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Nielsen Specialty Ammo · Slug

NSA Hollowpoint Slug

Caliber.22Weight17.5 grTypeSlugShapeHollowpointPack300 ct

Specifications

Manufacturer
Nielsen Specialty Ammo
Product
NSA Hollowpoint Slug .2155 Cal, 17.5gr, 300ct
Family
NSA Hollowpoint Slug
Projectile type
Slug
Material
Lead or lead alloy
Caliber
.22
Exact diameter
.2155
Caliber (in)
0.2155
Caliber (mm)
5.47
Weight
17.5 gr
Shape
Hollowpoint
Pack count
300

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 fps19 ft·lb
800 fps24.9 ft·lb
900 fps31.5 ft·lb
1000 fps38.9 ft·lb

Hunting & suitability

Primary purpose
Hunting / long-range field use
Target use
Good in slug-capable PCPs after barrel testing
Hunting use
Good where legal and where rifle proves accuracy/energy
Ethical game band
Small game 2-20 lb
Suggested min muzzle energy
10 ft·lb
Suggested max range
Often up to 50-75 yd in accurate rifles; confirm retained energy
Game examples
squirrel, rabbit, hare, prairie dog, pheasant, turkey where legal

Projectile alone does not establish ethical use; confirm legal species, rifle FPE, retained energy, accuracy, expansion/penetration, and shot placement. Slugs require barrel fit and enough PCP power to stabilize.