.243 | 87gr | Hornady Varmint
by Hornady · See details on brand website
Hornady Varmint bullets are renowned for their precision, rapid expansion, and aerodynamic shape, featuring a polymer tip and boat tail design for flat trajectories and superior accuracy. These bullets are typically lead-core and not lead-free, making them ideal for high-velocity varmint hunting. Best suited for targeting small pests such as prairie dogs, groundhogs, and coyotes, Hornady Varmint bullets ensure swift, effective results with minimal pelt damage.
Specifications
Weight
87 gr (5.64 g)
Diameter
0.243″ (6.17 mm)
Sectional Density
0.210
BC G1
0.376
Type
Varmint
Min. Twist
1:11.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .243 | 87gr | Varmint are available in the following cartridges:
6 x 47
6 mm Creedmoor
6 mm GT
6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only)
.243 Win.
6 mm ARC
.243 WSSM
.243 Ackley Improved
6 mm XC
6 x 47 ATZL
6 x 52 R Bretschneider
6 x 62 R Freres
6 x 50 R Scheiring
6 mm B.R. Norma
6 mm Rem.
.240 Weath. Mag.
6 x 52 R BB2
6 x 62 Freres
6 x 47 SM
6 x 70 R
.24 Nosler
.244 Rem.
6 mm PPC
6 mm B.R. Rem.
6 mm BRA
.240 Belt. Riml. N.E.
.244 H&H Mag.
.240 Flang. N.E.
6 mm Dasher
6mm-284
6 x 47 Lapua
6 x 45 mm
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