Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
For shooters demanding repeatable accuracy on prairie dogs, ground squirrels, and coyotes at 200+ yards, the Nosler Varmageddon 222 Remington 40-grain polymer tip delivers flat trajectory and violent expansion on impact. Engineered around Nosler’s tipped flat-base design, this 222 Remington varmint ammo achieves 3400 fps muzzle velocity and maintains a ballistic coefficient of 0.211 — tight groups and minimal wind drift across the prairie.
Built for the Box
The 40-grain Varmageddon bullet uses a polymer tip to initiate rapid expansion on thin-skinned varmints while the flat base design stabilizes cleanly in faster twist barrels. Nosler seats each projectile in boxer-primed brass cases — reloadable for handloaders tracking lot-to-lot consistency. Non-corrosive primers and quality case prep ensure reliable ignition across temperature swings.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 222 Remington |
| Bullet weight | 40 grains |
| Bullet type | Nosler Varmageddon polymer tip |
| Muzzle velocity | 3400 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 1026 ft-lbs |
| Ballistic coefficient (G1) | 0.211 |
| Sectional density | 0.114 |
| Rounds per box | 20 |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | Nosler |
Sold in 20-round boxes. This load pairs with bolt-action varmint rifles and AR platforms chambered in 222 Remington — verify chamber specs and magazine compatibility before ordering in volume.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Follow the four rules of firearm safety — treat every firearm as loaded, keep muzzle pointed in safe direction, finger off trigger until ready to fire, identify target and what is beyond it. Read our full safety guide.
- Verify current federal, state, and local ammunition regulations before purchasing — some jurisdictions restrict certain bullet types or calibers.
- This ammunition contains lead — handle with care, wash hands after range sessions, and follow California Proposition 65 warnings for products containing lead exposure risk.
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