The Hornady Custom Lite .243 Win 87 Grain SST Ammo 80466 is designed for hunters seeking reduced recoil without sacrificing accuracy and stopping power. Featuring the Super Shock Tip (SST) bullet, this ammunition ensures controlled expansion, deep penetration, and high weight retention, making it an excellent choice for deer hunting, youth shooters, and those sensitive to recoil.
With a muzzle velocity of 2,800 fps and muzzle energy of 1,516 ft-lbs, this round delivers flat trajectories, minimal felt recoil, and reliable terminal ballistics. The SST bullet design combines a sharp polymer tip, secant ogive profile, and InterLock® ring, ensuring superior accuracy, high ballistic efficiency, and maximum impact energy.
Hornady’s high-quality brass casings, non-corrosive primers, and clean-burning powder ensure consistent ignition and flawless cycling in bolt-action and semi-automatic rifles chambered for .243 Winchester. Packaged in a 20-round box, with bulk cases of 200 rounds (10 boxes) available, this ammunition is proudly made in the USA, trusted by hunters who prioritize reduced recoil and precision shooting.
Manufacturer Specs
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Part Number: 80466
- Caliber: .243 Winchester
- Bullet Weight: 87 Grain
- Bullet Type: SST (Super Shock Tip, Polymer Tip Expanding)
- Rounds Per Box: 20
- Rounds Per Case: 200 (10 boxes)
- Muzzle Velocity: 2,800 fps (24″ test barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: 1,516 ft-lbs
- Purpose: Reduced recoil hunting, youth shooters, deer hunting
- InterLock® Ring for Weight Retention: Yes
- Made in the USA: Yes
Key Features
- SST Bullet with Polymer Tip: Ensures aerodynamic stability, rapid expansion, and deep penetration, making it ideal for deer hunting.
- Reduced Recoil Technology: Provides less felt recoil, making it perfect for youth hunters and recoil-sensitive shooters.
- Superior Ballistic Performance: Achieves flatter trajectories, minimal wind drift, and effective downrange energy.
- High-Velocity Performance: Achieves 2,800 fps, ensuring precise shot placement and efficient terminal ballistics.
- Premium Components: Brass casings, clean-burning powder, and non-corrosive primers ensure dependable ignition and smooth operation.
FAQs
Q: What game is this ammunition best suited for?
A: The Hornady Custom Lite .243 Win is perfect for deer, antelope, and other medium-sized game, especially for youth hunters or recoil-sensitive shooters.
Q: How does the SST bullet improve performance?
A: The polymer tip increases ballistic efficiency, while the InterLock® ring ensures deep penetration and high weight retention for effective hunting performance.
Q: Is this ammunition effective for long-range shots?
A: Yes, with its high velocity, flat trajectory, and aerodynamic bullet design, this ammo is highly effective at extended hunting distances.
Q: Can this ammunition be used in all .243 Winchester rifles?
A: Yes, it functions reliably in all bolt-action and semi-automatic rifles chambered for .243 Winchester.
Q: Why shop at Black Bayou Armory?
A: At Black Bayou Armory, we provide top-tier reduced recoil hunting ammunition like Hornady Custom Lite, ensuring accuracy, comfort, and maximum performance for all shooters.
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