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What is the best bullet for a 243 on deer?

What is the best bullet for a 243 on deer?

7 Top-Tier Hunting Bullets for the . 243 Win.

  • Lehigh Defense 60-grain Controlled Chaos. Created to fulfill a game agency’s need for a lead-free, .
  • Hornady 75-grain V-Max.
  • Sierra 85-grain HPBT GameKing.
  • Hornady 95-grain SST.
  • Berger 95-grain Classic Hunter.
  • Speer 100-grain Grand Slam.
  • Norma 100-grain Oryx.

What is the maximum effective range of a 243 Winchester?

With 115gr DTAC bullets, a . 243 rivals a 6.5-284 ballistically out to 1000 yards. Shooting 80-100 grain hunting bullets, a . 243 will anchor a buck with authority.

Is a Remington 243 a good rifle?

243 is light, small and perfect for beginning deer hunters. Big-game hunters in the western states use this rifle round on mule deer and even bear. It also might be one of the most accurate of all rifle rounds at ranges under 200 yards. However, it can also reach out there long range if needed.

What is the difference between 243 win and 243 WSSM?

The 243 WSSM is 3⁄8 in (9.5 mm) shorter than the 243 Win, giving the 243 WSSM the ability to fit in a super-short action rifle. Thus 243 WSSM rifles can be lighter, have stiffer actions and have faster actions to cycle. The 243 WSSM gives generally a 10% increase in velocity over the 243 Win.

What grain bullet can you get for 243?

243 ammunition are available with bullet weights ranging from 55 grains (3.6 g) up to 115 grains (6.8 g). Twist rate of the barrel can sometimes be a factor in deciding which bullets to use, 1:10 being the most popular as it is sufficient to stabilize up to 100 gr bullets.

How far can you shoot deer with a 243?

But for the average size buck or doe, you should be fine to about 600. I used the 100g SBT in my . 243 as well and was getting awesome groups at 500 yards with it as well.

What is a 243 short mag?

The 243 Winchester Super Short Magnum or 243 WSSM is a rifle cartridge introduced in 2003. Our 100% Hand-Loaded 75 grain V-Max rounds are loaded with extremely tight tolerances, producing highly accurate, consistent and reliable performance with each and every shot!

What kind of rifle is Mossberg 243 Win?

Mossberg Patriot 243 Win Bolt-Action Rifle with 3-9x40mm Scope. $409.99. In Stock. Brand: Mossberg. Item Number: 27931.

What’s the velocity of a.243 Winchester rifle?

Both versions of the .243 cartridge are good for hunting deer. The .243 produces a velocity of 2,960 feet (902.21 m) per second with a 100-grain (6.6 gram) projectile from a 24-inch (610 mm) barrel. Commercially loaded .243 ammunition is available with bullet weights ranging from 55 grains (3.6 g) up to 115 grains (6.8 g).

What kind of deer can a 243 Winchester bullet penetrate?

The.243 is a cartridge that can perform either admirably or dismally with results entirely dependent on the aptitude of the hunter. Loaded with controlled expanding conventional bullets, the.243 has ample power to penetrate medium sized deer shoulder bones but will not necessarily exit broadside.

Where can I buy.243 Winchester ammo online?

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