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Berger built its reputation on tight tolerances and consistent construction, and the Match Varmint .20 Cal 35 grain flat base bullet is a textbook example of that approach. This is a .204 diameter projectile designed for the varmint hunter who wants competition-level accuracy out of a bullet made to come apart fast on impact. The large hollow point opens up instantly when it hits fur, which is exactly what you want when you're reaching out across a field at prairie dogs, ground squirrels, or chucks.
Every one of these bullets wears a thin-nosed J4 Precision Jacket, the same jackets that custom bullet makers and competition reloaders chase down for their own builds. These jackets are held to a total indicated runout of plus or minus .0001 of an inch, which is the kind of concentricity number that translates directly into smaller groups on paper and in the field. That tight jacket construction is also what gives the bullet its violent, reliable expansion on small game.
The tangent ogive on this bullet makes it forgiving to work up a load with. Tangent designs tend to be less sensitive to seating depth than secant profiles, so you can find an accurate node without fighting the thing. With a flat base and a 35 grain weight, this bullet is a natural fit for .204 Ruger shooters running a 1:14 twist or faster. The flat base design helps the bullet obturate cleanly on the way out and keeps the price of precision reasonable compared to boat tail match offerings.
This one carries a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.179 and a sectional density of 0.12, with an overall length right around 0.596 inches. It's a non-coated, flat base hollow point built to match-grade standards from start to finish. If you handload for a varmint rig and want a projectile that shoots like a target bullet but behaves like a varmint bullet on impact, this is a strong pick.
Berger lists a minimum twist rate of 1:14 inches or faster for this 35 grain flat base bullet. That's well within the range of most .204 Ruger barrels, so stabilization isn't usually a concern. If your rifle is on the slower end, confirm your barrel's twist before loading.
This is a flat base design, which is why you'll see it marked FB. Flat base bullets tend to excel at shorter to moderate varmint distances and are known for producing very tight groups. Berger does offer a boat tail version in the .20 caliber line if you want more range, but this model is the flat base.
Yes, that's the whole point of the design. The large hollow point is built to open up rapidly on impact, giving you quick, dramatic expansion on prairie dogs, ground squirrels, and similar game. The thin-nosed J4 jacket is a big part of what makes that expansion so reliable.
These are component bullets only, meant for handloading. There's no case, powder, or primer included. You'll seat these into your own prepped .204 brass as part of your reloading process.
| UPC | 679459203036 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 20303 |
| Caliber/Gauge | .20 Caliber |
| Grains | 35Gr |
| Model | |
| Product Type | FB Varmint |
| Quantity | 100 |
| Shipping Weight | 0.6 |
| Units per Box | 100 |
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