Ruger Hornady Superformance Varmint 204 Ruger Ammo 40 Gra…

Description

Product Overview

Engineered for precision and terminal performance, the Hornady Superformance Varmint 204 Ruger Ammo is a specialized cartridge built for the discerning shooter. This offering provides a full 500-round case of 40-grain cartridges, centered on the renowned Hornady V-Max bullet with its signature polymer tip. Primarily designed for varmint control and long-range target shooting, this Ammunition delivers the flat trajectory, explosive expansion, and consistent accuracy demanded by hunters and precision enthusiasts. The 204 Ruger caliber itself is a modern cartridge known for its high velocity, minimal recoil, and exceptional downrange energy transfer, making this Hornady load an ideal choice for managing predators and small pests at extended distances.

Key Features

• Hornady V-Max Polymer Tip Bullet: The defining feature, this 40-grain bullet incorporates a polymer tip that serves multiple critical functions. It enhances aerodynamic efficiency for a higher ballistic coefficient, initiates rapid and devastating expansion on impact, and ensures consistent seating for improved accuracy.
• Superformance Propellant Technology: Hornady’s proprietary powder blend is engineered to provide increased velocity—typically 100-200 fps more than standard loads—without a corresponding spike in pressure, resulting in a flatter trajectory and extended effective range.
• High-Quality, Reloadable Brass: Each cartridge features new production, non-corrosive brass cases with Boxer primers. This construction is not only reliable for immediate use but also provides excellent brass for handloaders seeking to replicate or fine-tune performance.
• Optimized 40-Grain Weight: The 40-grain projectile is an optimal weight for the 204 Ruger cartridge, balancing high muzzle velocity with stable flight characteristics and explosive terminal performance on small to medium-sized varmints.
• 500-Round Case Quantity: Supplied in a bulk 500-round case, this package offers significant value for high-volume shooters, allowing for extensive range sessions or extended field use without frequent reordering.
• Consistent Manufacturing: As factory-new ammunition from Hornady, every round meets stringent quality control standards, ensuring lot-to-lot consistency in velocity, pressure, and point of impact, which is crucial for precision shooting.

Performance & Applications

The Hornady Superformance Varmint 204 Ruger load excels in specific, practical scenarios where its technical attributes are fully utilized. For the varmint hunter pursuing prairie dogs, ground squirrels, or coyotes, the combination of the V-Max bullet and Superformance powder is decisive. The high velocity translates to a very flat trajectory, reducing holdover estimation errors at ranges of 300 yards and beyond. Upon impact, the polymer tip drives back into the lead core, causing the bullet to fragment violently for immediate, ethical kills and minimal pelt damage on fur-bearing predators.

For the precision shooter or someone conducting long-range target practice, this ammunition offers a cost-effective and consistent training solution. The inherent accuracy of the load, driven by the uniform propellant and bullet seating, allows shooters to practice wind reading and trajectory management with a low-recoil cartridge, preserving barrel life compared to larger calibers. It is an excellent choice for verifying rifle zero, practicing fundamentals, and engaging steel targets at extended ranges where wind drift becomes a primary challenge.

About Ruger

While the ammunition is produced by Hornady, a leader in ballistic innovation, it is designed for the 204 Ruger cartridge—a caliber developed through a collaboration between Hornady and Sturm, Ruger & Co. Ruger’s role in this partnership underscores its deep expertise in firearm and cartridge design. As one of America’s most respected firearm manufacturers, Ruger has built a reputation for engineering reliable, practical, and innovative firearms and cartridges since 1949. The 204 Ruger cartridge itself is a testament to this, designed from the outset to maximize case capacity and aerodynamic efficiency. Choosing ammunition for a Ruger-designed cartridge, especially from a manufacturer like Hornady, ensures you are utilizing a system developed with a comprehensive understanding of ballistic performance and real-world application.

Why Buy From F1 Firearms AR-15

Selecting a reliable source for ammunition is as critical as choosing the ammunition itself. At our Spring, TX facility, F1 Firearms AR-15 operates with a focus on the technical needs of shooters. We understand that components like this Hornady Superformance ammo are integral to your system’s performance. Our team is composed of individuals who use the products we sell, providing informed perspectives rather than just transactional service. We prioritize secure packaging, prompt logistics, and inventory transparency, ensuring your order for specialized ammunition like this 500-round case is handled with the attention to detail that serious shooting demands.

Make Your Decision

If your requirements call for a high-velocity, accurate, and terminally effective varmint cartridge, this Hornady Superformance load represents a top-tier factory option. The 500-round case provides substantial value for dedicated use. Its design—from the polymer-tipped V-Max bullet to the pressure-optimized powder charge—is a coherent package engineered for a specific purpose. Consider this ammunition for your next outing where extended range, consistent point of impact, and reliable expansion are non-negotiable. For any technical questions regarding compatibility with your specific 204 Ruger platform, our team at F1 Firearms AR-15 in Spring, TX, is ready to assist.

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