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243 WSSM
At Choice Ammunition, we take pride in offering the finest ammunition to meet the needs of discerning shooters and enthusiasts. Among our premium selection, we present the 243 WSSM Ammo— a high-velocity cartridge known for its flat trajectory and excellent long-range performance. It delivers impressive speed and accuracy, making it ideal for varmint hunting and medium-sized game. With a range of bullet weights available, it offers versatility for different shooting applications.
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243 Winchester Super Short Mag (WSSM) in 75 Grain V-Max- Hard to find, but we have you covered!! The 243 Winchester Super Short Magnum or 243 WSSM is a rifle cartridge introduced in 2003. It uses a .300 WSM (Winchester Short Magnum) case shortened and necked down to accept a 6mm diameter bullet, and is a high velocity round based on ballistics design philosophies that are intended to produce a high level of efficiency. The correct name for the cartridge, as listed by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI), is 243 WSSM, without a decimal point. Winchester has discontinued the manufacture of 243 WSSM ammunition.
This cartridge is usually used for small game such as varminting, and used for animals as large as deer. Choice Ammunition offers this caliber in several choices of bullet selection, all 100% Hand-Loaded for superior performance, reliability and accuracy!
Our 100% Hand-Loaded 75 grain V-Max rounds are loaded with extremely tight tolerances, producing highly accurate, consistent and reliable performance with each and every shot! Our proprietary load formulas and loading process create the finest round of ammunition available on the commercial market today we feel. If you don’t load your own ammunition- let us do it for you!
The Bullet
Hornady’s V-Max Bullets feature a polymer tip which enhances accuracy and promotes devastating expansion. The tip raises the ballistic coefficient for faster velocity and helps to stabilize the bullet in flight. It also acts as a wedge, initiating bullet expansion. The copper jacket provides the necessary bearing surface for maximum stability out of the barrel, and the jacket is built to withstand the fast twist rates of the most advanced varmint rifles.
- Velocity: 3380
- 100% Hand-Loaded!!
- G-1 BC 0.33
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.243 Winchester Super Short Mag (WSSM) in 80 Grain Barnes TTSX (Lead Free)- Hard to find, but we have you covered!!
The .243 Winchester Super Short Magnum or .243 WSSM is a rifle cartridge introduced in 2003. It uses a .300 WSM (Winchester Short Magnum) case shortened and necked down to accept a .243 in/6mm diameter bullet, and is a high velocity round based on ballistics design philosophies that are intended to produce a high level of efficiency. The correct name for the cartridge, as listed by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI), is 243 WSSM, without a decimal point. This cartridge is used for small game such as varmints and for animals as large as deer.
Choice Ammunition loads the .243 WSSM with the same 100% hand-loading techniques as our other calibers. Our loading techniques and extremely tight tolerances are only matched by passionate hand-loaders in their own loading rooms. Our consistencies box to box and lot to lot, are created by continuous testing at the range- adjusting varied powder and brass lot formulas to match exact velocities and points of impact as the last time we loaded this caliber. Exact seating depths and our proprietary load formulas produce a round of ammunition you can count on for accuracy and dependability each and every time- and at that critical moment in the field when it all comes down to the shot!
The Bullet-
100-PERCENT COPPER BODY
Since its introduction in 2003, Barnes’ TSX Bullet has earned a reputation as “the perfect hunting bullet.” Now, Barnes has improved on perfection by adding a streamlined polymer tip. The new Tipped TSX features the same 100-percent copper body with multiple rings cut into the shank. It delivers the same gnat’s-eyelash accuracy and “dead right there” performance—but with an added polymer tip that boosts BC and improves long-range ballistics. The tip and a re-engineered nose cavity provide even faster expansion. Complete penetration, virtually 100-percent weight retention and four razor-sharp cutting petals that double bullet diameter means the new Tipped TSX creates more internal damage than any competing bullet. Instant expansion and perfect penetration ensures cleaner, quicker kills.
- Velocity 3,282 fps
- 100% Hand Loaded
- G-1 BC 0.331
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243 Winchester Super Short Mag (WSSM) in 87 Grain Soft Point- Hard to find, but we have you covered!!
The 243 Winchester Super Short Magnum or 243 WSSM is a rifle cartridge introduced in 2003. It uses a .300 WSM (Winchester Short Magnum) case shortened and necked down to accept a .243 in/6mm diameter bullet, and is a high velocity round based on ballistics design philosophies that are intended to produce a high level of efficiency. The correct name for the cartridge, as listed by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI), is 243 WSSM, without a decimal point. This cartridge is used for small game such as varmints and for animals as large as deer.
Choice Ammunition has taken our 100% hand-loading techniques and produce an extremely accurate, highly dependable round for the 243 WSSM in this load. Our loading tolerances are only matched by passionate hand-loaders in their own loading rooms. Consistent seating depths, powder charges and proprietary formulas of Choice Ammunition, make this 87 grain Soft Point round the best you can buy on the commercial market today.
The Bullet
The Hornady line of traditional Varmint bullets features a streamlined design for flat trajectory. Its lead core and match-grade copper jacket represent the original standard created by Joyce Hornady for classic varmint hunting. Primarily comprised of spire point profiles and flat base designs, the bullets perform extremely well even at low velocities and deliver excellent performance in many classic varmint rifles.
- Velocity: 3,190
- 100% Hand-Loaded
- G-1 BC 0.327
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.243 Winchester Super Short Mag (WSSM) in 100 Grain Remington Core-Lokt Soft Point- Hard to find, but we have you covered!!
The .243 Winchester Super Short Magnum or .243 WSSM is a rifle cartridge introduced in 2003. It uses a .300 WSM (Winchester Short Magnum) case shortened and necked down to accept a .243 in/6mm diameter bullet, and is a high velocity round based on ballistics design philosophies that are intended to produce a high level of efficiency. The correct name for the cartridge, as listed by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI), is 243 WSSM, without a decimal point. This cartridge is used for small game such as varmints and for animals as large as deer.
Choice Ammunition loads the .243 WSSM with the same 100% hand-loading techniques as our other calibers. Our loading techniques and extremely tight tolerances are only matched by passionate hand-loaders in their own loading rooms. Our consistencies box to box and lot to lot, are created by continuous testing at the range- adjusting varied powder and brass lot formulas to match exact velocities and points of impact as the last time we loaded this caliber. Exact seating depths and our proprietary load formulas produce a round of ammunition you can count on for accuracy and dependability each and every time- and at that critical moment in the field when it all comes down to the shot!
The Bullet:
Core-Lokt® is the original controlled expansion bullet. Its time-proven performance has made it hunting’s first choice for over 75 years. The tapered copper jacket is locked to a solid lead core delivering massive 2X expansion, weight retention and consistent on-game results. Available in soft point and pointed soft point versions, and in a range of bullet weights for virtually every centerfire hunting caliber made.
- Velocity 3,000 fps
- 100% Hand-Loaded
- G-1 BC 0.356
243 WSSM Ammo in Stock
Choice Ammunition has a great selection of 243 WSSM ammunition for sale. We are committed to providing an unparalleled shopping experience, we are proud to offer the 243 WSSM Ammo as part of our extensive selection. Whether you’re a competitive shooter, a seasoned hunter, or simply enjoy recreational shooting, this ammunition is sure to meet and exceed your expectations.
243 WSSM FAQ
Winchester has discontinued the manufacture of 243 WSSM ammunition. This cartridge is usually used for small game such as varminting, and used for animals as large as deer.
The best bullet weight for .243 WSSM depends on the intended use. Generally, bullet weights between 55 and 95 grains are popular for varmint hunting, while 90 to 105 grains are commonly used for deer and medium-sized game.
The muzzle velocity of a .243 WSSM can vary depending on the specific load and bullet weight, but it typically ranges from around 3,600 to 4,000 feet per second (fps).
The main difference between .243 WSSM and .300 WSM is the caliber and intended use. The .243 WSSM is a smaller, high-velocity round primarily used for varmint and deer hunting, while the .300 WSM is a larger, more powerful cartridge designed for big game hunting at longer distances.
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