{"product_id":"hornady-204-ruger-superformance-varmint-40gr-v-max-ammo","title":"Hornady .204 Ruger Superformance Varmint 40gr V-Max Ammo","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the cutting-edge performance of Hornady's .204 Ruger Superformance Varmint ammunition, featuring the precision-engineered 40gr V-Max bullet. This high-velocity round delivers devastating accuracy and terminal performance for varmint hunters and precision shooters alike. With an impressive muzzle velocity of 3900 fps, this load offers flat trajectories and exceptional downrange energy, making it ideal for taking down small to medium-sized varmints at extended ranges. The V-Max bullet's polymer tip and boat-tail design ensure match-grade accuracy, while its thin jacket and soft lead core promote rapid expansion upon impact. Whether you're managing predators or participating in competitive varmint shoots, this Hornady Superformance load provides the speed, precision, and terminal performance needed to excel in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px; font-size: 24px;\"\u003eHornady .204 Ruger Superformance Varmint 40gr V-Max Highlights:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 20px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ff6600; color: white;\"\u003e \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; font-size: 18px; text-align: left;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold; width: 40%;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eHornady\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eSuperformance Varmint\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCaliber\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/rifle-ammo\/204-ruger\/\"\u003e.204 Ruger\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBullet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e40 grains\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBullet Type\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eV-Max\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMuzzle Velocity\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e3900 fps\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMuzzle Energy\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e1351 ft-lbs\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBallistic Coefficient\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e.275\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSectional Density\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e.137\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRounds Per Box\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eVarmint Hunting, Target Shooting\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 0px;\"\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; color: #666;\"\u003eThe Hornady .204 Ruger Superformance Varmint ammunition offers exceptional performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for varmint hunting and precision shooting. Here's a breakdown of its key features:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003cth style=\"padding: 15px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth style=\"padding: 15px; text-align: left; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eSuperformance Propellant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced velocity and flatter trajectory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eProvides increased range and reduced wind drift\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eV-Max Bullet Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolymer tip and boat-tail configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eEnsures match-grade accuracy and rapid expansion\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eHigh Ballistic Coefficient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e.275 BC for 40gr bullet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eMaintains velocity and energy at longer ranges\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eExplosive Terminal Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRapid expansion upon impact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eDelivers devastating results on varmints\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eConsistent Manufacturing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHornady's quality control standards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eEnsures reliable performance and consistent accuracy\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eApplications \u0026amp; Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; color: #666;\"\u003eThe Hornady .204 Ruger Superformance Varmint ammunition is designed for various hunting and shooting scenarios, particularly excelling in varmint control and precision shooting:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: space-between; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"width: 48%; margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #ff6600; color: white; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarmint Hunting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px;\"\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #34495e;\"\u003eIdeal for various varmint species:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 0; list-style-type: none;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; display: flex; align-items: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #27ae60; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003ePrairie Dogs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; display: flex; align-items: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #27ae60; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eGround Squirrels\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; display: flex; align-items: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #27ae60; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eCoyotes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; display: flex; align-items: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #27ae60; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eFoxes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"width: 48%; margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #ff6600; color: white; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px;\"\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #34495e;\"\u003eSuitable for additional shooting scenarios:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 0; list-style-type: none;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; display: flex; align-items: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #e74c3c; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eLong-range target shooting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; display: flex; align-items: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #e74c3c; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eCompetitive varmint shoots\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; display: flex; align-items: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #e74c3c; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003ePest control in agricultural settings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #ff6600; color: white; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px;\"\u003e \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 0; list-style-type: none; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: space-between;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"flex-basis: 48%; min-width: 200px; margin-bottom: 15px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #3498db; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px; font-size: 20px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #34495e;\"\u003eExceptional velocity for flat trajectories\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"flex-basis: 48%; min-width: 200px; margin-bottom: 15px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #3498db; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px; font-size: 20px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #34495e;\"\u003eHigh ballistic coefficient reduces wind drift\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"flex-basis: 48%; min-width: 200px; margin-bottom: 15px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #3498db; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px; font-size: 20px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #34495e;\"\u003eDevastating terminal performance on varmints\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"flex-basis: 48%; min-width: 200px; margin-bottom: 15px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #3498db; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px; font-size: 20px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #34495e;\"\u003eMatch-grade accuracy for precision shooting\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: center; width: 100%; padding: 20px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; padding: 0; max-width: 1000px; width: 100%;\"\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 40px; text-align: left;\"\u003ePros and Cons\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"width: calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"color: #4caf50; text-align: center; font-size: 24px;\"\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Velocity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3900 fps provides flat trajectories and extended effective range.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHigh Ballistic Coefficient:\u003c\/strong\u003e .275 BC ensures excellent downrange performance and reduced wind drift.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVersatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Effective for various varmint species and long-range target shooting.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eExplosive Terminal Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e V-Max bullet design ensures rapid expansion on impact.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCost-Effective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers high performance at a reasonable price point.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"width: calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"color: #f44336; text-align: center; font-size: 24px;\"\u003eCons\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLimited Caliber Availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only available in .204 Ruger, which may not be as common as other calibers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOverpowered for Some Game:\u003c\/strong\u003e May be excessive for very small varmints at close range.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWind Sensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Despite high BC, the light bullet weight can still be affected by strong winds.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecialized Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not suitable for larger game or general-purpose shooting.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eAbout Hornady:\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eFounded in 1949 by Joyce Hornady, this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/laws\/nebraska\/\"\u003eNebraska\u003c\/a\u003e-based company has become a powerhouse in the ammunition and reloading industry. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/hornady\/\"\u003eHornady's\u003c\/a\u003e commitment to innovation is evident in their cutting-edge bullet designs and propellant technologies, such as the Superformance line. With a reputation for producing some of the most accurate and reliable ammunition on the market, Hornady continues to push the boundaries of ballistic performance. Their products cater to a wide range of shooters, from varmint hunters to long-range competitors, always prioritizing quality and precision. The company's motto, \"Accurate, Deadly, Dependable,\" reflects their unwavering dedication to providing shooters with ammunition they can trust in the field and on the range.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Black Basin","offers":[{"title":"20","offer_id":48338777374820,"sku":"090255832068-20","price":28.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60","offer_id":48510122492004,"sku":"090255832068-60","price":73.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":48510122524772,"sku":"090255832068-100","price":116.08,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200","offer_id":48338777407588,"sku":"090255832068-200","price":224.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500","offer_id":48338777440356,"sku":"090255832068-500","price":537.06,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000","offer_id":48510122557540,"sku":"090255832068-1000","price":1192.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/6625\/6996\/files\/AHDY83206.gif?v=1777469295","url":"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/products\/hornady-204-ruger-superformance-varmint-40gr-v-max-ammo","provider":"Black Basin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}