Description
The Barnes Harvest Collection .243 Winchester brings together two respected names in ammunition manufacturing. Loaded with Sierra's Tipped GameKing bullet, this cartridge hits the sweet spot for hunters who value both accuracy and terminal performance on deer-sized game. The 90-grain bullet weight puts you right in the zone where the .243 Winchester truly shines for clean, ethical kills without requiring magnum recoil.
Sierra Tipped GameKing Design and Performance
Sierra engineered the Tipped GameKing specifically for hunting applications. The polymer tip improves ballistic coefficient and initiates rapid expansion upon impact, while the hollow point design amplifies energy transfer. Inside, a lead core wrapped in a tough copper jacket gives you penetration and expansion that works across different impact velocities. This isn't a wide-open varmint round, and it's not built to pencil through either. It's engineered for the controlled performance that separates clean harvests from frustrating failures.
Barnes Quality and Brass You Can Reload
Barnes loads each cartridge into new production boxer-primed brass that can be reloaded after firing. That matters if you're the type who stretches every advantage out of your rifle. The muzzle velocity of 3200 feet per second delivers solid energy downrange, and the ballistic coefficient of 0.490 means your bullets maintain velocity better than older designs. The combination gives you a flat, predictable trajectory without requiring a magnum cartridge.
Right for the Job
This load works for whitetail, mule deer, antelope, and similar game. It's built for typical hunting distances and conditions where you're making careful shots on animals within reasonable range. The .243 Winchester itself has earned its place as one of the most popular deer cartridges ever made, and these factory loads give you the performance Barnes and Sierra put their names behind. Each box contains 20 rounds.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .243 Winchester
- Bullet Weight: 90 Grains
- Bullet Type: Sierra Tipped GameKing (Ballistic Tip)
- Ballistic Coefficient: 0.490
- Muzzle Velocity: 3200 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 2047 ft-lbs
- Case Type: New Production Brass, Boxer Primed, Reloadable
- Rounds per Box: 20
- Manufacturer: Barnes
- Model: Harvest Collection
- Manufacturer Part Number: 32398
- UPC: 716876500024
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of .243 Winchester ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the .243 Winchester with a 90-grain bullet suitable for deer hunting?
Yes. The 90-grain bullet weight is specifically designed for medium game like deer and antelope. Many experienced hunters prefer the 90-grain range for deer hunting because it balances expansion and penetration at typical hunting distances. The Sierra Tipped GameKing is engineered for this purpose, delivering both accuracy and controlled expansion.
Can I reload the brass from these cartridges?
Yes. Barnes loads each round into new production brass that is boxer-primed and fully reloadable. After you fire these rounds, you can reload the cases if you have the equipment and knowledge to do so safely.
How does the Sierra Tipped GameKing bullet perform on game?
The polymer tip and hollow point design initiate rapid expansion upon impact. The thick copper jacket surrounding the lead core provides both penetration and controlled expansion, giving you the combination needed for clean, effective kills on medium-sized game. Performance is consistent across different impact velocities within reasonable hunting distances.
What makes this Harvest Collection load different from other .243 ammunition?
This load combines Barnes' exacting manufacturing standards with Sierra's proven Tipped GameKing bullet design. It's specifically built for hunting rather than target shooting, and the partnership between these two manufacturers means you're getting input from experts on both the bullet and the loading. Each round is assembled to deliver consistent accuracy and reliable terminal performance.








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