearly nonexistent variations in wall thickness result in better balance and stability during flight.
Optimal Profile: The bullet's Boat Tail design and sharp point reduce drag, enhancing the ballistic coefficient (BC) and flattening the trajectory.
Top-tier Accuracy: These bullets are selected precisely based on weight and dimensions, ensuring that each reloaded cartridge performs identically to the previous one.
Technical Specifications
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
Caliber | .224 |
Bullet Weight | 68 gr / 4.41 g |
Type | BTHP (Boat Tail Hollow Point) |
Product Number | #2278 |
Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | .355 |
Cross-sectional Area (SD) | .194 |
Recommended Twist Rate | 1:9" or faster (e.g., 1:8", 1:7") |
Package Size | 100 pcs |
Usage Recommendation
This bullet is an optimal choice for SRA shooting, reserve shooting, and long-range precision shooting. The 68 grain weight provides excellent performance in windy conditions compared to lighter 55 grain bullets while maintaining high muzzle velocity.
Hunting Suitability:Due to its accuracy capabilities, this bullet is excellent for bird hunting (e.g., capercaillie and grouse tree-top shooting), where long distances and precise shot placement are emphasized.
