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Barnaul 243 WIn
Barnaul 243 WIn
Barnaul .243 Win is a rifle cartridge manufactured by Barnaul Cartridge Plant, a Russian ammunition manufacturer. This cartridge is designed for hunting and target shooting with rifles chambered in .243 Winchester.
Here is a specification table for Barnaul .243 Win:
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Cartridge | Barnaul .243 Win |
| Bullet weight | 90 grains |
| Bullet type | Soft Point (SP) |
| Caliber | .243 Winchester |
| Muzzle velocity | 2,900 feet per second |
| Muzzle energy | 1,945 foot-pounds |
| Primer type | Berdan |
| Casing type | Steel |
| Rounds per box | 20 |
The Barnaul .243 Win cartridge features a 100-grain soft point (SP) bullet, which is designed for hunting medium game. The soft point design ensures reliable expansion upon impact, delivering significant stopping power while minimizing the risk of over-penetration. The cartridge is chambered in .243 Winchester, a popular caliber used for hunting and target shooting.
The Barnaul .243 Win cartridge has a muzzle velocity of 2,900 feet per second and a muzzle energy of 1,945 foot-pounds, providing ample energy for hunting medium game at medium to long ranges.
The cartridge uses a Berdan primer, which is a less common type of primer compared to the Boxer primer but is still widely used in European ammunition. The casing is made of steel, which is lighter and less expensive than brass, but also has lower elasticity and is not as suitable for reloading.
The Barnaul .243 Win cartridge comes in boxes of 20 rounds, making it easy to purchase and transport to the range or field. Overall, it is a reliable and affordable choice for hunting medium game and target shooting with rifles chambered in .243 Winchester.
