Elevate Your Varmint Hunting: The Barnes Varmint Grenade .224 36 gr Flat Base Hollow Point (UPC: 716876224364)

For dedicated varmint hunters, precision pest control operators, and advanced reloaders seeking unparalleled terminal performance and environmental responsibility, the Barnes Varmint Grenade in .224 caliber, 36 grain, flat base hollow point is an indispensable choice. This revolutionary bullet, identified by its UPC 716876224364 and SKU 30171, represents a pinnacle in lead-free bullet technology, engineered for specific, high-stakes applications where accuracy, violent energy transfer, and minimal ricochet are paramount.

Are you asking yourself, "What's the best bullet for prairie dog hunting that won't risk ricochet?" or "How can I achieve devastating terminal performance on small varmints while preserving valuable furs on larger predators like coyotes?" Perhaps you're a reloader who values consistent, sub-MOA accuracy and environmentally conscious components. The Barnes Varmint Grenade is meticulously designed to answer these critical questions, offering a unique blend of features that redefine what's possible in the varmint hunting arena.

Unpacking the Advanced Engineering of the Varmint Grenade

At the core of the Barnes Varmint Grenade's exceptional performance lies its innovative construction. Unlike traditional lead-core bullets, the Varmint Grenade features a lead-free copper-tin powdered metal core enveloped by a precision-drawn gilding metal jacket. This isn't merely an eco-friendly alternative; it's a fundamental re-imagining of bullet dynamics, particularly at the extreme velocities common in modern varmint cartridges.

Originally developed for rigorous military applications, where predictable fragmentation and reduced ricochet were critical, this design translates directly into superior performance for civilian use. The hollow-cavity, flat-base bullet profile is optimized for consistent seating and outstanding stability across a wide range of muzzle velocities, ensuring that your long-range shots connect precisely.

Key Performance Attributes for the Discerning Hunter and Reloader

• Ultra-High Velocity Stability: One of the most significant challenges for lightweight, high-velocity bullets is maintaining structural integrity as they exit fast-twist barrels. The Varmint Grenade's unique copper-tin powdered metal core, combined with its robust gilding metal jacket, allows it to remain perfectly intact at extreme rotational speeds and velocities, preventing premature disintegration or "blowing up" in flight. This ensures that the bullet reaches its target with all its energy potential.
• Devastating Terminal Performance: The term "Varmint Grenade" is no exaggeration. Upon impact, the bullet's highly frangible core fragments violently and instantaneously. This rapid, explosive energy transfer means that small varmints like ground squirrels, gophers, and prairie dogs are virtually vaporized, even at extended ranges. The complete expenditure of energy within the target minimizes the risk of dangerous ricochets, making it an ideal choice for areas where over-penetration could pose a safety concern.
• Unmatched Pelt Preservation: For hunters targeting larger furbearers such as bobcats, coyotes, and foxes, the Varmint Grenade offers a crucial advantage. Because the bullet expends all its energy so quickly and efficiently within the animal, it seldom exits. This characteristic is vital for preserving valuable pelts, as it eliminates large exit wounds that can devalue a hide. Trappers and hunters who rely on the quality of their furs will find this feature indispensable.
• Exceptional Accuracy and Precision: Barnes Bullets are renowned for their meticulous manufacturing processes, and the Varmint Grenade is no exception. Shooters consistently report sniper-like accuracy, often achieving sub-MOA groups with properly developed loads. The bullet's flat base contributes to this inherent accuracy, promoting stable flight characteristics.
• Environmental Responsibility: As a lead-free projectile, the Varmint Grenade is an excellent choice for hunting in areas where lead contamination is a concern, or for hunters who prioritize a minimal environmental footprint. This aligns with a growing demand for sustainable hunting practices without compromising on performance.

Optimizing Your Reloads: Seating Depth Matters

For reloaders, maximizing the performance of the Barnes Varmint Grenade involves understanding its unique characteristics. Barnes specifically recommends that the Varmint Grenade achieves its best accuracy results when seated off the lands and grooves by .020 inches.

What does this mean for you?

• Understanding "Lands and Grooves": These are the raised and recessed parts of a rifle barrel's rifling.
• Bullet Seating Depth: This refers to how deep the bullet is seated into the cartridge case, which determines the overall cartridge length (OAL).
• "Off the Lands": Seating a bullet slightly away from the rifling lands means there's a small jump before the bullet engages the rifling. For the Varmint Grenade, this specific clearance (the .020" "jump") helps the bullet enter the rifling consistently and align perfectly, leading to superior accuracy.

Experienced reloaders will measure their chamber's specific dimensions to determine the optimal seating depth for their rifle, ensuring that they can take full advantage of the Varmint Grenade's inherent precision. Tools like bullet comparators and OAL gauges are invaluable for achieving this precise measurement. This attention to detail in your reloading process will unlock the full potential of these highly accurate bullets.

Applications and Scenarios: Where the Varmint Grenade Shines

The Barnes Varmint Grenade is specifically engineered for situations demanding precision, high-speed energy transfer, and minimal environmental impact. Consider these prime applications:

• Prairie Dog Towns: In large prairie dog colonies, volume shooting is common. The Varmint Grenade's frangibility minimizes ricochet potential, enhancing safety for multiple shooters and reducing collateral damage to the environment. Its explosive terminal performance ensures quick, humane kills.
• Ground Squirrel and Gopher Eradication: For agricultural pest control or managing small rodent populations, the Varmint Grenade offers reliable and efficient results, instantly neutralizing targets without risking over-penetration into valuable land or structures.
• Coyote and Bobcat Hunting: When preserving the hide is paramount, the Varmint Grenade's ability to expend all its energy within the animal and rarely exit is a game-changer. This makes it a preferred choice for trappers and hunters who rely on the market value of pristine pelts.
• Target Shooting and Practice: While primarily a hunting bullet, its exceptional accuracy makes it a rewarding component for target practice, especially for those who want to hone their skills with lead-free alternatives.
• Areas with Lead Restrictions: For hunters operating in regions with mandates for lead-free ammunition, the Varmint Grenade offers a high-performance solution that complies with regulations without sacrificing knockdown power or accuracy.

Why Choose Barnes Bullets? A Legacy of Innovation

Barnes Bullets has long been recognized as a leader in monolithic and lead-free bullet technology. Their commitment to innovation and quality has earned them a reputation for producing some of the most advanced hunting and shooting components available. The Varmint Grenade is a testament to this legacy, demonstrating their ability to engineer specialized projectiles that meet the unique demands of specific applications. When you choose Barnes, you're investing in decades of ballistic research, precision manufacturing, and a relentless pursuit of performance.

The Barnes Varmint Grenade .224 36 gr Flat Base Hollow Point (UPC: 716876224364) is more than just a bullet; it's a strategic advantage for the modern varmint hunter and reloader. Its blend of ultra-high velocity stability, devastating frangible performance, pelt preservation, and environmental responsibility positions it as a top-tier choice for those who demand the absolute best from their ammunition components.

Whether you're reloading for your favorite .22-250 Remington, .223 Remington, .220 Swift, or another .224 caliber cartridge, the Varmint Grenade will help you achieve unparalleled results in the field. Its proven track record, born from military-grade requirements and perfected for civilian hunting, assures consistent and dependable performance shot after shot. Available at DEGuns, you can trust that you are acquiring genuine Barnes quality to elevate your hunting and shooting experiences.

Barnes Varmint Grenade Specifications

Feature	Detail
Brand	Barnes Bullets
Series	Ultra High Velocity
Model	Varmint Grenade
Caliber	22 Cal (.224")
Bullet Weight	36 gr (Grains)
Bullet Type	Flat Base Hollow Point (FBHP)
OAL (Overall Length)	.697"
Ballistic Coefficient (G1)	.149
Sectional Density	.102
Core Material	Frangible Copper / Tin Powdered Metal
Jacket Material	Gilding Metal / Copper
Lead-Free	Yes
Cannelure	No
Quantity	100 Per Box
Recommended Usage	Varmint Hunting, Pest Control
SKU	30171
UPC	716876224364