.223 | 45gr | Merlin Virtus
by Virtus
The Virtus Merlin bullet is a high-performance, lead-free projectile, designed for precision and environmental safety. Its pointed, streamlined shape ensures excellent ballistic coefficients and deep penetration, making it ideal for hunting medium to large game species such as deer and wild boar. The bullet's copper construction enhances weight retention and expansion upon impact, ensuring reliable stopping power for ethical, clean kills. Choose Virtus Merlin for eco-friendly, consistent hunting performance.
Specifications
Weight
45 gr (2.92 g)
Diameter
0.223″ (5.66 mm)
Sectional Density
0.129
BC G1
0.192
Type
Merlin
Min. Twist
1:11.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .223 | 45gr | Merlin are available in the following cartridges:
.220 Swift
5.6 x 57 R
5.6 x 57
.22 Creedmoor
.223 WSSM
.225 Win.
.22-250 Ackley Improved
.22-250 Rem.
.220 Howell
5.6 x 50 Mag.
.22 ARC (bolt action)
.22 PPC USA
.224 Valkyrie
.223 Ackley Improved
5.6 x 50 R Mag.
.223 Rem.
5.56 x 45 NATO
.222 Rem.
.221 Rem. Fireball
.22 Rem. Jet Mag.
5.6 x 70 R
.218 Bee
.222 Rem. Mag.
.22 Nosler
.22 Picra
.219 Donaldson Wasp
.22 ARC
5.7 x 28
.22 Hornet
.219 Zipper
5.6 x 35 R Vierling
5.45 x 39 mm
.22 Ackley Hornet
.224 Weath. Mag.
.22 BR Rem.
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