Weatherby Select Plus .240 Weatherby Magnum 100 Grain Spitzer Ammunition: Precision, Velocity, and Performance for the Discerning Hunter
For serious hunters and precision shooters who demand unmatched velocity and a flat trajectory, the Weatherby Select Plus .240 Weatherby Magnum 100 Grain Spitzer ammunition stands as a testament to engineering excellence. This premium rifle cartridge, identified by the product code G240100SR, is meticulously crafted to deliver superior accuracy and devastating terminal performance, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of medium game and long-range varmint applications. If you own a rifle chambered in the iconic .240 Weatherby Magnum and are searching for ammunition that unlocks its full potential, this 100-grain Spitzer load offers a compelling solution.
Unpacking the Power of the .240 Weatherby Magnum
The .240 Weatherby Magnum cartridge is renowned in the shooting world for its exceptional speed. Developed by Roy Weatherby himself, it was designed to push bullet velocities to extreme limits, resulting in a remarkably flat shooting trajectory. This characteristic is paramount for hunters who often encounter shots across vast open plains or require precise aim at extended distances. When a bullet travels faster, it spends less time in the air, meaning gravity and wind have less time to act upon it, leading to less drop and drift.
The 100-grain Spitzer bullet, a cornerstone of this Weatherby Select Plus offering, perfectly complements the cartridge's high-velocity design. The Spitzer (pointed) shape, combined with a boat tail design, minimizes air resistance and maximizes ballistic coefficient, ensuring the bullet retains energy and velocity over longer ranges. This aerodynamic efficiency translates directly into superior downrange energy delivery and a more predictable flight path, even in challenging conditions.
Who is This Ammunition For?
- Deer Hunters: Those pursuing whitetail, mule deer, or similar-sized game will find the 100-grain Spitzer bullet delivers ample energy for clean, ethical harvests. Its high velocity ensures minimal lead on moving targets and a generous vital zone, even at moderate to long ranges.
- Antelope and Pronghorn Hunters: For these fast-moving, often-at-long-range targets on open terrain, the flat trajectory and high speed of the .240 Weatherby Magnum are simply unbeatable. It dramatically simplifies holdovers and makes connecting with distant game more achievable.
- Long-Range Varmint and Predator Hunters: While powerful, the 100-grain Spitzer can also be effectively used for larger varmints like coyotes, wolves, or even bobcats, especially when extended range shots are common. Its precision allows for accurate shot placement on smaller targets.
- Hunters Seeking Minimal Recoil with Magnum Performance: Compared to larger magnum cartridges, the .240 Weatherby Magnum offers a more manageable recoil impulse, allowing for faster follow-up shots and greater comfort during extended shooting sessions, without sacrificing the benefits of high velocity.
- Precision Shooters and Target Enthusiasts: While primarily a hunting round, its inherent accuracy and flat trajectory make it a rewarding cartridge for those who enjoy pushing their rifle's limits on the range, aiming for tight groups at distance.
The Problem It Solves: Making Difficult Shots Simpler
Imagine a scenario where your dream buck appears at 300 yards across an open field. With many cartridges, this shot would require significant holdover calculations and precise range estimation, adding layers of complexity and potential for error. The Weatherby Select Plus .240 Weatherby Magnum 100 Grain Spitzer significantly reduces this complexity. Its incredibly flat trajectory means less bullet drop, simplifying aiming and increasing confidence in your shot placement. This ammunition minimizes the variables, allowing the hunter to focus on technique and trigger control, rather than compensating for excessive bullet drop. It provides the confidence needed to take ethical, long-range shots when the opportunity arises.
Key Features and Performance Metrics
The Weatherby G240100SR Select Plus ammunition is engineered to the highest standards, ensuring consistency and reliability from every single round.
- Caliber: .240 Weatherby Magnum
- Bullet Weight: 100 Grains
- Bullet Type: Spitzer. This aerodynamically efficient bullet design ensures excellent downrange velocity retention and a flat trajectory. The Spitzer bullet is designed for controlled expansion upon impact, delivering decisive energy transfer.
- Optimized Powders: Weatherby utilizes carefully selected propellant powders that are specifically matched to the .240 Weatherby Magnum cartridge, maximizing velocity while maintaining consistent pressures and clean burning.
- Premium Brass: Each cartridge is loaded into high-quality brass cases, known for their durability, consistent neck tension, and reliability during extraction and ejection. This also makes them suitable for reloaders, although the factory ammunition’s performance is difficult to beat.
- Consistent Primers: Reliable ignition is critical for accuracy and consistency. Weatherby uses dependable primers that provide a uniform spark for consistent powder ignition.
Ballistic Advantage: What Does "Flat Shooting" Really Mean?
The term "flat shooting" is often used, but what does it mean in practical terms for the .240 Weatherby Magnum 100 gr Spitzer? It means that within common hunting ranges (e.g., out to 300-400 yards), the bullet's drop is minimal compared to less powerful cartridges. This significantly reduces the need for large scope adjustments or "hold over" estimation. For instance, if sighted in at 200 yards, the bullet drop at 300 yards might be only a few inches, making it a "point and shoot" scenario within that range for many applications. This ballistic efficiency is a hallmark of Weatherby ammunition and is a primary reason why hunters choose the .240 Weatherby Magnum.
Terminal Performance: Delivering the Knockdown Power
The 100-grain Spitzer bullet in the .240 Weatherby Magnum is designed not just for velocity but also for effective terminal performance on game. Upon striking the target, the Spitzer bullet is engineered for controlled expansion. This means it expands rapidly to create a wide wound channel, delivering a significant hydrostatic shock, but also retains enough mass to penetrate vital organs. The goal is a quick, humane harvest, and the design of this bullet facilitates that. For medium-sized game like deer, a well-placed shot with this ammunition results in rapid energy transfer and ethical kills.
Answering Common Hunter Questions about .240 Weatherby Magnum Ammunition
- "What is the best ammunition for deer hunting with a .240 Weatherby?"
For deer hunting with a .240 Weatherby Magnum, the 100-grain Spitzer bullet is an excellent choice. It offers a superb balance of velocity, accuracy, and terminal performance for medium-sized game. The G240100SR Select Plus from Weatherby ensures consistent quality and performance that hunters can trust in the field.
- "How does .240 Weatherby perform at long range?"
The .240 Weatherby Magnum, especially with a 100-grain Spitzer, excels at long range. Its high muzzle velocity and aerodynamic bullet design result in minimal bullet drop and wind deflection, allowing for precise shot placement at extended distances. It's truly optimized for reaching out and touching targets far away, whether they are antelope on the plains or paper targets at 500 yards.
- "Is the Weatherby Select Plus good for antelope?"
Absolutely. The Weatherby Select Plus .240 Weatherby Magnum 100 grain Spitzer (G240100SR) is arguably one of the finest choices for antelope hunting. Antelope hunts often involve long shots in open, windy environments. The flat trajectory of this ammunition drastically simplifies aiming, and its velocity ensures the bullet gets to the target quickly, reducing the chances of the animal moving during bullet flight.
- "What are the benefits of a Spitzer bullet for hunting?"
The Spitzer bullet offers several critical benefits for hunting:
- Aerodynamic Efficiency: Its pointed nose and often boat tail design reduce drag, maintaining velocity and energy over longer distances.
- Flat Trajectory: Less drag means less bullet drop, simplifying aiming, especially at varying ranges.
- Accuracy: The symmetrical design contributes to excellent inherent accuracy.
- Controlled Expansion: While pointed, most Spitzer hunting bullets are designed with internal features (like lead cores and jacket construction) to ensure controlled expansion upon impact, creating a devastating wound channel for humane kills.
- "Understanding Weatherby's premium ammunition lines – where does Select Plus fit?"
Weatherby's ammunition lines are designed to meet various needs, and Select Plus represents a balance of premium performance and value. It utilizes high-quality components and Weatherby's legendary ballistic engineering to deliver reliable, accurate, and effective hunting ammunition. It’s a step up from basic hunting loads, offering enhanced consistency and performance that serious hunters appreciate without necessarily being in their highest-tier, specialized lines.
The Weatherby Legacy: A Foundation of Trust
Weatherby is a brand synonymous with velocity and performance. Since Roy Weatherby founded the company, his innovative approach to cartridge design has pushed the boundaries of what's possible in rifle ballistics. This legacy is embedded in every box of Weatherby Select Plus ammunition. When you choose the .240 Weatherby Magnum 100 gr Spitzer (G240100SR), you're not just buying ammunition; you're investing in decades of ballistic expertise and a commitment to precision.
Every round undergoes stringent quality control processes to ensure consistency in velocity, pressure, and bullet concentricity. This meticulous attention to detail means that when you pull the trigger, you can have supreme confidence in the performance of your ammunition. This reliability is paramount in hunting, where every shot counts and ethical harvesting is the top priority.
Building Confidence in the Field
The ultimate goal of any hunter is a clean, ethical harvest. Achieving this requires not only skill but also confidence in your equipment. The Weatherby Select Plus .240 Weatherby Magnum 100 grain Spitzer ammunition instills that confidence. Knowing your ammunition offers a flat trajectory minimizes the chances of misjudging a shot. Its proven terminal performance means that when your bullet connects, it delivers the necessary energy for a swift, humane outcome. This peace of mind allows you to focus on the hunt, the shot, and the experience, rather than worrying about your ammunition's capabilities.
Whether you are embarking on your first antelope hunt, aiming for that trophy deer, or simply refining your long-range shooting skills, the Weatherby Select Plus .240 Weatherby Magnum 100 Grain Spitzer ammunition (G240100SR) provides the ballistic advantage you need. It is a premium choice for those who value velocity, accuracy, and decisive performance in the field.
Availability
This exceptional Weatherby Select Plus .240 Weatherby Magnum 100 grain Spitzer ammunition, product code G240100SR, is available for purchase at DEGuns. Stock is typically packaged in boxes of 20 rounds, with 10 boxes per case, providing ample supply for your hunting and shooting needs.
Product Specifications: Weatherby Select Plus .240 Wthby Mag 100 gr Spitzer
Feature | Detail |
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Caliber | .240 Weatherby Magnum |
Bullet Weight | 100 Grains |
Bullet Type | Spitzer |
Product Code | G240100SR |
Packaging | 20 Rounds per Box, 10 Boxes per Case (200 rds) |