Hornady 17 HM2 ammo delivers high-performance rimfire shooting with a 17 grain V-MAX projectile designed for shooters using the .17 Hornady Mach 2 cartridge. Part of Hornady’s Varmint Express Rimfire line, this load is built for consistent accuracy and explosive expansion in varmint and small game applications.
The .17 Mach 2 is a specialized rimfire cartridge known for its flat trajectory compared with traditional .22 LR loads. This 17 HM2 ammunition provides shooters with a lightweight, high-velocity option for compatible rifles where precision and reduced recoil are priorities.
Hornady’s 17 grain V-MAX bullet design makes this ammunition a popular choice among rimfire enthusiasts who want more performance from a small-caliber platform. Whether used for pest control, target shooting, or recreational rimfire shooting, this load offers the quality expected from Hornady ammunition.
Key Features:
- .17 Hornady Mach 2 rimfire cartridge
- 17 grain V-MAX projectile
- Hornady Varmint Express ammunition
- Designed for compatible 17 HM2 firearms
- 50-round factory packaging
When selecting Hornady 17 Mach 2 ammo, shooters should confirm their firearm chambering because .17 HM2 and .17 HMR are different rimfire cartridges and are not interchangeable.
Product Data Table
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hornady |
| Product Line | Varmint Express Rimfire |
| Item Number | H83177 |
| Caliber | .17 Mach 2 (HM2) |
| Bullet Weight | 17 Grain |
| Bullet Type | V-MAX Polymer Tip |
| Cartridge Type | Rimfire |
| Application | Varmint, small game, target shooting |
| Quantity | 50 Rounds |
Hornady identifies item H83177 as a .17 Mach 2 load using a 17 grain V-MAX bullet with 50 cartridges per box.



