Federal .243 Ammo for Sale
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Federal 243 80gr SP Power-Shok Ammunition 20rds - 243AS
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Soft Point
Caliber:
.243 Win
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
80 grain
From:
$19.30
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Federal Premium Barnes TSX 85 gr Triple-Shock X .243 Win Ammo, 20/box - P243K
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Barnes Triple-Shock X
Caliber:
.243 Win
Grains:
85 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$28.50
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Federal 243 95gr Fusion Ammunition 20rds - F243FS1
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Fusion Soft Point
Caliber:
.243 Win
Grains:
95 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$29.39
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Federal Premium Vital Shok 243 Win 85gr Trophy Copper 20 Rounds Ammunition - P243TC1
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Trophy Copper
Caliber:
.243 Win
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Nickel Plated Brass
Grains:
85 grain
From:
$33.99
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Federal Premium Hunter 95 gr Berger Hybrid .243 Win Ammo, 20/box - P243BCH1
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Berger Hybrid
Caliber:
.243 Win
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
95 grain
From:
$27.49
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Federal American Eagle Varmint and Predator 75 gr Jacketed Hollow Point .243 Win Ammo, 40/box - AE24375VP
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Jacketed Hollow Point
Caliber:
.243 Win
Grains:
75 grain
Rounds:
40
From:
$36.99
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PREMIUM BIG GAME 243 WINCHESTER RIFLE AMMO
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Extremely Low Drag-eXpanding
Caliber:
.243 Win
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
90 grain
From:
$35.69
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Federal Power-Shok 85 gr Copper Hollow Point .243 Win Ammo, 20/box - 24385LFA
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
COPPER HOLLOW POINT
Caliber:
.243 Win
Grains:
85 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$21.99
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Federal 243 55gr Nosler Ballistic Tip V-Shok Ammunition 20rds - P243H
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Nosler Ballistic Tip
Caliber:
.243 Win
Grains:
55 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$25.30
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Fed Prm 243win 95gr Nbt 20rds0
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Nosler Ballistic Tip
Caliber:
.243 Win
Grains:
95 grain
Rounds:
20
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Federal Premium 90 gr Nosler AccuBond .243 Win Ammo, 20/box - P243A1
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Nosler AccuBond
Caliber:
.243 Win
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
90 grain
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Federal 243 Win 100gr Soft Point Non-Typical Whitetail Rifle Ammunition, 20 Rounds - 243DT100
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Soft Point
Caliber:
.243 Win
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
100 grain
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Federal 243 100gr Sierra GameKing BTSP Vital-Shok Ammunition 20rds - P243C
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Sierra GameKing BTSP
Caliber:
.243 Win
Grains:
100 grain
Rounds:
20
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Federal Varmint and Predator 75 gr VMAX .243 Winchester 40 Rounds - V243VM2B
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
V Max
Caliber:
.243 Win
Capacity:
40
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
75 grain
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Federal Custom Shop 6.5 Creedmoor 90 gr 20rds Rifle Ammo for High-Precision Hunting - FCS6CRDAB1SC
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Nosler AccuBond
Caliber:
.243 Win
Grains:
90 grain
Rounds:
20
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Federal 90 gr Swift Scirocco II .243 Win Ammo - P243SS1
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Scirocco
Caliber:
.243 Win
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
90 grain
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Federal 243 70gr Nosler Ballistic Tip V-Shok Ammunition 20rds - P243F
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Nosler Ballistic Tip
Caliber:
.243 Win
Grains:
70 grain
Rounds:
20
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Federal 243 100gr Nosler Partition Moly Coat Vital-Shok Ammunition 20rds - P243E
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Nosler Partition
Caliber:
.243 Win
Grains:
100 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$31.61
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Marketplace Insights
★ 4.7/5
based on 14 customer reviews across 21 variants from 32 retailers
Highly praised hunting ammunition delivering excellent accuracy and terminal ballistics with overwhelming customer satisfaction for deer and elk hunting.
What customers like
Hunting effectiveness79%
This round is devastating on deer. It mushrooms consistently
Accuracy and consistency64%
Groups of 1/2" at 100 yards. I definitely recommend!
Bullet penetration/exit36%
These are just as lethal, but punch through the other side!
Value for price21%
for the money, I choose this one
Common concerns
Magazine feeding issues7%
reduced to single feed
Point of impact shift7%
Hitting Lower than my old Federal Shell's
Frequently Asked Questions
Federal .243 Ammo for Sale
How far will a 243 drop from 100 yards to 200 yards?
Drop varies by bullet weight and velocity, but a typical .243 Winchester load drops roughly 3 to 4 inches from 100 to 200 yards when zeroed at 100 yards. Heavier bullets and higher velocities produce flatter trajectories. Use a ballistic calculator with your specific load for precise data.
How far away can you shoot a deer with a 243?
Most hunters comfortably take deer to 400 yards with a .243 Winchester. Experienced shooters can extend beyond that, but effective range depends on bullet selection, rifle setup, and shot placement. Heavier bullets in the 85-105 grain range penetrate better for reliable kills at distance.
Is 243 enough for whitetail deer?
Yes, .243 Winchester is adequate for whitetail deer with proper bullet selection and shot placement. Use 100-grain or heavier bullets for reliable penetration and energy transfer. Many hunters have successfully taken whitetails with this cartridge for decades. Recoil sensitivity and accuracy matter more than raw power.
What grain of 243 is best for deer?
For deer, 95-100 grain bullets are the standard choice in .243, offering better penetration and reliable terminal performance. Some hunters use 85-87 grain loads for flatter trajectories, though they sacrifice some penetration. Most experienced hunters recommend 100 grain as the minimum for ethical deer hunting.
What is the best ammo for a 243 Win deer?
For deer hunting with .243 Winchester, use 95–100 grain bullets for reliable penetration. Good options include Hornady InterLock, Sierra GameKing, and Barnes TSX loads. Expect to pay $25–$108 per box. Shot placement ultimately matters more than the specific load chosen.