Originally Posted by Mule Deer
I have shot quite a few Hornady .224 40-grain V-Maxs and Varmaggedon Tips at ground squirrels and prairie dogs in several cartridges from the .22 Hornet to .223 Remington. Both work very well, but the finest accuracy often depends on the specific rifle.
Is the 40 gr weight the one you most prefer for PD's?

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