.243 | 90gr | Hornady CX
by Hornady · See details on brand website
The Hornady ECX bullet is a lead-free, expanding copper alloy projectile engineered for reliable terminal performance and deep penetration. Its sleek, aerodynamic profile ensures high ballistic efficiency, while the distinctive polymer tip enhances accuracy and initiates controlled expansion on impact. Perfect for hunters seeking a non-toxic solution, the ECX bullet is ideal for medium to large game such as deer, antelope, and African plains game, providing excellent energy transfer and consistent results.
Specifications
Weight
90 gr (5.83 g)
Diameter
0.243″ (6.17 mm)
Sectional Density
0.218
BC G1
0.418
Type
CX
Min. Twist
1:9.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .243 | 90gr | CX are available in the following cartridges:
6 mm XC
6 mm Creedmoor
6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only)
.244 H&H Mag.
6 mm GT
.243 Win.
6 mm ARC
6 x 45 mm
.243 WSSM
6 x 47 ATZL
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
.24 Nosler
6 x 70 R
.244 Rem.
6 mm PPC
6 mm B.R. Rem.
6 mm BRA
.240 Belt. Riml. N.E.
.240 Flang. N.E.
6 mm Dasher
6mm-284
6 x 47 Lapua
.243 Ackley Improved
6 x 47
6 x 52 R Bretschneider
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Community Load Data for .243 | 90gr | CX
Loads for .243 | 90gr | CX from our community:
7 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .243 Win. | Alliant Powder Reloder-17 | 20.0 | 43.1 | 2.710 | 59985 (100%) | 3041 |
| .243 Win. | Alliant Powder Reloder-17 | 20.0 | 42.9 | 2.710 | 59203 (98%) | 3031 |
| .243 Win. | Hodgdon H4350 | 20.0 | 41.6 | 2.710 | 59976 (100%) | 2959 |
| .243 Win. | Hodgdon Superformance | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.710 | 54679 (91%) | 2936 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Hodgdon Superformance | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.777 | 8 (0%) | 3179 |
| 6 mm GT | Vihtavuori N540 | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.315 | 59712 (96%) | 2851 |
| 6 mm GT | Hodgdon H4350 | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.315 | 58740 (95%) | 2864 |