The Browning BXV Varmint Expansion Polymer Tip ammunition is a high-performance .22-250 Remington round designed for varmint hunting and predator control. Featuring a 50 grain polymer tip bullet, this cartridge delivers exceptional accuracy and devastating terminal performance. With a blistering muzzle velocity of 3800 fps, it offers flat trajectories and rapid expansion upon impact. The nickel-plated brass cases ensure smooth feeding and ejection, while the polymer tip enhances ballistic coefficient for improved long-range performance. This ammunition is ideal for hunters targeting coyotes, prairie dogs, and other varmints at extended ranges.
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Browning Ammunition |
| Caliber | .22-250 Remington |
| Bullet Weight | 50 grains |
| Bullet Type | Varmint Expansion Polymer Tip |
| Muzzle Velocity | 3800 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 1603 ft-lbs |
| Case Material | Nickel-Plated Brass |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Application | Varmint Hunting, Predator Control |
| HAZMAT |
Yes |
Key Features:
The Browning BXV Varmint Expansion Polymer Tip .22-250 Remington Ammunition offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for hunting and target applications. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
| Bullet Type | Varmint Expansion Polymer Tip Designed for rapid expansion and fragmentation on impact |
| Bullet Weight | 50 grains Lightweight bullet for high velocity and flat trajectory |
| Muzzle Velocity | 3800 fps Extremely high velocity for maximum range and energy transfer |
| Cartridge | .22-250 Remington Popular varmint and predator hunting cartridge |
| Case Material | Nickel-Plated Brass Corrosion-resistant and smooth feeding |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Varmint Hunting: Ideal for taking out small to medium-sized varmints such as prairie dogs, groundhogs, and coyotes at long ranges.
- Predator Control: Effective for managing predator populations on farms and ranches, particularly for species like coyotes and foxes.
- Long-Range Shooting: The high velocity and flat trajectory make this ammunition suitable for long-range varmint hunting and target shooting.
- Pest Control: Useful for eliminating destructive pests on large properties or agricultural lands.
- Competition Shooting: Can be used in varmint hunting competitions or long-range shooting events that allow .22-250 Remington cartridges.
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ High Velocity: 3810 fps muzzle velocity for flat trajectory and excellent long-range performance.
- ✔ Polymer Tip Design: Enhances accuracy and promotes rapid expansion upon impact.
- ✔ Lightweight Bullet: 50 grain bullet weight allows for high velocity while minimizing recoil.
- ✔ Varmint-Specific Load: Optimized for varmint and predator hunting applications.
- ✔ Nickel-Plated Brass: Provides improved corrosion resistance and smoother feeding.
Cons
- ✘ Limited Versatility: Specialized for varmint hunting, may not be ideal for larger game.
- ✘ Wind Drift: Lightweight bullet may be more susceptible to wind drift at longer ranges.
- ✘ Overpenetration Risk: Potential issue with smaller varmints at close range.
- ✘ Ammunition Cost: More expensive than standard ammunition.
About Browning Ammunition:
Browning Ammunition, a division of the renowned Browning Arms Company, carries forward the legacy of innovation and quality established by John Moses Browning in 1878. While Browning is primarily known for its firearms, the company expanded into ammunition production to provide shooters with cartridges that match the excellence of their guns. Browning Ammunition is manufactured by Winchester Ammunition, leveraging over 150 years of ammunition expertise. The ammunition is produced in Winchester's state-of-the-art facilities in East Alton, Illinois, and Oxford, Mississippi, ensuring consistent quality and performance. Browning Ammunition offers a wide range of products for hunting, target shooting, and personal defense, including their innovative BXV line designed specifically for varmint and predator hunting. The brand is committed to using premium components and advanced manufacturing techniques to deliver ammunition that meets the high standards expected by Browning enthusiasts worldwide.
