The Sierra 1625 GameKing delivers exceptional accuracy and reliable expansion for medium game hunting in 25 caliber rifles. This 100-grain spitzer boat tail design combines proven terminal performance with the flat trajectory needed for longer shots.
What Makes This Different
Sierra's GameKing construction features a tapered jacket that's thicker at the base and thinner at the nose, ensuring controlled expansion while maintaining weight retention. The boat tail design reduces drag by approximately 6-8% compared to flat-base bullets, extending effective range and improving wind resistance. This specific weight provides optimal performance in popular cartridges like the 25-06 Remington and 257 Weatherby Magnum.
Key Features
- 100-grain weight optimized for medium game hunting applications
- Spitzer boat tail profile for enhanced ballistic coefficient and downrange performance
- Tapered jacket construction promotes reliable expansion at hunting velocities
- Lead core bonding process maintains bullet integrity during impact
- Precision manufacturing ensures consistent accuracy shot after shot
- Compatible with standard 25 caliber rifles and loading data
- Packaged in protective 100-count boxes for safe storage
Field testing demonstrates consistent sub-MOA accuracy when properly loaded, with expansion beginning at velocities as low as 1,800 fps. The boat tail configuration maintains stability through transonic flight, making these bullets effective for shots beyond 300 yards. Hunters report reliable performance on deer-sized game, with the controlled expansion creating adequate wound channels while preserving meat.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: .257 inch (25 caliber)
- Weight: 100 grains
- Profile: Spitzer boat tail
- Sectional density: 0.216
- Ballistic coefficient: Approximately 0.365
- Recommended twist rate: 1:10 inch or faster
- Quantity: 100 bullets per box
- Manufacturer: Sierra Bullets, USA
Sierra's reputation for consistent manufacturing tolerances makes the 1625 GameKing a reliable choice for handloaders seeking predictable performance. The combination of proven terminal ballistics and enhanced external ballistics addresses the specific needs of 25 caliber enthusiasts.