I've debated whether to put this up & possibly look like a total idiot & get some opinions on an idea or...

Obviously the "or" isn't important now.

Is it possible to pull the bullet from a 22LR and place a 22 cal V-MAX 40 gr bullet in its place? & do you think it will enhance accuracy & knock down power.
  • The 40 gr V-MAX is a BT with a ballistic coefficient of 0.200
  • The flat base 35gr has a bal coe. of just .109. I assume 22LR bullets are worse than this.
  • So, I'm thinking the 40 gr should fly flatter & lose less velocity. Is this a valid assumption?
  • Wikipedia says a 22LR bullet should .222" diameter, the V-Max is .224 dia. Problem?
  • OA length may be an issue. Hornady doesn't show the bullet's length. Might be too long depending how far the V-MAX can be inserted into the case. This could be a show stopper.
  • Will the V-MAX expand at 22LR velocities?
  • THE BIGGY - how can I SAFELY get the V-MAX into the casing?
Yeah, it's probably a stupid idea based just on the last bullet. But it's in my head and won't go away now...

But, what are your thoughts?

Anyone have a few 40gr 22 cal bullets I can get to see if this feasible?

Thanks.

Leo