I have one in the 22 hornet,and i think it will drive a tack
but you best check into what barrels will fit the 243 they are
limited to the smaller calibers,same as the hornet is..but they are
the best littlr gun for the money you can buy,when you get the rifle
new it should have a list of the replacement barrels..hope i helped....

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