Description
The 80-grain .243 choice for an expansion-forward hunting profile
When the purpose is predator or varmint hunting, bullet construction matters as much as weight. The Gold Country Viper gives the handloader an exposed-lead soft-point spitzer designed as the expansion-forward choice within the three 80-grain .243 construction paths.
This is a box of component bullets, not loaded ammunition. The completed load, rifle, distance and impact conditions determine the actual field result.
Why choose the Viper
A soft point is often preferred when faster initial expansion is more important than minimizing the exit. The Viper keeps that familiar hunting-bullet approach while the same-weight Scorpion offers an open-tip precision path and the Razorback offers serrated flat-tip construction.
- Exposed-lead soft-point spitzer
- Flat-base construction
- Copper jacket and lead core
- Hand swaged in small batches
- Intended for predator and varmint handloading
Component specifications
- Manufacturer: Gold Country Ammo
- Bullet family: Viper
- Diameter: .243 inch
- Weight: 80 grains
- Profile: soft-point spitzer, flat base
- Quantity: 50 component bullets
- Production: made to order; normally fulfilled within seven business days
Cartridge cases, primers, powder and load data are not included. Use an appropriate published load-data source and verify cartridge dimensions, seating, twist, firearm condition and safe function for the individual rifle.
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| Cartridge | Powder | Charge | Velocity | COAL | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6mm Remington | IMR 4350 | 39.5-43.5 gr | 2900-3200 fps | 2.710" | Berger |
| 243 Winchester | H4350 | 37.5-40.0 gr | 2950-3100 fps | 2.650" | Lee Modern Reloading |
| 243 Winchester | IMR 4831 | 38.0-40.5 gr | 2900-3050 fps | 2.625" | Hornady Manual |
| 243 Winchester | IMR 4064 | 36.0-38.0 gr | 2950-3100 fps | 2.650" | Sierra Manual |




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