The Nosler 51040 Ballistic Tip 6mm 95gr bullets deliver exceptional accuracy and terminal performance for medium game hunting and precision shooting applications. These polymer-tipped spitzer bullets combine the proven expansion characteristics of Nosler's hunting projectiles with the flight stability needed for long-range precision.
What Makes This Different
The polycarbonate tip initiates expansion at lower velocities while maintaining structural integrity at high impact speeds. Unlike standard soft-point bullets that can deform during feeding or lose their ballistic coefficient over long distances, the Ballistic Tip maintains its aerodynamic profile throughout flight. The boat-tail base design reduces drag by approximately 6-8% compared to flat-base bullets of similar weight.
Key Features
- 95-grain weight optimized for 6mm cartridges including .243 Winchester and 6mm Remington
- Polycarbonate tip prevents deformation and enhances ballistic coefficient
- Boat-tail base design improves long-range trajectory and wind resistance
- Lead core construction with tapered jacket for controlled expansion
- Spitzer point profile maintains velocity retention beyond 300 yards
- Cannelured shank provides consistent bullet seating and crimp retention
- Quality control testing ensures weight variance under 0.3 grains
Field testing demonstrates consistent 1.5-2 MOA accuracy in quality bolt-action rifles when properly loaded. The 95-grain weight provides sufficient sectional density for clean penetration on deer-sized game while maintaining flat trajectory for shots beyond 200 yards. These bullets perform reliably in temperature extremes from -20°F to 140°F without tip brittleness or separation.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 6mm (.243 diameter)
- Weight: 95 grains
- Bullet Type: Spitzer Point with Ballistic Tip
- Base Design: Boat-tail
- Jacket Material: Gilding metal
- Core Material: Lead
- Ballistic Coefficient: .379 (G1)
- Recommended Twist Rate: 1:10" or faster
- Package Quantity: 50 bullets per box
- Manufacturer: Nosler Inc., Bend, Oregon
Reloaders seeking consistent accuracy and reliable terminal performance for medium game hunting will find these bullets meet the exacting standards Nosler established over decades of bullet manufacturing. The 50-count packaging provides sufficient quantity for load development and hunting season preparation.