{"product_id":"hornady-6mm-creedmoor-varmint-express-87gr-v-max-ammo","title":"Hornady 6mm Creedmoor Varmint Express 87gr V-Max Ammo","description":"\u003cp\u003eElevate your varmint hunting game with Hornady's 6mm Creedmoor Varmint Express, a round that epitomizes balance and performance. Featuring the wind-bucking 6mm Creedmoor case and a lethal 87gr V-Max projectile, this ammunition offers an ideal compromise between flat trajectory and terminal effectiveness. The V-Max bullet's polymer tip and boat-tail design contribute to its impressive .400 ballistic coefficient, allowing it to retain velocity and energy far downrange. With a muzzle velocity of 3210 fps and energy of 1990 ft-lbs, these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/rifle-ammo\/\"\u003erifle rounds\u003c\/a\u003e pack a serious punch, ensuring clean, ethical harvests on varmints and predators. Hornady's meticulous manufacturing process, including carefully matched powders and primers, guarantees shot-to-shot consistency that translates to tighter groups and increased confidence 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 6mm Creedmoor Varmint Express 87gr 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;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/hornady\/\"\u003eHornady\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eVarmint Express\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\/6mm-creedmoor\/\"\u003e6mm Creedmoor\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;\"\u003e87 gr\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;\"\u003e3210 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;\"\u003e1990 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.400\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.210\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\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 6mm Creedmoor Varmint Express ammunition offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for varmint hunting and long-range 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;\"\u003eV-MAX Bullet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolymer tip and thin jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eEnsures rapid expansion and fragmentation upon impact\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 Velocity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3210 fps muzzle velocity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eProvides flat trajectory and extended effective range\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;\"\u003eConsistent Powder Charge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized for performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eEnsures consistent pressure, velocity, and accuracy\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;\"\u003eSelect Brass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-quality case construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eOffers reliable feeding and corrosion resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eMatched Primers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable ignition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eEnsures complete and consistent powder burn\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 6mm Creedmoor Varmint Express ammunition is designed for various hunting scenarios, particularly excelling in varmint control and long-range 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\u003eGroundhogs\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\u003ePrecision rifle competitions\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\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;\"\u003eHigh velocity ensures 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;\"\u003eV-MAX bullet design for explosive expansion\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;\"\u003eExcellent accuracy for long-range shots\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;\"\u003eConsistent performance across various temperatures\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\u003eHigh Velocity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3210 fps provides excellent range and flat trajectory for long-range varmint hunting.\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\u003eV-MAX Bullet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers rapid expansion and fragmentation for devastating terminal performance on varmints.\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 .400 BC ensures excellent wind resistance and energy retention at long ranges.\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 Suitable 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\u003eConsistent Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carefully matched components ensure shot-to-shot consistency.\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\u003eCost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium ammunition comes at a higher price point compared to standard loads.\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 smaller 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\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e May be less readily available than more common varmint 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\u003eRecoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Higher velocity can result in increased felt recoil compared to lighter varmint loads.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cstyle\u003e @media (max-width: 768px) {     div[style*=\"width: calc(50% - 10px);\"] {         width: 100% !important;     }     div[style*=\"justify-content: space-between;\"] {         justify-content: center !important; 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Based in Grand Island, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/laws\/nebraska\/\"\u003eNebraska\u003c\/a\u003e, Hornady has built a reputation for innovation, quality, and performance that spans over seven decades. Their commitment to producing high-performance ammunition for hunters, shooters, and law enforcement professionals has made them one of the most respected names in the business. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and a relentless focus on research and development, Hornady continues to push the boundaries of ballistic technology, ensuring that each round meets the highest standards of accuracy, consistency, and terminal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Black Basin","offers":[{"title":"20","offer_id":48338643877988,"sku":"090255813937-20","price":40.06,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60","offer_id":48509902389348,"sku":"090255813937-60","price":114.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":48338643910756,"sku":"090255813937-100","price":187.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200","offer_id":48338643943524,"sku":"090255813937-200","price":365.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500","offer_id":48509902422116,"sku":"090255813937-500","price":877.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000","offer_id":48509902454884,"sku":"090255813937-1000","price":1771.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/6625\/6996\/files\/AHDY81393.jpg?v=1777468994","url":"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/products\/hornady-6mm-creedmoor-varmint-express-87gr-v-max-ammo","provider":"Black Basin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}