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The Remington .243 Winchester Premier 90gr Swift Scirocco Bonded Ammo is a high-performance hunting cartridge designed for exceptional accuracy and terminal performance. Featuring a 90-grain Swift Scirocco Bonded bullet, this ammunition combines a polymer tip for reduced air resistance with a bonded core for controlled expansion and high weight retention. The boat tail design reduces drag, enhancing long-range accuracy. With a muzzle velocity of 3120 fps, this .243 Winchester load delivers flat trajectories and devastating energy transfer, making it ideal for medium-sized game hunting.
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Remington |
| Caliber | .243 Winchester |
| Bullet Weight | 90 grains |
| Bullet Type | Swift Scirocco Bonded |
| Muzzle Velocity | 3120 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 1945 ft-lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient | .390 |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Casing Material | Brass |
| Application | Hunting |
| Bullet Features | Polymer tip, Boat tail, Bonded core |
| Box Dimensions | 5.75″ L x 3″ W x 1.37″ H |
| Country of Origin | United States |
Key Features:
The Remington .243 Winchester Premier 90gr Swift Scirocco Bonded Ammo offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for hunting applications. Here’s a breakdown of its key features:
Applications & Use Cases:
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ High Velocity: 3120 fps muzzle velocity provides excellent range and hitting power for big game hunting.
- ✔ Polymer Tip: Precision shaped polymer tip reduces frontal air resistance for improved ballistics.
- ✔ Bonded Core: Jacket and core bonded together to eliminate separations, ensuring over 75% weight retention.
- ✔ Boat Tail Design: Reduces air drag for better long-range accuracy and performance.
- ✔ Versatile: Suitable for a wide range of big game hunting applications.
Cons
- ✘ Premium Price: Higher cost compared to standard .243 Winchester ammunition.
- ✘ Overkill for Small Game: May be excessive for smaller varmints or predators.
- ✘ Limited Availability: Premium ammunition can sometimes be harder to find in stock.
- ✘ Barrel Wear: Bonded bullets can cause slightly more barrel wear over time compared to standard soft-point or non-bonded bullets.
About Remington:
Remington Arms Company, founded in 1816 by Eliphalet Remington in Ilion, New York, is one of America’s oldest and most renowned firearms and ammunition manufacturers. With over 200 years of history, Remington has been a pioneer in firearm and ammunition technology. The company is currently headquartered in Madison, North Carolina, and continues to produce high-quality firearms and ammunition for hunters, sport shooters, and law enforcement professionals across the United States. Remington’s ammunition division is known for its innovation and quality. Remington’s commitment to excellence is evident in products like their Premier Scirocco line, which features advanced bullet designs for superior accuracy and terminal performance. A unique attribute of Remington is its comprehensive approach to firearms and ammunition production. As one of the few companies that manufacture both firearms and ammunition, Remington can ensure optimal performance and compatibility between their guns and rounds. This integrated approach has contributed to Remington’s reputation for reliability and consistency in the shooting sports industry.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What are the key features of the Remington .243 Winchester Premier 90gr Swift Scirocco Bonded Ammo?
A: This ammunition features a precision-shaped polymer tip for reduced frontal air resistance, a secant ogive bullet profile for high ballistic coefficient, and a boat tail design for reduced air drag. The jacket and core are bonded together to eliminate separations, providing excellent terminal performance with deep penetration and high weight retention.
Q: What is the muzzle velocity of this ammunition?
A: The Remington .243 Winchester Premier 90gr Swift Scirocco Bonded Ammo has a muzzle velocity of 3120 fps (feet per second).
Q: How many rounds are in each box?
A: Each box contains 20 rounds of ammunition.
Q: What is the weight retention of this bullet?
A: This bullet is designed to retain over 75% of its weight at all velocities, ensuring consistent performance and deep penetration.
Q: Is this ammunition suitable for big game hunting?
A: Yes, this ammunition is specifically designed for big game hunting. The Swift Scirocco Bonded bullet provides excellent terminal performance, deep penetration, and high weight retention, making it ideal for medium to large game animals.
Q: What is the bullet weight of this ammunition?
A: The bullet weight for this ammunition is 90 grains.
- UPC:
- 047700359007
- Brand:
- Remington Ammo
- Caliber:
- .243 Win
- Condition:
- New
- Bullet Type:
- Swift Scirocco Bonded (SSB)
- Bullet Weight (Grains):
- 95
- Casing:
- Brass
