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Barnes Bullets

Varmin-A-Tor 6mm/243 Cal (0.243") Hollow Point Flat Base Bullets - 6mm (0.243'''') 72gr Hollow Point Flat Base 100/Box

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6mm/.243 Caliber

Hollow point flat base bullets

72-grain Bullet

Option included in this listing

100 Bullets

Per box

Scored Nose

Cavity design

Thin Tapered

Jacket construction

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SKU: 749065009

Overview

Designed for 6mm/.243 caliber varmint and predator loads, these hollow point flat base bullets are offered in a 72-grain option with 100 bullets per box. The scored nose cavity and thin tapered jacket are part of the bullet’s construction as described by the manufacturer, making this a purpose-built choice for hunters loading for small-game and predator applications. With a listed twist rate of 1:12" or faster, they are intended for rifles set up to match that requirement.

Why Hunters Choose the Barnes Bullets

6mm/.243 Caliber

Hollow point flat base design

Scored Nose

Cavity is specifically described in

Thin Tapered

Jacket construction is listed in

72-grain Option

Included in this 100-round box

Ballistic Coefficient

Sectional density are provided for

Key Features

  • 6mm/.243 caliber hollow point flat base bullets
  • 72-grain bullet option included in this listing
  • 100 bullets per box
  • Scored nose cavity design
  • Thin tapered jacket construction
  • Recommended for 1:12" twist rate or faster

Best Used For

  • Hunters loading 6mm/.243 rifles for predator and varmint shooting
  • Shooters needing a 72gr hollow point flat base bullet option
  • Users with rifles rated for 1:12 twist or faster
  • Those wanting 100-count boxes for extended range sessions or load development

Specifications

Ballistic Coefficient.173 / .208
Bullet TypeHollow Point Flat Base
Caliber6mm/243 Caliber (0.243")
Length.683 / .784
Rounds Per Box100
Sectional Density.140 / .174
Twist Rate1:12" or Faster
Weight58gr / 72gr

Pros

  • 6mm/.243 caliber hollow point flat base design for varmint and predator use
  • Scored nose cavity is specifically described in the product details
  • Thin tapered jacket construction is listed in the source information
  • 72-grain option included in this 100-round box
  • Ballistic coefficient and sectional density are provided for load planning
  • Compatible with 1:12" twist rate or faster

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Available in 58gr and 72gr versions, so the listed 72gr option is only one part of the line and may not match every load preference.
  • The stated twist-rate requirement is 1:12" or faster, which limits use to rifles that meet that specification.
  • Ballistic coefficient and sectional density are provided as separate values for the two weights, so performance characteristics vary by version rather than staying uniform across the box.
  • This is a hollow point flat base varmint bullet, so it is purpose-built for predator and varmint use rather than general-purpose shooting.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Other varmint bullets
  • Soft point bullets
  • Ballistic tip bullets
  • Full metal jacket bullets

Suggested Accessories

  • Reloading dies
  • Bullet puller
  • Powder scale
  • Reloading manual

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is this bullet designed for?

It is listed as a 6mm/.243 caliber (0.243") hollow point flat base bullet.

How many bullets come in a box?

The product is packaged 100 bullets per box.

What weight options are listed for this bullet?

The source lists 58gr and 72gr weight options. This product title specifies the 72gr version.

What twist rate is recommended?

The listed twist rate is 1:12" or faster.

What is known about the bullet design?

The source describes a hollow point design with a scored nose cavity and a thin tapered jacket. Beyond that, no additional construction details are provided.