Browning BPR 17 HMR 17gr Polymer Tip – Accurate Varmint Rimfire Ammo, 2550 fps, 50 Rounds

Description

The Browning BPR 17 HMR 17gr Polymer Tip load gives rimfire shooters a flat-shooting, fast-expanding round for small varmints. Part of Browning’s BPR Performance Rimfire line, it pairs the .17 Hornady Magnum Rimfire case with a 17 grain polymer-tipped bullet at a rated 2550 feet per second. That speed produces a very flat trajectory out to 150 yards and beyond, and the polymer tip starts rapid expansion on impact for quick, humane kills on prairie dogs, ground squirrels, crows and similar pests.

Why Shooters Choose This 17 HMR Varmint Ammo

• 17 grain polymer-tipped bullet for rapid expansion
• Rated 2550 fps for a flat trajectory
• Well suited to prairie dogs, ground squirrels and other small varmints
• Consistent Browning components for repeatable accuracy
• Packed 50 rounds per box, Browning item B195117050

Browning BPR 17 HMR 17gr Polymer Tip Features

• Flat shooting from 50 to 150 yards and beyond
• Polymer tip helps the streamlined bullet resist wind
• Low recoil so you can spot hits through the scope
• Reliable feeding in bolt-action and semi-auto rimfires

Wind is the biggest challenge with a light .17 caliber bullet. A 10 mph crosswind can push it several inches at 150 yards, so practice reading conditions and use a scope with a ballistic reticle if you plan to stretch your shots. A stable rest, such as a bipod or bags, makes a big difference on small targets.

Clean your .17 HMR barrel periodically with the correct size brush or bore snake, since fouling builds up quickly in small bores and can affect accuracy over time.

The .17 HMR became popular because it bridges the gap between the .22 Long Rifle and centerfire varmint cartridges. It shoots much flatter than a .22 LR and hits harder at distance, yet recoil and report stay mild enough for use around farms and in areas where a centerfire would be too loud. For many landowners it is the ideal tool for keeping pest populations in check.

Ethical shot placement still matters on small game. Aim for the head or chest, wait for a clear shot with a safe backstop, and pass on moving targets you cannot track reliably through your scope. A good pair of shooting glasses and hearing protection make long sessions in a prairie dog town far more comfortable.

Specifications

• Brand: Browning Ammunition
• Product Line: BPR Performance Rimfire
• Caliber: .17 HMR
• Bullet Weight: 17 grains
• Bullet Type: Polymer tip
• Velocity: 2550 fps
• Quantity: 50 rounds
• Browning Item: B195117050
• UPC: 020892103993

Why Hunters Love Rimfire Polymer Tip Loads

A rimfire polymer tip bullet like this one combines the aerodynamic advantages of a pointed tip with explosive terminal performance. The tip helps the bullet fly true and start expanding the instant it hits, so small animals are anchored rather than wounded. For ranchers and farmers dealing with ground squirrels and prairie dog colonies, that reliability matters.

Browning has been a respected name in hunting for well over a century. Its BPR line brings the same attention to consistency to rimfire shooters, which helps you get the best accuracy your rifle is capable of.

Varmint hunters, ranchers and plinkers who own a rifle chambered in .17 HMR will get the most from this prairie dog ammo. It is designed for small game and pests, not for larger animals such as coyotes at long range. Always know your backstop, since light, fast bullets can ricochet off hard ground, and follow all federal, state and local regulations.

Store this ammunition in a cool, dry place in the original box so the lot number stays with it. Zero your scope at 100 yards and check your holdover at 150 and 200 yards, since even the flat-shooting .17 HMR drops noticeably past 150.

Browse the MAG5 Firearms ammunition selection for more rimfire loads, and visit Browning Ammunition for full product details.