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Speer Varmint .224" 50gr JSP 1029

$39.00 incl GST

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Speer, 22cal

Specifications

brand: speer
caliber: 224cal
grains: 50gr

Description

Speer Varmint .224" 50gr JSP 1029

When you’d prefer controlled expansion over explosive terminal effects, choose Speer® Varmint Soft Points. Their Spitzer tip provides both accuracy and superior terminal performance.

➼ Great on-game performance
➼ Controlled-expansion bullet that minimizes pelt damage
➼ Spitzer, soft point, flat nose and semi-Spitzer designs

 

Best Suited For

  • Varmint hunting (e.g., rabbits, foxes, coyotes, groundhogs)
  • Small game control where rapid expansion is desired
  • Popular calibers:
    • .223 Remington
    • .22-250 Remington
    • .222 Remington
  • Shooters looking for affordable, effective soft-point varmint bullets

This is a lightweight spitzer soft point (JSP) designed for fast expansion, making it highly effective on small, thin-skinned animals.

When To Use It

  • Short to medium range (0–300+ yards)
  • When you want:
    • Flat trajectory from high velocity loads
    • Explosive expansion on impact
  • Ideal for:
    • Open-field shooting
    • Pest and predator control
  • Also suitable for range practice or plinking due to affordability (though primarily a hunting bullet)

⚠️ Not recommended for:

  • Medium/large game (insufficient penetration)
  • Situations requiring deep penetration or weight retention

Technical Information

⁍ Brand: Speer
⁍ Bullet Type: Jacketed Soft Point (JSP)
⁍ Diameter: .224
⁍ Weight: 50 grains
⁍ Caliber: .224
⁍ Sectional Density: .142
⁍ Ballistic Coefficient: .231
⁍ Quantity: 100x
⁍ Part #: 1029
⁍ Usage: Small Game

FAQs

Q: Is this bullet good for deer or larger game?
A: No. It’s designed for varmints and may not penetrate deeply enough for ethical big-game hunting.

Q: How does it compare to hollow point varmint bullets?
A: JSP offers slightly more controlled expansion, while hollow points tend to be more explosive.

Q: Is it accurate?
A: Yes—especially at typical varmint ranges. Many shooters report solid accuracy with light .224 bullets.

Q: Can it be used for target shooting?
A: Yes. It’s commonly used for budget-friendly practice, though not a match-grade bullet.

Q: What twist rate works best?
A: Standard .224 rifle twist rates (1:9 to 1:12) stabilize 50gr bullets well.

Delivery & Compliance

  • Classified as a projectile (not loaded ammunition)
  • Can be shipped via standard courier within NZ
  • International shipping may be restricted depending on export/import laws

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