
Availability: In Stock
The Sierra Matchking .22 caliber 53-grain rifle bullets are purpose-built for precision shooting disciplines where sub-minute-of-angle accuracy is the standard, not the exception. Loaded in a 500-round box, these flat-base projectiles have earned their reputation on competition ranges worldwide for delivering the kind of shot-to-shot consistency that separates winners from the rest of the field. Whether you're hand-loading for a dedicated .22 target rifle, fine-tuning loads for a benchrest session, or developing ammunition for a precision small-bore discipline, the Matchking's design prioritizes accuracy above all else.
These bullets excel in controlled target environments where velocity is moderate and expansion behavior is irrelevant to performance. The 53-grain weight strikes a practical balance for .22 rifle cartridges, offering a proven platform for reloaders who demand repeatable, match-grade ammunition. Sierra's engineering in the Matchking line focuses on minimizing runout, optimizing bearing surface consistency, and maintaining tight tolerances—the fundamentals that compound into measurable accuracy advantages over a string of shots.
If you're loading for hunting or varmint work, understand that Matchking bullets are not engineered for the explosive expansion that varmint-specific designs deliver. Their conventional construction is optimized for the precision-shooting mission. But for target competition, smallbore rifle matches, or any application where your goal is to punch tight groups downrange, the Sierra Matchking delivers the accuracy credentials that have made them the choice of serious reloaders for decades.
| Caliber | .22 Cal (.224") |
| Weight | 53 Grains |
| Bullet Type | HP-Match (Hollow Point Match) |
| Base Type | Flat Base |
| Quantity | 500 Rounds |
| Sierra Part Number | #1400 |
No. While Matchking bullets are commonly used for varmint hunting, they're not recommended for most hunting applications. Their design won't deliver the same reliable expansion as Sierra's purpose-built Hornet Blitz or Varminter bullets at equivalent velocities. Matchking bullets are engineered first and foremost for target competition accuracy.
The 53-grain Matchking is designed for .22 caliber rifles using the .224" bore diameter. They're commonly used in dedicated target and competition rifles where precision accuracy is the primary goal.
The MatchKing designation reflects Sierra's design philosophy for match-grade ammunition. These bullets are recognized worldwide for record-setting accuracy in target competition and precision shooting disciplines where consistency and tight grouping are essential.
Each box contains 500 bullets, making this a bulk quantity suitable for serious reloaders and competitors who shoot regularly.

SKU: 167522227 • Width: 4.3in • Height: 2.2in • Depth: 4.8in • Weight: 4.15oz





Availability: In Stock
The Sierra Matchking .22 caliber 53-grain rifle bullets are purpose-built for precision shooting disciplines where sub-minute-of-angle accuracy is the standard, not the exception. Loaded in a 500-round box, these flat-base projectiles have earned their reputation on competition ranges worldwide for delivering the kind of shot-to-shot consistency that separates winners from the rest of the field. Whether you're hand-loading for a dedicated .22 target rifle, fine-tuning loads for a benchrest session, or developing ammunition for a precision small-bore discipline, the Matchking's design prioritizes accuracy above all else.
These bullets excel in controlled target environments where velocity is moderate and expansion behavior is irrelevant to performance. The 53-grain weight strikes a practical balance for .22 rifle cartridges, offering a proven platform for reloaders who demand repeatable, match-grade ammunition. Sierra's engineering in the Matchking line focuses on minimizing runout, optimizing bearing surface consistency, and maintaining tight tolerances—the fundamentals that compound into measurable accuracy advantages over a string of shots.
If you're loading for hunting or varmint work, understand that Matchking bullets are not engineered for the explosive expansion that varmint-specific designs deliver. Their conventional construction is optimized for the precision-shooting mission. But for target competition, smallbore rifle matches, or any application where your goal is to punch tight groups downrange, the Sierra Matchking delivers the accuracy credentials that have made them the choice of serious reloaders for decades.
| Caliber | .22 Cal (.224") |
| Weight | 53 Grains |
| Bullet Type | HP-Match (Hollow Point Match) |
| Base Type | Flat Base |
| Quantity | 500 Rounds |
| Sierra Part Number | #1400 |
No. While Matchking bullets are commonly used for varmint hunting, they're not recommended for most hunting applications. Their design won't deliver the same reliable expansion as Sierra's purpose-built Hornet Blitz or Varminter bullets at equivalent velocities. Matchking bullets are engineered first and foremost for target competition accuracy.
The 53-grain Matchking is designed for .22 caliber rifles using the .224" bore diameter. They're commonly used in dedicated target and competition rifles where precision accuracy is the primary goal.
The MatchKing designation reflects Sierra's design philosophy for match-grade ammunition. These bullets are recognized worldwide for record-setting accuracy in target competition and precision shooting disciplines where consistency and tight grouping are essential.
Each box contains 500 bullets, making this a bulk quantity suitable for serious reloaders and competitors who shoot regularly.
SKU: 167522227 • Width: 4.3in • Height: 2.2in • Depth: 4.8in • Weight: 4.15oz
