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Berger 6mm (.243) BR Column Flat Base Target Bullets 100ct

UPC: 679459244077

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Description

Berger's 6mm BR Column Target bullet is a flat base projectile built around one thing: accuracy at short to mid-range distances. This is the kind of bullet that traces back to where Berger got its start, and it still earns its keep on the bench and at the loading press. At a nominal 64 to 65 grains in .243 diameter, it carries a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.231 and runs best out of barrels with a 1:14 twist or faster.

What Makes the 6mm BR Column Target Tick

The tangent ogive profile is the quiet hero here. It makes these bullets forgiving to load, tune, and shoot, which means less time fighting seating depth and more time putting rounds where you want them. Berger builds them with J4 Precision Target jackets, the same jackets a lot of custom bullet makers reach for, and holds them to a total indicated runout of .0003 or less. That tight tolerance keeps the bullet balanced when it's spinning at high RPM, and balance is what separates a good group from a great one.

Where the 6mm Flat Base Target Shines

Flat base bullets like this one are a staple for folks hyper-focused on the smallest groups they can wring out of a rifle. They tend to do their best work inside 300 yards, where a boat tail doesn't buy you much and the flat base helps with consistency as the bullet leaves the muzzle. Chamberings like the 6mm BR Norma and similar short-range cartridges eat these up, and plenty of competitive benchrest guys lean on them for exactly that reason.

Each box holds 100 unloaded bullets ready for your reloading setup. If you run a 6mm with a reasonable twist rate and want a dependable, consistent bullet for punching paper, these are a solid pick that's been proven on the firing line for years.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Berger Bullets
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 24407
  • UPC: 679459244077
  • Caliber: .243 / 6mm
  • Bullet Diameter: 0.243 in
  • Bullet Weight: 64-65 Grain
  • Bullet Style: Flat Base (FB) Target
  • Product Line: BR Column Target
  • Ogive Style: Tangent
  • Jacket: J4 Target Jacket
  • G1 Ballistic Coefficient: 0.231
  • Sectional Density: 0.155
  • Minimum Twist Rate: 1:14 or faster
  • Overall Length: 0.810 in
  • Quantity: 100 per box

What’s Included

  • 100 Berger 6mm BR Column Flat Base Target bullets (unloaded)

Frequently Asked Questions

What twist rate do I need to run the Berger 6mm BR Column Target bullets?

Berger lists a minimum twist of 1:14 or faster for this bullet. Thanks to its lighter weight and short profile, it stabilizes well in slower twist barrels common to short-range 6mm setups. If your rifle has a faster twist, you're still good to go.

Are these 6mm BR Column bullets loaded ammunition or just projectiles?

These are unloaded bullets meant for handloading. You'll need your own brass, powder, and primers to build a complete cartridge. Each box contains 100 projectiles in .243 diameter.

What kind of distances are the Berger flat base target bullets best for?

Flat base target bullets like this one are built for short to mid-range precision, generally out to around 300 yards. That's the window where a boat tail doesn't add much benefit, so the flat base keeps things consistent. Benchrest and paper-punching applications are right in its wheelhouse.

What makes the J4 jacket and tangent ogive worth caring about?

The J4 Precision Target jacket is a favorite among custom bullet makers for its uniformity, and Berger holds these to a tight .0003 runout tolerance for balance at high RPM. The tangent ogive makes the bullet forgiving to tune and seat, so you spend less time chasing an accurate load. Together they add up to the kind of consistency that shrinks groups.

Additional information

UPC

679459244077

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

24407

Caliber/Gauge

.243 Caliber

Grains

65

Quantity

100

Shipping Weight

0.975

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