A Hot Rod .22 for the 21st Century!
Based on the legendary 6.5 Creedmoor, this cartridge was engineered for accuracy and speed. By utilizing today’s long, sleek, high-performance bullets, the 22 Creedmoor delivers ultra-flat trajectories, minimal wind deflection, and exceptional long-range performance. Not only is this round the new predator hunting king, it is equally capable when pursuing small and medium game. With low recoil and high velocity, the 22 Creedmoor is an incredible cartridge for a variety of hunting and long‑range target shooting tasks.
Product Features
Comprehensive Load Selection
- V-Match®: Purpose-built for varmint and predator hunters seeking explosive performance and match-grade precision. (#83414 - 69 gr. ELD-VT® - Muzzle Velocity: 3560 fps)
- Precision Hunter®: Delivers devastating terminal performance on deer-sized game. (#83412 - 80 gr. ELD-X® - Muzzle Velocity: 3285 fps)
- Superformance®: Monolithic copper alloy bullet for deep penetration and maximum weight retention. (#83413 - 65 gr. CX® - Muzzle Velocity: 3660 fps)
- Match™: Engineered for ultimate accuracy and consistency in competition and longrange shooting. (#83411 - 80 gr. ELD® Match - Muzzle Velocity: 3285 fps)
Creedmoor Case Advantage
Optimized for long-range performance, excellent chamber consistency, and impressive barrel life.
Flat Trajectories & High Velocities
Increases hit probability on distant targets and game.
Advanced Hornady Bullet Technology
ELD-VT®, ELD-X®, CX®, and ELD® Match bullets provide best-in-class accuracy and terminal effects.
Factory Precision
Match-grade performance right out of the box — no handloading necessary.
Performance Ready
Designed to excel in modern precision rifles for maximum versatility.
22 Creedmoor Reloading Essentials
The following 22 Creedmoor items are available in Reloading Essentials or Dies & Accessories.
- 546217: Custom Grade™ Die Set
- 046560: Full-Length Size Die
- 044127: Seating Die
- 046440: Neck Size Die
- B22C: Modified Case (B Series)
What others are saying about the
22 Creedmoor
Hornady's 22 Creedmoor Ultimate Predator Cartridge: The author fired two 22 Creedmoor factory loads. "Both achieved sub-half-MOA accuracy in less-than-ideal weather conditions. The cartridge may be the best long-range, predator cartridge ever."
— Joseph von Benedikt Shooting Times
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"The 22 Creedmoor’s ballistics make it a standout performer, particularly at long ranges. With its high velocity, energy retention, and flat trajectory, the 22 Creedmoor cartridge excels in hunting and target shooting scenarios.”
— Hop Munitions
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22 Creedmoor: A Former Wildcat That Keeps Getting Better: "The 22 CM began as a wildcat cartridge, but the ever-more popular caliber quickly gained a following thanks to its outstanding performance and now has factory support."
— Jeff Cramblit GunsAmerica
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