Ammo Reports Team
| Official Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Berger Bullets |
| Cartridge | 223 Remington |
| Product Line | Target |
| Bullet Name / Bullet Type | 73 Grain Boat Tail Target |
| Bullet Weight | 73 gr |
| SKU / Part Number / Item Number | 23020 |
| UPC | Not found |
| Rounds per Box | 20 |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2,820 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 1,289 ft-lb |
| Ballistic Coefficient G1 | 0.348 |
| Ballistic Coefficient G7 | 0.178 |
| Case Material | Not found |
| Primer | Not found |
| Reloadable | Not found |
| Test Barrel Length | 20 in |
| Zero Distance | 200 yd |
| Sight Height | Not found |
| Intended Use | Target / Competition |
| Product Status | Listed by manufacturer: Available for purchase |
| Closest Competitors | Berger Tactical 223 Remington 77 gr OTM, HSM Match 223 Remington 77 gr Sierra MatchKing BTHP, Nosler Match Grade 223 Remington 77 gr Custom Competition HPBT, PMC X-TAC Match 223 Remington 77 gr OTM |
Data is based on official manufacturer sources. Found an error? Send us the source link.
Key Takeaway
Berger 23020 is a 73 gr Boat Tail Target 223 Remington load intended for competitive shooting in bolt guns and gas guns. Berger publishes 2,820 fps, 1,289 ft-lb, G1 and G7 BC values, and a downrange table from a 20-inch barrel with a 200-yard zero.
Official Ballistics
| Distance (yd) | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lb) | Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2,820 | 1,289 | – |
| 100 | 2,560 | 1,063 | +1.92 |
| 200 | 2,315 | 868 | 0 |
| 300 | 2,083 | 703 | -8.45 |
| 600 | 1,462 | 346 | -90.9 |
Conditions: Manufacturer-published performance from a 20 in barrel at sea level with a 200 yd zero. Berger does not state sight height or wind drift on the product page, so no wind column is shown.
Bullet and Load Design
Berger’s 73 gr Boat Tail Target bullet uses a tangent ogive, boat-tail, consistent core, and J4 Target Jacket. Berger publishes a 0.348 G1 BC, a 0.178 G7 BC, a 1:8-inch minimum twist or faster, and a 2.260-inch maximum cartridge overall length.
The design is optimized for accuracy and target competition. It is not presented by Berger as a purpose-built expanding hunting bullet.
Best Uses
Good fit:
- Target and competition shooting
- Bolt guns and gas guns that stabilize 73 gr bullets
- Shooters who want a manufacturer-published 200-yard-zero trajectory
Not the right tool for:
- Hunting where a controlled-expansion projectile is required
- Barrels that do not meet the listed twist requirement
- Assuming published test-barrel performance will exactly match every rifle
Reliability Notes
Berger describes this load as function tested and competition proven. Individual results still vary with firearm, barrel, chamber, magazine, ammunition lot, and conditions. Confirm feeding, velocity, and point of impact in the intended rifle.
Competitors
| Published Alternative | Comparison |
|---|---|
| Berger Tactical 223 Remington 77 gr OTM | A heavier same-brand tactical OTM load with official trajectory data. |
| HSM Match 223 Remington 77 gr Sierra MatchKing BTHP | A published 77 gr HPBT match alternative. |
| Nosler Match Grade 223 Remington 77 gr Custom Competition HPBT | A published 77 gr target load with a complete official trajectory table. |
| PMC X-TAC Match 223 Remington 77 gr OTM | A published 77 gr match-oriented alternative. |
Price Reality
This is premium target ammunition in a 20-round box. Availability and retailer pricing change, so compare listings by exact part number 23020.
Where to Buy
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FAQ
What exact load does this report cover?
Berger 223 Remington 73 Grain Boat Tail Target rifle ammunition, part number 23020.
What muzzle velocity does Berger publish?
Berger lists 2,820 fps from a 20-inch barrel.
What zero is used in the official table?
The published drop values use a 200-yard zero.
What twist rate does Berger specify?
Berger lists a minimum twist of 1:8 inches or faster.
Does Berger publish wind drift for this load?
No official wind-drift values are shown on the product page, so this report does not add a wind column.
