Remington Golden Bullet .22 LR – Ballistics, Compatibility & Buyer Information

Remington Golden Bullet ammunition is a longstanding choice for recreational rimfire shooting and small-game hunting. The 21231 configuration packages 1,400 cartridges in a bulk bucket, each loaded with a 36-grain brass-plated hollow-point projectile and a published muzzle velocity of 1,280 FPS.

What Is Included in the 1,400-Round Bucket?

Manufacturer part number 21231 contains 1,400 rounds of .22 Long Rifle ammunition in Remington's bulk bucket packaging.

This is not the same package as the Golden Bullet 225-round or 525-round offerings. Buyers should match the manufacturer part number and UPC to the desired package quantity.

What Is the Difference Between a 36-Grain Hollow Point and a 40-Grain Round Nose?

Remington Golden Bullet ammunition is available in multiple projectile configurations.

36-Grain Brass-Plated Hollow Point: The bullet used in product 21231. Its hollow-point nose is intended for appropriate small-game and varmint applications, while the lighter projectile weight is paired with a published high-velocity load.

40-Grain Plated Round Nose: A separate Golden Bullet configuration with a rounded solid nose profile intended for general rimfire shooting applications.

Actual accuracy and reliable functioning can vary between these loads and individual firearms. The two should not be assumed to produce identical point of impact.

Is Remington Golden Bullet 21231 Lead-Free?

No. The 36-grain hollow-point projectile has a lead core covered by a brass-colored plating. The plating does not make the ammunition lead-free.

Hunters and shooters subject to nonlead ammunition restrictions should select an appropriate ammunition product that satisfies applicable regulations.

What Is the Muzzle Velocity?

Remington lists a muzzle velocity of 1,280 feet per second for the 36-grain Golden Bullet hollow-point load.

This is a high-velocity .22 LR loading. Actual muzzle velocity depends on the firearm, barrel length, ammunition lot, and environmental conditions.

Manufacturer Ballistic Performance

The following ballistic figures are published by Remington for the 36-grain Golden Bullet high-velocity hollow-point load.

These are manufacturer-published reference figures. Actual results vary with the firearm and shooting conditions.

Trajectory With a 50-Yard Zero

Remington provides the following trajectory information using a 50-yard zero and sights positioned 1.5 inches above the bore line.

Actual point of impact depends on the firearm's sight height, zero distance, barrel, ammunition, and environmental conditions.

How Does Wind Affect the 36-Grain Golden Bullet?

Lightweight rimfire projectiles can be affected noticeably by crosswinds, especially at longer distances.

Remington publishes the following wind-drift values for a 10 MPH crosswind:

These figures are reference values from Remington's ballistic calculations rather than guaranteed field results.

Will Golden Bullet Work in Semiautomatic .22 LR Firearms?

Golden Bullet is high-velocity .22 LR ammunition and may be used in compatible firearms chambered for .22 Long Rifle, including many semiautomatic rifles and pistols.

However, rimfire firearms vary in chamber dimensions, magazine design, operating characteristics, and ammunition preferences. No ammunition brand or load is guaranteed to cycle reliably in every firearm.

Check the firearm manufacturer's ammunition recommendations and confirm reliable operation with the intended load.

Is This Ammunition Subsonic?

No. Remington markets this load as high-velocity ammunition and lists a muzzle velocity of 1,280 FPS.

Its actual speed relative to the speed of sound depends on environmental conditions and the firearm used. Buyers specifically seeking consistently subsonic ammunition should choose a load manufactured and labeled for that purpose.

Is the 1,400-Round Bucket Suitable for Long-Term Storage?

Factory ammunition can remain serviceable for extended periods when stored under appropriate conditions, but a bulk bucket is not necessarily airtight or waterproof.

Store ammunition in a cool, dry, secure environment away from excessive heat, moisture, chemicals, and unauthorized access. Do not assume that the bucket provides the same environmental protection as a purpose-built sealed ammunition container.

Inspect ammunition before use and follow the manufacturer's storage and handling guidance.

Small-Game Hunting Applications

Remington lists small-game use for the 36-grain Golden Bullet hollow-point load. Its hollow-point configuration makes it relevant to hunters selecting ammunition for appropriately sized game.

Hunters should follow applicable hunting regulations and determine whether the firearm, ammunition, shooting conditions, and intended application are suitable.

Ammunition Age Verification and Shipping

Ammunition purchases are subject to applicable federal, state, and local law, carrier requirements, and Huckleberry Arms shipping policies.

Federal law generally requires purchasers of rifle ammunition from licensed dealers to be at least 18 years of age, subject to additional restrictions and circumstances. State and local laws may establish higher minimum ages, dealer-transfer requirements, identity verification, or other conditions.

Huckleberry Arms may require age or identity verification and may decline shipments that cannot be completed lawfully.

California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead and other substances known to the State of California to cause birth defects, reproductive harm, and other serious physical injury. Maintain adequate ventilation and wash hands thoroughly after exposure.

For more information, visit www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

Manufacturer Information

For current specifications and product details, visit Remington Golden Bullet 21231.