The new Marksman Hunter ammunition was designed with the practical hunter in mind. Precision-loaded for competition-level accuracy at long range these rounds will be your reliable companion in the field. The boat tail design reduces drag ensuring a flatter trajectory and less wind drift - for those moments when precision really counts. Each bullet features a thick jacket for consistent performance on medium game with a skived bullet nose to ensure consistent expansion delivering the power you need. - Features Sierra GameKing Projectiles - Precision Loaded For Long Range Competition-Level Accuracy - Boat Tail Design For Reduced Drag Flatter Trajectory And Less Wind Drift - Thick Jacket For Reliable Performance On Medium Game - Skived Bullet Nose For Consistent Expansion - Caliber 243 Win - Grain Weight 85 Grain - Qty Per Package 20 - Test Barrel Length (in) 24.0 ± 1/16 - Muzzle Velocity 3200 fps - Muzzle Energy 1932 ft-lb - Ballistic Coefficient (G1) 0.311
Caliber Dictionary
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Introduced in 1955, the 243 Winchester is based on the 308 Winchester case necked down. It was the first commercial cartridge added to the "308 family," with a 2.045-inch case designed to fit into Winchester's Model 88 lever action and short bolt actions. Winchester saw it as a combination "varmint and big-game" round, with an 80-grain varmint bullet at 3550 feet per second and a 100-grain deer bullet at 2960. Apparently the public saw it the same way; the 243 Winchester is the world's most popular 6mm cartridge, with current loadings running from a 55-grain varmint load at nearly 4000 fps to 108 grains. 6mm bullets hold up better in wind than smaller calibers, so the 243 remains a favorite for long-range varminting. With heavier bullets it is very effective on deer-sized game. Its attributes are accuracy, light recoil, and deadly effect; it is a standard choice for beginning hunters. Because of its popularity factory loads are legion, and most rifle manufacturers offer it. — Craig Boddington
