Any difference in 243 90 grain vs 95 grain ballistic tips?

[BigBraz15]

I have heard multiple times the 95 grain BT is highly recommended for deer and smaller. I haven’t heard much, if anything about the 90 grain. Just wanted to assess the knowledge here and see what your experiences have been.

Thank you!

 

[Denver Steve]

Same construction in both, basically different length bearing surface to accommodate for different twist rates, as some .243 caliber rifles wouldn't stabilize the 95 grain as well. Gale Root designed both of them, and they have the same heavy construction.

 

[track]

I would not feel comfortable using 90 or 95 grain ballistic tips for deer. However, I'm most confident with the 90 grain accubonds. I've kill three deer with devastating results.

 

[BigBraz15]

That’s pretty awesome Track.

What distances were your shots from?

We used 100 grain partitions last year, but looking for a good load for antelope, hoping for something effective out to 400 yards.

 

[toebako]

Years ago I was listening to a podcast and they said Gale designed the 95gr BT for use on elk. It has a very good reputation on bigger than you think critters.

 

[track]

That’s pretty awesome Track.

What distances were your shots from?

We used 100 grain partitions last year, but looking for a good load for antelope, hoping for something effective out to 400 yards.

The 100 grain partitions is a great bullet, if it shoots accurately, use it. If you are searching for increased velocity, try the 85 grain partitions or 90 grain accubonds, faster and flatter. Try the slowest burning powder which you're cartridge will accept, if you handload.