16.5 barrel and I'd go the 90gr NBT over the 95gr. Considerably more velocity possible, way more than 5gr difference would suggest.
A 243 needs velocity and expansion to kill well and with a 16.5" barrel it will pay to get all the velocity you can. The sierra 85gr bthp is good but has the bc of a brick which if you dont start fast isn't exactly desirable. The 85gr IB is also very good.
Last edited by OttoG; 08/12/19.
