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Sierra 6mm .243cal 85gr HPBT #1530

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Sierra, 6mm / 243

Specifications

brand: sierra
caliber: 243cal
grains: 85gr

Description

Sierra 6mm .243cal 85gr HPBT #1530

The #1530 85 grain hollow point boat tail bullet for rifles chambered in 6mm cartridges has shown to be particularly effective against medium game, such as deer and antelope, and it is superb in this application. It's one of the greatest all-around bullets for 6mm Remington and 243 Winchester rifles. It's one of the best bullets for varmints like prairie dogs, groundhogs, and coyotes, as well as medium game like deer and antelope. This bullet will perform admirably in any rifle chambered in the whole range of 6mm cartridges. This bullet expands like a hunting bullet and fires like a MatchKing.

Specifications:

➼ Diameter: 0.243
➼ Weight: 85 gr
➼ Sectional Density: 0.206
➼ SKU: 1530
 

Best Suited For

The Sierra 85gr HPBT GameKing (#1530) is best suited for:

  • .243 Winchester, 6mm Remington, 6mm Creedmoor, 6mm ARC, and similar cartridges
  • Medium game hunting (e.g., deer, antelope)
  • Shooters wanting a balance of accuracy + controlled expansion
  • Light-recoil hunting loads with flatter trajectory than heavier bullets
  • Reloaders seeking a versatile hunting/target hybrid bullet

Compared to heavier 95–100gr bullets, the 85gr offers:

  • Higher velocity and flatter trajectory
  • Less recoil
  • Good performance for short to medium hunting distances

When To Use It

Use this bullet when:

  • Hunting small to medium-sized game where expansion is needed
  • You want good accuracy with hunting capability
  • Loading for general-purpose .243/6mm use (not strictly match shooting)
  • Shooting at moderate ranges (100–300+ yards)
  • You prefer a bullet that is less sensitive to load tuning compared to ultra-high-BC match bullets

It’s especially effective when driven at ~2800–3300 fps, depending on cartridge.

Technical Information

  • Product Code: #1530
  • Caliber: .243" (6mm)
  • Bullet Type: HPBT (Hollow Point Boat Tail) – GameKing (hunting line)
  • Weight: 85 grains
  • Sectional Density: ~0.206
  • Ballistic Coefficient (G1): ~0.285–0.311 depending on velocity

Design Features

  • Boat-tail base for improved aerodynamics and accuracy
  • Hollow point design (not a varmint-style explosive HP; designed for controlled expansion)
  • Tapered jacket for reliable expansion on game
  • Known for easy load development and consistent grouping

FAQs

Q: Is this a match bullet or hunting bullet?
It’s primarily a hunting bullet (GameKing line), but also delivers good accuracy for target shooting.

Q: What game is it suitable for?

  • Ideal: Deer, antelope, similar-sized game
  • Not ideal: Large or tough game (use heavier 95–100gr+ bullets instead)

Q: How accurate is it?
Widely regarded as very accurate for a hunting bullet, with a broad “sweet spot” during load development (common user experience).

Q: What twist rate is recommended?

  • Works well in standard 1:9" or faster twist barrels (typical for .243 rifles)

Q: How does it compare to varmint bullets?

  • More controlled expansion (less explosive)
  • Deeper penetration
  • Better suited for game rather than pest control

Delivery and Compliance

  • Classified as a projectile component (not loaded ammunition)
  • No firearms license required for bullets alone
  • Ships via standard courier 

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