1400 W Henry St Joined: Sep 6, 2009 Messages: 6,196 Location: Freeport, IL. This bullet requires a barrel twist rate of 1x10” or faster. The 2nd one was hit square through both lungs with … Although MatchKing and Tipped MatchKing bullets are commonly used for varmint hunting, their heavier jackets will not provide the same reliable explosive expansion at equivalent velocities in varmints compared to their lightly jacketed Hornet, Blitz or Varminter counterparts. Like any standard "hunting" bullet, I've had my best luck with Hot-Cors when starting them at modest velocities. Designed for Service Rifle competition in the M16A2/AR-15A2, our 22 caliber bullets have set an incredible number of new national records. Sierra recommends a 6.5” twist barrel for the #9290 22 cal 90 gr HPBT bullet when pushed at muzzle velocities lower than 2650 fps. The 90 grain MatchKing® is the final product of a series of tests, covering both accuracy and exterior ballistics, to arrive at the best possible bullet for the Long Range competitor. The major advantage of adding a tip to the bullet is the reduction of drag, producing a more favorable ballistic coefficient. The 6.5mm/.264 inch bore has recently enjoyed a resurgence of interest. Choose Options. HPBT MATCHKING, 6.5 MM/.264 CALIBER 142 GR. Shooters around the world will appreciate the accuracy and extreme long range performance of the 22 caliber 95 grain HPBT (#1396). Shot a few deer with SMKs but never in a 5.56 platform. Weight retention is held to within +/- 0.3 grain. Competitive HighPower and Silhouette shooters have also shown great interest in the 6.5mm bore size. The 77 grain #9377 MatchKing® allows seating to an OAL that permits cartridges to be loaded into M16/AR15 magazines. The 6.5mm/.264 inch bore has recently enjoyed a resurgence of interest. This ammunition offers accurate, hard-hitting performance. To ensure precise bullet to bore alignment, a unique bearing surface to ogive junction uses the same 1.5 degree angle commonly found in many match rifle chamber throats. Although MatchKing® and Tipped MatchKing® bullets are commonly used for varmint hunting, their design will not provide the same reliable explosive expansion at equivalent velocities in varmints compared to their lightly jacketed Hornet, Blitz or Varminter counterparts. In incidental observations of how various .224 "match" bullets behave after hitting a snow bank, that occasionally accumulates behind my 100 yard target stop, I have observed the following: I have shot a number of deer with 52 grain MK. It is appropriate for the magnum cartridges as well as smaller capacity cartridges in this caliber. This bullet requires a barrel twist rate of 1x6.5” or faster. 1st one was hit in the spinal cord/neck by mistake and died instantly. I don't hunt, but can't see any … Designed for Service Rifle competition in the M16A2/AR-15A2, our 22 caliber bullets have set an incredible number of new national records. While they are recognized around the world for record-setting accuracy, MatchKing® and Tipped MatchKing® bullets are not recommended for most hunting applications. How does the 77 grain Sierra matchking preform on predators, hogs and deer? Copyright © 2000-2020 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The 90 grain MatchKing® is the final product of a series of tests, covering both accuracy and exterior ballistics, to arrive at the best possible bullet for the Long Range competitor. This bullet is still a favorite for long-range competitors. While they are recognized around the world for record-setting accuracy, MatchKing® and Tipped MatchKing® bullets are not recommended for most hunting applications. The 120 grain #1725 bullet is designed for BenchRest and HighPower competitions to 600 yards in medium capacity 6.5mm rifle cartridges. Hunting with Sierra Matchking? Because of its high ballistic coefficient, it delivers high momentum downrange and has low sensitivity to crosswinds. ICANHITHIMMAN. In handguns, the 120 grain #1725 MatchKing® bullet has been very successful on the silhouette range and has proven itself on other targets. Customer Q&A are not compatible with your browser. Powered by UBB.threads™ PHP Forum Software 7.7.3. Another bullet "designed" for big game I've seen fail miserably has been the Winchester Silvertip. With the introduction of the 80 grain #9390, the M16 family of rifles really became a force to be reckoned with in National Match competition. Greetings, Can you hunt and get good expansion with Sierra Matchking 168 Grains HP 2200? Sedalia, MO 65301 The 107 grain 6.5mm HPBT bullet #1715 is the lightest of the 6.5mm MatchKing®. Product Reviews are not compatible with your browser. Sierra has enhanced a segment of the MatchKing line by adding the acetal resin tip, thus crowning the Tipped MatchKing (TMK) bullet line. Sierra MatchKing® bullets have set the standards worldwide for consistent accuracy in handguns as well as rifles. A sleek 27 caliber elongated ogive and a final meplat reducing operation (pointing) provide an increased ballistic coefficient for optimal wind resistance and velocity retention. The #1744 was introduced in 2018 Designed for Service Rifle competition in the M16A2/AR-15A2, our 22 caliber bullets have set an incredible number of new national records. Several rifle manufacturers currently produce 6.5x55mm sporting rifles, exposing a new generation of shooters to this famous old Scandinavian service and hunting cartridge. A sleek 27 caliber elongated ogive and a final meplat reducing operation (pointing) provide an increased ballistic coefficient for optimal wind resistance and velocity retention. Although MatchKing® and Tipped MatchKing® bullets are commonly used for varmint hunting, their design will not provide the same reliable explosive expansion at equivalent velocities in varmints compared to their lightly jacketed Hornet, Blitz or Varminter counterparts. I went to their 55 hpbt game kings and had much better on game performance. This is not loaded ammunition. 1400 W Henry St (888) 223-3006 © 2020 Sierra Bullets The 77 grain #9377 MatchKing allows seating to an OAL that permits cartridges to be loaded into M16/AR15 magazines. How does the 77 grain Sierra matchking preform on predators, hogs and deer? Competitive HighPower and Silhouette shooters have also shown great interest in the 6.5mm bore size. The 107 grain 6.5mm HPBT bullet #1715 is the lightest of the 6.5mm MatchKing®. Keeping the long-range design in mind, we built this bullet with a longer ogive, smaller meplat and improved boat tail to preserve downrange efficiency, enhance accuracy, and reduce wind-drift. HPBT MATCHKING. The 142 grain #1742 bullet has a longer ogive radius than the 140 grain #1740 bullet and thus a higher ballistic coefficient with less sensitivity to crosswinds. For over 70 years Sierra Bullets has been dedicated to the manufacture of the most accurate bullets in the world. Thank you kestak , Nov 19, 2010 #1. Or is it simply for matches? It might work well inside 100 yards. Because of its extreme length, the 80 grain MatchKing® requires a twist rate not slower than 1x8 inches. Designed specifically for the .223 Remington / 5.56x45mm cartridge, the 90 MatchKing® is at equally at home in both Match and Service Rifles. Another benefit is reliable feeding in magazine fed firearms. Sierra has enhanced a segment of the MatchKing line by adding the acetal resin tip, thus crowning the Tipped MatchKing (TMK) bullet line. With the success of the AR-15/M16 rifles in Long Range competition, the need was felt to maximize the ballistic potential of these rifles. While they are recognized around the world for record-setting accuracy, MatchKing® and Tipped MatchKing® bullets are not recommended for most hunting applications. Thread starter castnblast75; Start date Sep 24, 2016; Sep 24, 2016 #1 C. castnblast75 New member. The #7169 was introduced in January 2015. Made In United States of America While they are recognized around the world for record-setting accuracy, MatchKing® and Tipped MatchKing® bullets are not recommended for most hunting applications. © Copyright 2020 Creedmoor Sports Inc. All Rights Reserved. Although MatchKing® and Tipped MatchKing® bullets are commonly used for varmint hunting, their design will not provide the same reliable explosive expansion at equivalent velocities in varmints compared to their lightly jacketed Hornet, Blitz or Varminter counterparts. Although MatchKing® and Tipped MatchKing® bullets are commonly used for varmint hunting, their heavier jackets will not provide the same reliable explosive expansion at equivalent velocities in varmints compared to their lightly jacketed Hornet, Blitz or Varminter counterparts. Learn how you can enable Javascript. This bullet was introduced in October 2017. Match grade .223 Remington using a 77 grain Sierra HPBT. Competitive shooters have relied on the consistent accuracy of Sierra's MatchKings® for decades, resulting in a history of state, national and world records that is the envy of our competitors. While they are recognized around the world for record-setting accuracy, MatchKing® and Tipped MatchKing® bullets are not recommended for most hunting applications.

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