Lindcott Armory Compare / .17 Ackley Hornet vs .22 K-Hornet
Cartridge comparison
.17 Ackley Hornet vs .22 K-Hornet
.17 Ackley Hornet is faster (3,900 vs 3,150 fps); .22 K-Hornet carries more energy (950 vs 800 ft·lb).
.17 Ackley Hornet →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.22 K-Hornet →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .17 Ackley Hornet | .22 K-Hornet | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1952 | 1940 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.172″ | 0.224″ |
| Case length | 1.403″ | 1.403″ |
| Velocity | 3,600–3,900 fps | 2,800–3,150 fps |
| Energy | 650–800 ft·lb | 650–950 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 46,000 psi | 46,000 psi |
| Recoil | 3.5–5.5 ft·lb | 3.5–5.5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 200 yd | 250 yd |
FAQs
- Is .17 Ackley Hornet faster than .22 K-Hornet?
- .17 Ackley Hornet is faster — up to 3,900 fps versus 3,150 fps.
- Does .17 Ackley Hornet hit harder than .22 K-Hornet?
- .22 K-Hornet carries more muzzle energy (950 vs 800 ft·lb).