243 Light Varmint Loads

mhanson

May 11, 2002 15:07

I'm thinking about taking the 243 along to do some prairie dog hunting I was wondering if anyone has done any reloading of the 55 or 58 grain bullets.

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  reb8600

  May 12, 2002 10:13

  I just bought a ruger target 243 and would like to hear some answers to this question also.
  
  
  Guncontrol-The ability to hit what your aiming at.

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  magnumcreekranch

  May 12, 2002 19:28

  I shoot 55 gr ballistic tips in both my Ruger # 1 and Remmington 788. One of my favorite rounds. Very accurate. Took a 24 lb turkey at 205 yards a couple of years ago. Should be fine for varmits.
  
  NRA Life MemberHill Country ShooterBobbyLIVE TO SHOOT & SHOOT TO LIVE.

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  ginger49023

  May 13, 2002 06:27

  Sir: I have a ruger M77 from 1980 in .243. I have used Remington .243 80 grain HP for years. In my area, I have hunted "woodchucks" or groundhogs. Over the past 20 years I have taken out probably close to 1100 with this rifle and ammo combination. I cannot comment on reloading but this is a fine caliber for what you have descibed in my opinion.

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  Nighthawk

  May 13, 2002 06:44

  I have to agree with the 80 gr bullet being the best all around weight for long shots. In my experience the lighter bullet will become unstable at long distances and become inaccurate,now thats only my experience with my Remington model seven. Hope this helps!
  
  
  Good Luck.
  
  Rugster

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  dobieman0690

  May 14, 2002 11:16

  I have been shooting my 243s for over 25 years i have tried just about every power bullet primer combo there are if you want more info e-mail me

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