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H&N Sport · Slug

Slug HP Heavy

Caliber.22Weight40 grTypeSlugShapeHollowpointPack120 ct

Specifications

Manufacturer
H&N Sport
Product
H&N Slug HP Heavy, .218 Cal., 40 Grains, Hollowpoint, 120ct
Family
Slug HP Heavy
Projectile type
Slug
Material
Lead or lead alloy
Caliber
.22
Caliber (in)
0.218
Caliber (mm)
5.54
Weight
40 gr
Shape
Hollowpoint
Pack count
120

Energy by velocity

Muzzle energy this projectile carries at common airgun velocities, useful for matching it to your rifle and to honest hunting ranges.

700 fps43.5 ft·lb
800 fps56.9 ft·lb
900 fps72 ft·lb
1000 fps88.8 ft·lb

Hunting & suitability

Primary purpose
PCP slug / long-range or hunting
Target use
Good in slug-capable PCP only
Hunting use
Conditional
Ethical game band
Small game; slug-capable PCP required
Suggested min muzzle energy
30 ft·lb
Suggested max range
Often up to 50-75 yd in accurate rifles; confirm retained energy
Game examples
squirrel, rabbit, prairie dog, pest birds; heavier slugs only in PCPs

Projectile alone does not establish ethical use; confirm legal species, rifle FPE, retained energy, accuracy, and shot placement. Hollowpoints are generally preferred where expansion and energy transfer matter.

Notes

PCP-oriented; verify barrel diameter/twist and magazine length.