Winchester Ballistic Silvertip Ammunition 243 Winchester 95 Grain Rapid Controlled Expansion Polymer Tip 20RD

Winchester Ballistic Silvertip ammunition in 243 Winchester is built for hunters who demand terminal performance and precision at distance. The 95-grain Ballistic Silvertip round combines a polymer tip with a boattail design to deliver both flat-shooting ballistics and controlled expansion on game. This is serious deer and varmint ammunition for hunters who want to connect cleanly at ranges where lesser rounds run out of steam.

The heart of Ballistic Silvertip performance is its construction: an alloyed lead core paired with a thick copper base that retains weight through the vitals while the contoured jacket peels back predictably on impact. That controlled expansion translates to reliable knockdown energy and deeper penetration—exactly what you need when your shot counts. The boattail configuration gives the bullet a higher ballistic coefficient, which means less drop and drift as distance grows, so your sight-in holds true even when you're stretching the shot.

Each box contains 20 rounds, so you've got enough for a season of practice, scouting, and hunting season itself. The 243 Winchester remains one of the most versatile cartridges for smaller game and varmints; Ballistic Silvertip ammo makes it even more capable by adding the precision and terminal reliability serious hunters expect.

Key Features

• Polymer tip design for aerodynamic flight and reliable expansion
• Alloyed lead core with thick copper base for weight retention and deep penetration
• Contoured jacket engineered for controlled expansion and knockdown energy
• Boattail bullet profile for higher ballistic coefficient and improved long-range accuracy
• 20 rounds per box

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 243 Winchester Ballistic Silvertip ammunition good for deer hunting?

Yes. The 95-grain Ballistic Silvertip is designed for controlled expansion and deep penetration through the vitals of game—standard requirements for ethical deer hunting. The boattail design also ensures consistent accuracy at hunting ranges.

What makes the boattail design better for long-range shooting?

The boattail profile increases the bullet's ballistic coefficient, which reduces air resistance and allows it to retain velocity and energy downrange. This means flatter trajectory and less wind drift at extended distances compared to flat-based bullets.

How many rounds are in each box?

Each box contains 20 rounds.

Will Ballistic Silvertip ammo work in any 243 Winchester rifle?

Ballistic Silvertip is standard 243 Winchester ammunition and will function in any rifle chambered for that cartridge. Always verify your rifle's specifications and test-fire unfamiliar ammunition to ensure reliability and accuracy in your particular gun.