Ammo Reports Team
At a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CCI |
| Cartridge | 17 HMR |
| Product Line | V-Max |
| Primary Use | Varmint and small game hunting |
| Bullet Type | Hornady V-Max polymer tip |
| Bullet Weight | 17 gr |
| Case | Brass (rimfire – action-length class not applicable) |
| Primer | Rimfire – neither Boxer nor Berdan |
| Packaging | 50 rounds per box |
| Typical Price | ~$21–23 / box (~$0.43 per round) |
| Closest Competitors | Winchester Supreme 17 HMR 17 gr V-Max · Hornady Varmint Express 17 HMR 17 gr V-Max · 17 HMR – Federal Premium V-Shok 17 gr V-Max |
Official Specs
Verified manufacturer specifications for this exact factory load. Missing values were not calculated.
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Muzzle Velocity | 2,550 fps | Current CCI manufacturer data |
| Muzzle Energy | 245 ft-lbs | Current CCI manufacturer data |
| Bullet Weight | 17 gr | Current CCI manufacturer data |
| Bullet Type | Hornady V-Max polymer tip | Current CCI manufacturer data |
| BC G1 | .128 | Current CCI manufacturer data |
| BC G7 | — | Not found in verified official manufacturer sources |
| Manufacturer SKU | 0049 | Current CCI manufacturer data |
| UPC | 076683000491 | Current CCI manufacturer data |
| Case Material | Brass | Current CCI manufacturer data |
| Primer | Rimfire – neither Boxer nor Berdan | Rimfire cartridge design |
| Reloadable | No – not conventionally reloadable | Rimfire cartridge design |
Not verified: G7 BC, test barrel length. These fields remain blank where applicable.
Ballistics Table
Official CCI data. 100-yard zero, 1.5-inch sight height. CCI also publishes a 75-yard row; this table follows the requested 50-yard spacing. Blank cells were not published.
| Distance (yd) | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Trajectory (in) | 10 mph Wind Drift (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2550 | 245 | — | — |
| 50 | 2220 | 186 | 0.1 | — |
| 100 | 1915 | 138 | 0 | — |
| 150 | — | — | — | — |
| 200 | — | — | — | — |
| 250 | — | — | — | — |
| 300 | — | — | — | — |
Variants
This page covers only CCI V-Max 17 HMR 17 gr Hornady V-Max polymer tip, SKU 0049. Different bullet weights, bullet designs, product lines, or SKUs are separate factory loads.
Best Uses
- Manufacturer-designated fit: Varmint and small game hunting.
- Lead restrictions: This load is not identified here as a lead-free option.
- Firearm fit: Use only in a firearm correctly marked for 17 HMR and follow the firearm maker’s ammunition guidance.
Reliability Notes
AmmoReports has no approved structured field submissions for this exact SKU yet. Manufacturer figures above are controlled test data; actual results can vary by firearm, barrel, lot, and conditions. For semi-automatic firearms, follow the ammunition and firearm manufacturers’ current instructions.
Competitors
| Published AmmoReports Load | Weight | Bullet | Official Muzzle Velocity | Relationship |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester Supreme 17 HMR 17 gr V-Max | 17 gr | Hornady V-Max polymer tip | 2,550 fps | Different factory load – compare in the same rifle |
| Hornady Varmint Express 17 HMR 17 gr V-Max | 17 gr | V-Max polymer tip | 2,550 fps | Different factory load – compare in the same rifle |
| 17 HMR – Federal Premium V-Shok 17 gr V-Max | 17 gr | Hornady V-Max polymer tip | 2,530 fps | Different factory load – compare in the same rifle |
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Price Reality
- Typical retail range: $21–23 per box of 50 (US market, 2025–2026)
- Per-round cost: approximately $0.43
- Value position: at $0.43/round this is one of the better-priced 17 gr polymer-tipped loads — cheaper than Hornady Varmint Express and Browning, comparable to Federal V-Shok
- vs. CCI VNT: essentially the same price for 100 fps less velocity — the VNT is the stronger buy on pure performance; the V-Max load makes sense if your rifle specifically groups better with it
- Fair price benchmark: under $22/box is a good deal; above $24/box is overpriced relative to the category
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FAQ
What exact factory load does this report cover?
This report covers CCI V-Max 17 HMR 17 gr Hornady V-Max polymer tip, manufacturer SKU 0049.
Are the ballistics in this article official manufacturer data?
Yes. Published manufacturer values are shown unchanged, and distances the manufacturer does not publish are left blank.
Does 17 HMR use a Boxer or Berdan primer?
Neither. 17 HMR is a rimfire cartridge. The priming compound is located in the rim rather than in a separate centerfire primer.
Can the fired 17 HMR case be reloaded?
17 HMR cases are not conventionally reloadable. The rimfire priming system is not designed for normal Boxer-primer reloading.
Submit Your Data · Real-World Results
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publishing.
Once this page reaches 3 approved submissions, aggregate velocity
and confidence level will appear here automatically.
| UPC # | Firearm | Barrel (in) | Avg Velocity (fps) | Shots | Temp (°F) | Chronograph | Lot | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Last updated: April 2026 · Data confidence: Low (0 submissions) ·
