Barnes Harvest Collection .243 Win 90gr Sierra Tipped GameKing 20rd 32398

The Barnes Harvest Collection .243 Win 90gr Sierra Tipped GameKing is a precision-tuned solution for one of the most popular dual-purpose cartridges in history. While the .243 Winchester is beloved for its light recoil and flat trajectory, many hunters struggle with "bullet compromise"—varmint rounds that fragment too surface-level on deer, or heavy-jacketed rounds that fail to expand on smaller predators. This load bridges that gap. By pairing the .243’s high-velocity output with the 90-grain Sierra Tipped GameKing (TGK), Barnes has created a system that delivers match-grade accuracy and devastating terminal performance on everything from coyotes to trophy whitetail and pronghorn.

The technical flaw in many .243 loads is "terminal inconsistency" at varying ranges. At close range, standard soft-points can over-expand and lose penetration; at long range, they often lack the mechanical energy to "open up." Barnes solves this by utilizing the Sierra TGK. The polymer tip acts as a physical initiator, driving into the bullet's core to force reliable expansion even as velocity decays at distance. Backed by a specialized lead-alloy core and a boat-tail profile, you get the surgical precision of a match bullet with the rugged construction needed to drive deep and stay together on impact.

In the field, success is a game of stability and retained energy. Leaving the muzzle at ~3,100 fps, this 90-grain projectile boasts a high.390 G1 ballistic coefficient, allowing it to fight off crosswinds and maintain its knockdown power far better than lighter 55gr or 75gr varmint alternatives. Whether you are calling predators in open fields or watching a beanfield for a trophy buck, the combination of premium Barnes brass and temperature-stable propellant ensures your point of impact remains predictable. It’s a high-performance, flat-shooting system that removes the guesswork from the .243 Winchester hunting equation.

Features

• 90-Grain Sierra Tipped GameKing (TGK): A polymer-tipped, boat-tail hunting projectile engineered for match-grade precision and massive terminal expansion.
• Dual-Purpose Versatility: Specifically designed to provide enough penetration for deer while maintaining the rapid expansion needed for predators and varmints.
• Extended Lethal Envelope: "Tuned" to initiate expansion at lower impact speeds, ensuring an ethical harvest at distances where traditional soft-points fail.
• Match-Grade Consistency: Loaded with premium Barnes brass and stable powders for repeatable accuracy across varied environmental conditions.

Technical Specifications

• Ballistics: .243 Winchester | ~3,100 fps | ~1,920 ft-lbs (Muzzle)
• Ballistic Coefficient: .390 (G1) | .195 (G7)
• Projectile: 90 Grain | Sierra Tipped GameKing (TGK) | Boat-Tail
• Cycling: Premium Brass | Boxer Primed | Bolt-Action & Semi-Auto
• Logistics: 20 Rounds per Box | Harvest Collection
• Dimensions: 5.9" x 2.8" x 1.4" | Approx. 0.95 lbs | SKU: 32398
• Application: Whitetail, Pronghorn, and Coyotes | Open-Country & Field Hunting
• Country of Origin: USA

When consistency and terminal reliability are the only things that matter, the Barnes Harvest Collection 90gr TGK is the professional’s choice for the .243 Winchester. Secure your supply from SMKW, your trusted partner for ammunition built for real-world results.