Description

243 Winchester Ammunition Manufactured by Gold Country Ammo

Why the .243 Winchester Still Matters

The .243 Winchester occupies a very specific place in the field.

It is not a compromise cartridge and it was never meant for heavy brush or close-range momentum work. The .243 exists for distance, visibility, and time — places where the terrain opens up, targets are smaller, and wind and trajectory matter as much as shot placement.

Prairie. Pasture. High desert. Broken country.

The .243 Winchester endures because it matches how people hunt when they can see far and move fast.

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Why Lightweight, High-Velocity Loads Exist

In open terrain, the problem is rarely penetration.

The problem is:

• distance

• wind

• time of flight

• precision on small targets

Lightweight bullets at high velocity reduce those variables.

An 80-grain projectile:

• accelerates quickly

• reaches target sooner

• minimizes drop at practical distances

• reduces wind drift compared to slower, heavier designs

This is not about power for its own sake.
It is about arriving where you aim before conditions change.

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Why the Scorpion Bullet Exists

The Gold Country Scorpion bullet was designed for situations where speed and accuracy resolve the shot, not mass or momentum.

Its flat-base hollow point design favors:

• efficient launch at high velocity

• stable flight at extended distances

• immediate disruption on impact

Unlike bullets intended to penetrate heavy tissue or bone, the Scorpion is engineered for rapid response on light-framed game.

This makes it well suited to:

• predator control

• coyote hunting

• varmint applications

• situations where the shot window is brief and distance is unforgiving

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Low Drag, High Velocity — Performance by Design

This .243 Winchester load produces an approximate muzzle velocity of 3,100 FPS, placing it squarely in the high-velocity class the cartridge is known for.

At this speed, the Scorpion bullet:

• shortens time of flight

• flattens trajectory at realistic field distances

• reduces wind deflection relative to slower loads

Actual performance will vary with barrel length and conditions, but the design intent remains consistent: fast, flat, and predictable.

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Flat-Base Hollow Point — Stability and Immediate Effect

The flat-base design provides:

• a consistent gas seal at ignition

• repeatable launch characteristics

• predictable accuracy

The hollow point is not designed for controlled expansion or deep penetration.
It is intended to resolve the shot quickly on small and medium predators.

This bullet is not meant for brush or heavy game.
It is meant for clear lines of sight and precise placement.

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Loaded in New Starline Brass

Gold Country Ammo loads this cartridge using new Starline brass, selected for:

• uniform case dimensions

• consistent neck tension

• reliable ignition

This supports repeatable accuracy and consistency across rifles used for predator and varmint hunting.

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Where This Ammunition Fits

Gold Country Scorpion .243 Winchester ammunition is intended for:

• predator and varmint hunting

• coyote control

• open terrain and longer sight lines

• situations where trajectory and wind matter more than penetration

It is ammunition for reach, speed, and precision, not resistance.

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System Support and Reference

This ammunition is part of the Gold Country Scorpion Bullet System and is supported by Gold Country Ammo platform documentation, technical notes, and related ammunition offerings.

It exists as part of a documented system that explains why lightweight, high-velocity bullets matter — and where they belong.

Referenced in:

Gold Country Scorpion Bullet System

Precision Ammunition Using Viper / Scorpion

Precision / Competition Ammunition System

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Gold Country Ammo
• Cartridge: .243 Winchester
• Bullet: 80-Grain Gold Country Scorpion Flat-Base Hollow Point
• Bullet Construction: Lead core, copper jacket, hollow point
• Bullet Type: Flat-base hollow point
• Case: New Starline brass
• Muzzle Velocity: ~3,100 FPS (based on published load data)
• Intended Use: Predator, varmint, coyote hunting
• Packaging: 20-round Gold Country Ammo box
• Manufactured In: USA

 

Shipping Restrictions Per DOT Regulations:

• Cannot ship by air
• Cannot ship by USPS
• Cannot ship to PO Box

 

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Orders placed by people in restricted areas will be cancelled.