Sellier & Bellot, Rifle, 243WIN, 100 Grain, Soft Point, 500 Round Case

Specifications

Caliber

The Sellier & Bellot 243 Winchester 100 grain semi-jacketed soft point ammunition is designed for rifles chambered in 243 Winchester.

Bullet Type

The bullet used in this ammunition is a semi-jacketed soft point (SP) bullet. This type of bullet has a lead core covered with a soft lead-tipped jacket, which ensures controlled expansion and high weight retention upon impact.

Grain Weight

The grain weight of the bullet is 100 grains. This weight is suitable for both target shooting and hunting applications.

Bullet Velocity

The bullet velocity of the Sellier & Bellot 243 Winchester 100 grain SP ammunition is 2,960 feet per second (fps). This velocity is achieved at the muzzle and provides a significant impact on target animals.

Bullet Drop

The bullet drop of the Sellier & Bellot 243 Winchester 100 grain SP ammunition begins at approximately 100 yards. The bullet drop at this distance is minimal, making it ideal for both short-range and medium-range hunting.

Other Features

• High Accuracy: The ammunition is designed for long-distance target and varmint hunting, leveraging its inherent accuracy and sheer velocity.
• Controlled Expansion: The semi-jacketed soft point (SP) bullet ensures controlled expansion upon impact, which is crucial for effective hunting.
• High Weight Retention: The lead core with a precisely engineered jacket results in high weight retention, ensuring that the bullet penetrates deeply into the target animal.

Specifications

Caliber

243 Winchester

Bullet Type

Semi-jacketed soft point (SP)

Grain Weight

100 grains

Bullet Velocity

2,960 feet per second (fps)

Bullet Drop

Starts at approximately 100 yards

Bullet Weight Retention

High weight retention

Accuracy

Designed for long-distance target and varmint hunting

Expansion

Controlled expansion upon impact

Muzzle Energy

1805 ft-lbs at muzzle

Muzzle Velocity

2850fps at muzzle

Zero at 100 Yards

Zeroed at 100 yards

Drop at 300 Yards

13.4" of drop at 300 yards

Conclusion

The Sellier & Bellot 243 Winchester 100 grain semi-jacketed soft point ammunition is an excellent choice for both target shooting and hunting. Its high accuracy, controlled expansion, and high weight retention ensure effective performance at various ranges. Whether you are a seasoned hunter or a target shooter, this ammunition should be considered due to its versatile nature.