.243 | 89gr | 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
89 gr (5.77 g)
Diameter
0.243″ (6.17 mm)
Sectional Density
0.215
BC G1
0.328
Type
Merlin
Min. Twist
1:8.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .243 | 89gr | Merlin are available in the following cartridges:
.243 WSSM
6 mm GT
.243 Win.
6 mm XC
6 mm Creedmoor
6 mm BRA
6 x 47 SM
6 mm ARC
6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only)
6mm-284
6 x 62 Freres
.243 Ackley Improved
6 x 47 ATZL
6 x 62 R Freres
.240 Weath. Mag.
6 x 52 R BB2
6 mm Rem.
6 x 70 R
6 mm PPC
6 x 47 Lapua
6 mm B.R. Rem.
6 mm Dasher
6 mm B.R. Norma
.24 Nosler
.240 Belt. Riml. N.E.
.240 Flang. N.E.
6 x 52 R Bretschneider
.244 Rem.
6 x 47
6 x 45 mm
.244 H&H Mag.
6 x 50 R Scheiring
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