Black Hills Gold .243 Winchester 95gr SST Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • SST
Black Hills Gold .243 Winchester 95gr SST Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • SST
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2999 fps | 1898 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 2931 fps | 1813 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 50 yds | 2865 fps | 1731 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 75 yds | 2799 fps | 1653 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2734 fps | 1577 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2670 fps | 1505 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 150 yds | 2607 fps | 1435 ft-lb | -1.0" |
| 175 yds | 2545 fps | 1367 ft-lb | -1.9" |
| 200 yds | 2484 fps | 1302 ft-lb | -3.2" |
| 225 yds | 2424 fps | 1240 ft-lb | -4.8" |
| 250 yds | 2364 fps | 1179 ft-lb | -6.8" |
| 275 yds | 2306 fps | 1122 ft-lb | -9.2" |
| 300 yds | 2248 fps | 1066 ft-lb | -12.0" |
| 325 yds | 2190 fps | 1012 ft-lb | -15.2" |
| 350 yds | 2134 fps | 961 ft-lb | -18.9" |
| 375 yds | 2079 fps | 912 ft-lb | -23.1" |
| 400 yds | 2024 fps | 864 ft-lb | -27.7" |
| 425 yds | 1970 fps | 819 ft-lb | -32.9" |
| 450 yds | 1917 fps | 776 ft-lb | -38.7" |
| 475 yds | 1865 fps | 734 ft-lb | -45.0" |
| 500 yds | 1814 fps | 694 ft-lb | -52.0" |
Product Overview
The Black Hills Gold .243 Winchester loads a 95-grain Hornady SST bullet at 3000 feet per second, generating 1899 foot-pounds of muzzle energy. Black Hills has earned a reputation for match-grade quality in hunting ammunition, with tighter tolerances than most factory loads. The SST (Super Shock Tip) features Hornady's InterLock ring that mechanically locks the jacket to the core, preventing separation during expansion.
What sets Black Hills apart is their attention to detail. Cases are weight-sorted, powder charges are consistent, and bullets are seated with match-grade precision. This translates to accuracy that often rivals handloads. The SST's G1 BC of 0.355 provides predictable trajectories, while the polymer tip and secant ogive ensure rapid expansion on impact. The InterLock ring keeps the bullet together through muscle and light bone.
This ammunition serves hunters who demand accuracy and consistency. Deer hunters who practice at the range and expect their hunting ammunition to shoot to the same point of impact will appreciate Black Hills' quality standards. The 95-grain SST handles whitetail and similar game cleanly out to 300 yards. Hunters who have struggled with accuracy from other factory ammunition often find Black Hills solves their problems without the time investment of handloading.
- Match-grade manufacturing standards deliver accuracy that rivals handloaded ammunition
- Hornady SST with InterLock ring provides reliable expansion without jacket separation
- Consistent lot-to-lot performance means your hunting loads shoot to your practice zero
- 95-grain weight balances trajectory and penetration for versatile deer hunting
- Premium Black Hills pricing costs more than standard factory ammunition
- May not be as widely available as ammunition from larger manufacturers
- SST's aggressive expansion can cause meat damage on close-range rib shots
- BC of 0.355 is adequate but not exceptional for long-range work
All Black Hills Gold .243 Winchester 95gr SST Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Gunner | 20 | $45.00 | $17.68 | $62.68 | $3.13 |