The Winchester Ballistic Silvertip 243 Winchester delivers exceptional accuracy and rapid expansion for medium game hunting. This 95-grain polymer-tipped ammunition combines proven ballistic performance with consistent terminal effects across varying shot distances.
What Makes This Different
The polymer tip initiates rapid controlled expansion while the boat-tail design maintains velocity downrange better than standard hunting rounds. Winchester's Ballistic Silvertip technology creates a larger wound channel than traditional soft-point bullets while retaining 60-70% of its original weight. The nickel-plated brass cases resist corrosion and feed smoothly in semi-automatic rifles.
Key Features
- 95-grain polymer-tipped bullet for rapid controlled expansion
- Boat-tail design reduces drag and maintains velocity at extended ranges
- Nickel-plated brass cases prevent corrosion and ensure reliable feeding
- Rapid controlled expansion technology creates effective wound channels
- Consistent muzzle velocity of approximately 3,100 fps
- Packaged 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case (200 total rounds)
- Optimized for medium game including deer, antelope, and similar-sized animals
Field performance shows effective expansion at impact velocities from 1,800 to 3,200 fps, making this load suitable for shots from close range out to 400+ yards. The polymer tip prevents deformation in the magazine while initiating expansion upon impact. Hunters report consistent accuracy in bolt-action and semi-automatic rifles chambered in 243 Winchester, with many achieving sub-MOA groups at 100 yards.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 243 Winchester
- Bullet weight: 95 grains
- Bullet type: Polymer-tipped boat-tail
- Muzzle velocity: ~3,100 fps (24-inch barrel)
- Muzzle energy: ~2,027 ft-lbs
- Case material: Nickel-plated brass
- Primer: Non-corrosive
- Packaging: 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
- Manufacturer: Winchester Ammunition
This ammunition represents Winchester's commitment to precision manufacturing and consistent performance. The 200-round case quantity provides excellent value for hunters who shoot regularly or want to stock up for multiple hunting seasons.