Hornady SST 243 Caliber 95 Grain InterLock Polymer Tip Spitzer Bullets - Box of 100

Hornady SST 243 caliber 95 grain rifle bullets are a proven choice for reloaders hunting whitetail and other North American game. The SST—short for Super Shock Tip—combines a polymer tip with the InterLock design to deliver reliable expansion and devastating terminal performance. Each box contains 100 bullets, giving you the volume you need to develop accurate loads or stock up for the season.

The polymer tip serves dual duty: it boosts the ballistic coefficient for flatter, more efficient flight, and it initiates controlled expansion on impact. That expansion is governed by the InterLock ring, which locks the jacket and core together during the process. This design preserves bullet weight and momentum, creating a larger wound channel and better energy transfer downrange—especially important at the velocities typical of modern centerfire hunting loads.

The SST's secant ogive and boattail profile are built for speed and downrange energy. Hunters reloading for 243 Winchester and similar cartridges appreciate the consistency these bullets deliver on paper and in the field. The cannelure provides a crimp groove for secure seating in rifle cases, and works alongside the InterLock to maintain expansion control across a range of impact velocities.

Key Features

• Polymer tip for increased ballistic coefficient and controlled expansion
• InterLock ring keeps jacket and core bonded during expansion
• Secant ogive and boattail design for speed and downrange energy
• Cannelure groove for accurate, consistent crimping
• 100 bullets per box for efficient reloading

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What game is the Hornady SST 243 suitable for?

The SST is designed for whitetail deer and works well on most North American game animals from antelope to moose, as well as similar-sized African plains game. The controlled expansion and wound channel make it effective across a wide range of sizes.

How does the InterLock ring help with bullet performance?

The InterLock ring locks the jacket and core together during expansion, ensuring the bullet retains mass and energy. This controlled bonding creates larger, more consistent wound channels and better energy transfer to the target.

What's the purpose of the polymer tip?

The polymer tip increases the ballistic coefficient, making the bullets fly flatter and more efficiently downrange. It also initiates expansion upon impact, working together with the InterLock ring to control how the bullet opens.

Can I crimp these bullets when reloading?

Yes. The cannelure groove provides a consistent location for crimping, ensuring accurate and secure seating in your rifle cases.