.22 Hornet (Alliant Reloaders Guide 2008)

.22 Hornet (Alliant Reloaders Guide 2008)

The 2008 edition of the Alliant Reloaders Guide reflects modern improvements in powder technology and component tolerances, and includes updated .22 Hornet load recipes that emphasize consistency, safety margins, and accurate performance. The guide compiles tested loads for varying bullet weights and pressurized ranges to help reloaders work with confidence using Alliant’s line of powders.

In the Alliant guide, the .22 Hornet is assigned recipes using powders that meter well and burn cleanly in small cases—such as 300-MP (Power Pro) and Reloder 7. For example, the .22 Hornet section includes a load with a 40-grain bullet over 300-MP, with a maximum charge of about **11.7 grains** yielding ~2,944 fps in a 24" test barrel.

The guide’s .22 Hornet data generally provides both a recommended starting charge—reduced by 10 % from maximum—and a maximum load value, along with expected velocities and safety notes. This format supports reloaders in gradually climbing to best performance while watching for pressure signs.

Because the .22 Hornet is sensitive to small charge increments and component variables, the Alliant guide reinforces the importance of brass prep, primer choice, consistent seating depth, and monitoring for possible pressure indicators. The guide suggests reducing the published rifle or handgun loads by 10 % when using them as starting points.

Overall, the *Alliant Reloaders Guide 2008* gives a reliable and modern perspective on the .22 Hornet, letting reloaders apply the benefits of newer powders and empirical testing without losing the cartridge’s classic versatility and reputation for mild recoil and effective performance. With careful tuning, the Hornet remains a dependable choice for varmint hunters and precision shooters alike.

Source: Wolfe Publishing & Alliant Reloaders Guide 2008 (Alliant catalog)