Description

CCI .17 HMR 20gr Full Metal Jacket — 500 Rounds

The CCI 17 HMR FMJ is the target and small game load in the .17 HMR category.

A 20-grain Full Metal Jacket at 2,375 fps and 250 ft-lbs, designed for precision target shooting, small game where pelt integrity matters, and ranges that prohibit expanding projectiles.

At $0.45 per round for 500 rounds, this is the lower-cost practice and target option versus V-MAX varmint loads.

FMJ in .17 HMR — Why It Exists

Standard .17 HMR ammunition uses expanding bullets — V-MAX polymer tips or TNT hollow points — designed for explosive varmint terminal performance. FMJ serves different purposes.

This load serves three distinct use cases.

Target shooting: FMJ does not expand on impact. For precision rimfire shooting at paper or steel, the non-expanding bullet produces a clean, consistent hole without the variable terminal behavior of an expanding projectile.

Small game fur/pelt preservation. A V-MAX or TNT bullet destroys fur on impact — acceptable for pest control, but not for hunters preserving the pelt.

The CCI 17 HMR FMJ passes through cleanly, leaving a small wound without explosive fragmentation. For squirrel and rabbit hunting where pelt integrity matters, FMJ is the correct choice.

Range compliance. Some indoor and controlled outdoor ranges prohibit expanding or hollow-point projectiles. FMJ .17 HMR meets most such restrictions.

CCI Sure-Fire Rimfire Priming

Like all CCI rimfire ammunition, the CCI 17 HMR FMJ uses CCI’s Sure-Fire priming compound, applied uniformly around the full case rim.

Consistent rimfire priming eliminates dead-primer zones — reliable ignition in cold weather, semi-automatic cycling, and extended range sessions.

.17 HMR at 2,375 fps

The .17 HMR produces approximately 2,375 fps regardless of bullet type — FMJ or V-MAX at 20 grains run the same velocity from a standard barrel.

At 250 ft-lbs, the CCI 17 HMR FMJ delivers meaningful energy for small game at the 100–150 yard range typical of .17 HMR hunting.

Specifications

• Caliber: .17 HMR (Hornady Magnum Rimfire) — not interchangeable with .17 HM2
• Bullet: 20 grain, Full Metal Jacket
• Muzzle velocity: 2,375 fps
• Muzzle energy: 250 ft-lbs
• Application: Target shooting, small game, pelt hunting, range use
• Lead free: No
• Primer: CCI Sure-Fire rimfire (not reloadable)
• Quantity: 500 rounds (10 × 50-round boxes)

Browse the .17 HMR rimfire ammunition category. Specifications are published by SAAMI and by CCI Ammunition directly. Safe storage guidance is available from the NSSF.

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SHORT DESCRIPTION (above Add to Cart)

CCI .17 HMR. 20-grain Full Metal Jacket, 2,375 fps, 250 ft-lbs. Non-expanding — designed for precision rimfire target shooting, small game fur/pelt preservation, and ranges that prohibit expanding bullets. CCI Sure-Fire rimfire priming for consistent ignition. 500 rounds (10 × 50-round boxes). Not for general varmint use — use V-MAX or TNT for explosive terminal performance.

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💬 Before You Go — Using .17 HMR FMJ for Targets or Small Game?

Running CCI FMJ for precision rimfire or fur hunting? Leave a review with the rifle and what you’re using it for. FMJ in .17 HMR is a niche choice with a specific buyer — your use case helps the next shooter confirm they’ve found the right load. And if you came looking for a .17 HMR load we don’t carry, tell us. 🎯

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Please purchase and use ammunition responsibly and in accordance with all federal, state and local laws. Ammunition cannot be shipped to all jurisdictions — verify legal shipment to your address before ordering. Buyers must be of legal age in their jurisdiction. Not for sale to prohibited persons. Verify state and local hunting regulations before field use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why would someone choose FMJ over V-MAX for .17 HMR? Three reasons. First, target shooting — FMJ produces a clean, consistent hole in paper without the variable expansion behavior of a V-MAX. Second, pelt/fur preservation — the V-MAX and TNT bullets fragment explosively on small game, destroying the fur. FMJ passes through cleanly. Third, range compliance — some facilities prohibit expanding or hollow-point projectiles; FMJ meets most such restrictions.

Is FMJ suitable for varmint pest control? FMJ will dispatch varmints, but the non-explosive terminal behavior means less reliable immediate incapacitation on impact compared to V-MAX or TNT loads. For pest control where clean kills on prairie dogs or ground squirrels are the goal, the V-MAX is generally preferred.

What’s the difference between this and the CCI V-MAX .17 HMR? Same cartridge, same velocity (approximately 2,375 fps at 20 grains), different bullet. The V-MAX uses a polymer-tipped, thin-jacketed projectile designed to fragment on impact. This FMJ uses a copper-jacketed lead core that passes through without fragmenting. Ballistically they’re virtually identical in trajectory; the terminal behavior is completely different.

Can this be used in semi-automatic .17 HMR rifles? Yes — CCI Sure-Fire priming provides consistent ignition for reliable cycling in semi-automatic actions. Confirm your specific firearm’s ammunition requirements before use.

Is .17 HMR the same as .17 HM2? No. The .17 HMR (Hornady Magnum Rimfire) is based on the .22 WMR case. The .17 HM2 (Hornady Mach 2) is based on the smaller .22 Long Rifle Stinger case. They are different cartridges with different headspace and chamber dimensions. Not interchangeable.

Is the casing reloadable? No — rimfire cases cannot be safely reprimed and are not reloadable.

How many rounds is 500? 10 × 50-round boxes.

What’s the per-round cost? $224.99 / 500 = $0.45 per round.