SIG Sauer Adds .243 Win. and .30-06 Sprg. Elite Hunting Ammunition Line

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posted on March 28, 2019
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SIG Sauer has added .243 Win. and .30-'06 Sprg. loads to its line of Elite Hunting ammunition. These rounds feature an all-copper bullet for deep penetration, and aim to produce 1.8x diameter expansion. The 80-gr. .243 Win. Copper Game round has a muzzle velocity of 3,425 f.p.s. and muzzle energy of 2,084 ft.-lbs., while the 150-gr. .30-'06 Sprg. round has a muzzle velocity of 2,920 f.p.s. and muzzle energy of 2,841 ft.-lbs..

“SIG Sauer Elite Hunting ammunition is known for its long-range accuracy and effectiveness in the field and our customers—dealers and hunters alike—continue to ask for additional offerings in this line,” said Brad Criner, senior director of brand management and business development, SIG Sauer Ammunition.

SIG Elite Hunting Copper Game ammunition is currently available in:

  • 60gr 223 Rem
  • 80gr 243 Win
  • 120gr 300BLK
  • 120gr 6.5 Creedmoor
  • 150gr 30-06 SPRG
  • 150gr 308 Win
  • 165gr 300 Win Mag

For more information, please visit sigsauer.com.

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