Black Hills Gold .243 Winchester 58gr V-Max Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • V-Max
Black Hills Gold .243 Winchester 58gr V-Max Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • V-Max
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 3650 fps | 1716 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 3537 fps | 1611 ft-lb | -0.8" |
| 50 yds | 3427 fps | 1513 ft-lb | -0.4" |
| 75 yds | 3321 fps | 1421 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 3218 fps | 1334 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 125 yds | 3117 fps | 1251 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 150 yds | 3018 fps | 1173 ft-lb | -0.5" |
| 175 yds | 2922 fps | 1099 ft-lb | -1.0" |
| 200 yds | 2827 fps | 1030 ft-lb | -1.9" |
| 225 yds | 2735 fps | 964 ft-lb | -3.0" |
| 250 yds | 2645 fps | 901 ft-lb | -4.4" |
| 275 yds | 2556 fps | 842 ft-lb | -6.1" |
| 300 yds | 2469 fps | 785 ft-lb | -8.1" |
| 325 yds | 2384 fps | 732 ft-lb | -10.5" |
| 350 yds | 2301 fps | 682 ft-lb | -13.3" |
| 375 yds | 2219 fps | 634 ft-lb | -16.5" |
| 400 yds | 2138 fps | 589 ft-lb | -20.1" |
| 425 yds | 2060 fps | 546 ft-lb | -24.2" |
| 450 yds | 1983 fps | 506 ft-lb | -28.9" |
| 475 yds | 1908 fps | 469 ft-lb | -34.0" |
| 500 yds | 1834 fps | 433 ft-lb | -39.8" |
Product Overview
The Black Hills Gold .243 Winchester fires a 58-grain Hornady V-MAX bullet at 3650 feet per second, delivering 1716 foot-pounds of muzzle energy. This is Black Hills' varmint offering—a lightweight, high-velocity load built for prairie dogs and groundhogs. The V-MAX bullet's thin jacket and polymer tip create explosive expansion, while Black Hills' precision manufacturing ensures the accuracy needed for small targets at distance.
Black Hills loads varmint ammunition with the same care they apply to their match ammunition. The 58-grain V-MAX achieves a G1 BC of 0.250, modest but adequate for the typical engagement ranges of varmint hunting. At 3650 fps, trajectory is nearly flat to 200 yards. The V-MAX fragments violently on impact, eliminating ricochet concerns and ensuring instant kills on small game.
This ammunition excels for serious varmint hunters who value accuracy. Prairie dog shooting rewards precision, and Black Hills delivers tighter groups than most factory varmint loads. The explosive expansion drops groundhogs and rock chucks instantly. Predator hunters can use this for coyotes at moderate range, though pelt damage will be significant. Hunters who want factory ammunition that performs like handloads will find Black Hills worth the premium.
- Black Hills precision manufacturing delivers superior accuracy for small target varmint work
- High velocity of 3650 fps provides extremely flat trajectory for simplified holdovers
- V-MAX explosive expansion eliminates ricochet concerns and ensures instant kills
- Minimal recoil allows spotting your own impacts for rapid follow-up shots
- Premium pricing limits appeal for high-volume varmint shooting where costs matter
- BC of 0.250 means significant wind drift at ranges beyond 250 yards
- 58-grain weight is strictly for varmints—completely inadequate for deer or larger game
- Explosive expansion will destroy pelts on fur-bearing predators
All Black Hills Gold .243 Winchester 58gr V-Max Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Gunner | 20 | $45.00 | $17.68 | $62.68 | $3.13 |