The Sierra MatchKing 70gr HPBT (brand part no. 1505C) is a 6mm/.243-caliber component bullet built for handloaders chasing record-breaking accuracy in centerfire competition out to 400 yards. Since its introduction in 1974, the #1505 MatchKing has earned wide acceptance among precision shooters for its hollow point boat tail design, precise concentricity, and uniform construction. Sierra also notes it works well as a bench rest bullet in handguns chambering 6mm cartridges and is a strong choice for NRA half-size silhouette competition, though like other MatchKing bullets it is not recommended for hunting applications.

Key Specifications

• Diameter is .243 inches, built for 6mm/.243-caliber rifles and handguns.
• Bullet weight is 70 grains, a lighter-for-caliber MatchKing weight.
• Profile is a Hollow Point Boat Tail (HPBT), Sierra’s signature MatchKing design.
• Engineered for precise concentricity and uniformity for record-level accuracy.
• Rated accurate to roughly 400 yards in centerfire competition.
• Packaged in bulk 500-count boxes for high-volume handloaders.
• Introduced in 1974 and still a benchmark in Sierra’s MatchKing line.
• Suitable for 6mm-chambered handguns at medium range in addition to rifles.
• A strong choice for NRA half-size silhouette competition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these bullets recommended for hunting? No, Sierra does not recommend MatchKing or Tipped MatchKing bullets for most hunting applications; they are built for competition accuracy.

What is the bullet diameter? .243 inches, sized for 6mm/.243-caliber firearms.

How many bullets come in a box? 500 bullets per box, ideal for handloaders who shoot high volumes.

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