Matchking daily bulletin accurate shooter bulletin. Federal gm223m3 gold medal sierra matchking bthp 20rd 77gr. I was able to do some chronograph testing today of the new sierra tipped matchking out of my ar. Their accuracy has been acclaimed worldwide, and they have been used to win more target competitions than all target bullets from other manufacturers combined. Sierra tipped matchking tmk bullets 22 cal 224 diameter 77. The huge deal is that bc ballistic coefficient has jumped from 0. Black hills ammos 77 grain sierra match king rounds come ready to hit the range in. The bullets have ultrathin jackets and are held to exacting tolerances specific to weight and diameter. This is the classification for sierra s preeminent target bullets. And just last week sierra has released initial load data for these four new projectiles. On the range or in the field, sierra bullets offer that extra margin of performance you can depend on. Litz fieldtests bcs of sierra tipped matchkings daily. So sierra has very sensibly imho stayed with tolerant tangent forms in the 22s and sacrificed bc for jumptolerance for bullets to be used in magazine operation. Written by sierra bullets chief ballistician tommy todd.
With its drag minimizing design, this bullet is a popular choice with yard shooters. Is the sierra tipped match king the best choice for the ar. The small increase in bc is negated by the reduced velocity for mag length. Sierra s bc s are measured by live fire, and are typically pretty accurate if the velocity bands are properly observed 7mm being the. Sierra has enhanced a segment of the matchking line by adding the acetal resin tip, thus crowning the tipped matchking tmk bullet line. Thinking the weight and higher bc would give a little more range and buck wind better. Optimal jacket wall thickness controls expansion and retains weight open pocket under the polymer tip expands lead core instantly on impact tuned ogive for industryleading bc boat tail design for stable flight and accuracy introducing the sierra gamechanger hunting bullet. Sierra matchking rifle bullets are superaccurate bullets with very thin jackets and are held to exacting tolerances in diameter and weight.
While the original mk26277gr smks bc is very close to that of the 147150 gr 7. Sierra matchking bullets have very thin jackets and are held to exacting tolerances in diameter and weight. Sierra 77 grain hpbt mk versus hornady 75 grain bthp. Matchking bullets have thin jackets and are exceedingly consistent in diameter and weight. Do any of you experienced coyote hunters have any thoughts about the sierra hpbt. Sierra matchking bullets 25 cal 257 diameter 100 grain. For rifles, this bullet is designed for explosive expansion in varmints and small game and with accuracy characteristic of the matchking bullets. Whether youre making bulk ammo for plinking, creating the perfect hunting round, or building the best ammunition for a 500 yard shot, midsouth has the right rifle bullet for your reloading recipe. Bryans ballistics book offers hundreds of bullet data profiles. Matchking bullets have very thin jackets and are held to exacting tolerances in diameter and weight. Since sierras announcement of their line of tipped matchkings, ive gotten a lot of requests to test them for bc. Sierra bullets is excited to release load data for four of our newest bullets. What started as a small dream has become a multimillion dollar international business selling ammunition, reloading supplies and accessories. Sierra matchking bullets have very thin jackets and are held to exacting tolerances in diameter and weight, and the hollow point design produces the highest possible ballistic coefficient.
This is intended for 1 in 7 to 1 in 8 twist barrels. Due largely to the low bc given a choice most competitors will choose heavier bullets with a higher bc for distances greater than 300yd. The major advantage of adding a tip to the bullet is the reduction of drag, producing a more favorable ballistic coefficient. Vepr, verona bc outdoors, versa, versacarry, vertx, vexilar inc. Paul box penned how much difference does ballistic coefficient make on ballistic coefficient bc and its use in the hunting world and the limited amount of bullet drop and wind drift that occurs with bullets that have a large difference in bc at ranges of 200 yards and less. The hollow point boat tail design provides that extra margin of ballistic performance match shooters need to fire at long ranges under adverse conditions. These bullets have very thin jackets drawn to an exacting concentricity standard of 0. The 22 caliber 90 grain hollow point boat tail was created in response to the increasing demands of long range shooters.
This commitment to performance has established a tradition of precision for which were known throughout the world. New official load data for latest highbc sierra matchkings. The sierra spitzer shape results in a high ballistic coefficient for flat trajectory, high energy retention downrange, and low sensitivity to crosswinds and vertical winds. Midsouth shooters has been proud to offer a full selection of sierra reloading bullets for over 30 years. These heralded loads combine the legendary sierra matchking boattail bullet with. These specialty bullets are designed for extreme medium to longrange shooting. Black hills ammo 223 remington 77 grain sierra matchking. Nosler and hornady 7xs will win matches and bergers are best for prone. The design of these bullets also includes a hollow point boat tail with a small. Sierra bullets has been producing some of the most accurate bullets in the world since 1947. Sierra tipped matchking tmk bullets 22 cal 224 diameter. How to find your absolute best load sierra bullets. Matchking rifle bullets are superaccurate bullets with very thin jackets and are held to exacting tolerances in diameter and weight.
Sierra now offers a wide selection of ultrahighbc bullets in a wide range of popular calibers. Many shooters are aware of the previous level of awesome unleashed on the 5. Click to display additional attributes for the product. Their accuracy has been acclaimed worldwide and they have been used to win more target competitions than all target bullets from other manufacturers combined. The enhanced expansion characteristics on small animals make the blitz the choice of knowledgeable handgunners the world over. Sierra bullets load data for 2018 new matchking bullets. G7 bc valueshere are the g7 bc s of the most common bullets used in competition and target shooting. In this particular lot, the powder is a ball powder which weighs 24. The 22 caliber 77 grain matchking proves to be an extremely accurate bullet capable of being loaded to an oal that will allow loading into magazines. With the success of the ar15m16 rifles in long range competition, the need was felt to maximize the ballistic potential of these rifles. For over 70 years, sierra bullets has been dedicated to the manufacture of the most accurate bullets in the world. For decades, marksmen and hunters have associated accuracy and superior ballistic performance with one name more than any other. Their accuracy has been acclaimed worldwide and they have been used to win more target competitions than. Sierra tipped matchkings bc test results shooters forum.
Sierra matchking bullets 30 cal 308 diameter 210 grain. Below are my findings for the 4 out of 6 bullets ive been able to acquire and test so far. This is just a cursory look at this factory load recipe. Following sierra s introduction of tipped matchking tmk bullets, bryan litz of applied ballistics llc has received many requests to determine the ballistic coefficient bc of these bullets through testing. Below are litzs findings for four out of the six bullets he has able to acquire and test so far. This offers a distinct advantage over the 223 remington, where the. For serious rifle competition, youll be in championship company with matchking bullets.
The nose tips of this bullet is made of a proprietary acetyl resin compound, and the sharp tips improve the ballistic coefficient over the traditional flatbase spitzer bullet design. Black hills is known through the shooting industry for combining the finest components available to build the best ammunition in the business. I use vv n540 with a moly coated 77gr smk at an mv in excess of 2800 fps in competition for both 200 and 300yds. Another benefit is reliable feeding in magazine fed firearms. New official load data for latest high bc sierra matchkings. Sierra is a leading company in the ammunition reloading industry, creating items for hunting, target shooting, and self defense. We now carry every bullet that they offer for resale.
What about 69 grain sierra hpbt matchking for coyotes. The sierra tipped match king line has made its way online, and it looks to add a new layer of awesome to shooting the ar15. When it comes to meticulous precision, few ammo companies can match the quality of sierra. The 30 caliber 210 grain hpbt bullet was created in response to the increasing demands of long range shooters. The driving motivation for the design of each matchking bullet is accuracy. May 9th, 2015 litz fieldtests bcs of sierra tipped matchkings. Since 1947, this manufacturer has been providing highquality projectiles for a wide range of calibers.
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