HSM ammunition in .243 Winchester (brand part no. 24387VLD) is a hunting camp staple for shooters who want a dependable big-game round. HSM manufactures this load to consistent tolerances, so every box performs the same as the last. At the heart of this load is the 87 gr bullet with a Berger Hunting VLD design, matched to the .243 Winchester platform shooters already run. In our rifle ammunition lineup, this is the HSM load built for that job.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .243 Winchester, a caliber that has taken game across North America for generations.
• The bullet weighs 87 gr, sized for the terminal performance this load is built around.
• The projectile is a Berger Hunting VLD design, designed for reliable expansion on game.
• The case is Brass, standing up to repeated firing and easy extraction.
• Each box holds 20 rounds, a practical quantity for a solid range session without restocking mid-way.
• Cases ship 25 boxes to a case, letting range regulars order in volume without repeat checkout.
• Cost works out to about $2.02 per round, a reasonable cost for this level of quality.
• This is a centerfire cartridge, ignited by a replaceable primer rather than a rimfire priming ring.
• The Berger Hunting VLD (Very Low Drag) bullet uses a thin hybrid jacket for rapid expansion, paired with a boat-tail profile built for flat-shooting accuracy.
• HSM hand-assembles this ammunition in smaller production runs than mass-market brands, built around consistency rather than volume.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many rounds come in a box? Each box holds 20 rounds of .243 Winchester.

Is the brass reloadable? The case is brass, which handloaders can typically resize and reload for repeat use.

Can I order this by the case? Yes, this load ships 25 boxes to a case for shooters who want to order in bulk.

Buy the HSM .243 Winchester 87 gr Berger Hunting VLD, 20-Round Box

Whether it’s a weekend at the range or opening morning, this is the load that shows up and does its job. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.