Berger 243 Cal 6mm 87gr VLD Hunting Rifle Bullets
The Berger 243 Cal 6mm 87gr VLD Hunting Rifle Bullets are premium match-grade projectiles engineered for long-range hunting in .243″ (6 mm) bolt-action rifles. Featuring Berger’s VLD (Very Low Drag) secant ogive paired with a long tapered boat-tail, these bullets deliver flat trajectories, excellent aerodynamic performance, and clean expansion out to 600 yards—ensuring deep penetration and ethical terminal effectiveness on medium-sized game.
Each Berger 243 Cal 6mm 87gr VLD Hunting Rifle Bullet is manufactured under stringent quality controls, with a concentric copper-alloy jacket encasing a precision lead core. Total Indicated Runout is held within ±0.0001″, guaranteeing consistent bullet-to-bore alignment, uniform muzzle velocity, and repeatable downrange performance—eliminating the need for hand-sorting.
Key specifications for the Berger 243 Cal 6mm 87gr VLD Hunting Rifle Bullets include a 0.243″ diameter, exact weight of 87 gr, and a ballistic coefficient rated at approximately G1 BC = 0.510 (G7 ≈ 0.260). Sectional density measures about 0.210, and overall length is roughly 1.200″. A rifling twist of 1‑9″ is recommended to stabilize these bullets through supersonic and transonic flight regimes.
Hunters appreciate the Berger 243 Cal 6mm 87gr VLD Hunting Rifle Bullets for their balanced field performance. When loaded with powders like Hodgdon H4350 or Alliant Reloder 17, and matched with match-grade primers such as CCI BR4 or Federal 205M, these bullets deliver consistent velocities, tight accuracy, and clean terminal performance on deer, antelope, and hogs within 600 yards.
The VLD profile and boat-tail of the Berger 243 Cal 6mm 87gr VLD Hunting Rifle Bullets reduce aerodynamic drag, ensuring retained velocity and flat trajectory even in crosswinds. Shooters report reliable feeding, minimal barrel fouling, and controlled expansion with minimal fragmentation—key attributes for ethical hunting and long-range shot placement.
Built for hunters seeking precision and performance, the Berger 243 Cal 6mm 87gr VLD Hunting Rifle Bullets combine aerodynamic excellence with match-grade manufacturing. Their consistent downrange accuracy, controlled terminal effects, and reliable feeding make them a top-tier component for .243‑caliber hunting rifles.
Product Information
| Manufacturer | Berger |
|---|---|
| Component Type | Rifle |
| Caliber | 243, 6mm |
| Grain | 87 |
| Diameter | 0.243 |
| Bullet Base | Boat Tail |
| Bullet Style | VLD |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | 0.427 |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G7) | 0.219 |
| Product Line | VLD Hunting |
| Purpose | Hunting |
| OAL (in) | 1.042 |
| Lead-Free | No |
| Made in USA | Yes |
| Condition | New |
| Box Qty | 100 |
| Product Type | Bullets |













