.20 VarTarg Turbo / .20 VTT (Ramshot Data Edition 4.5 - 2011)

.20 VarTarg Turbo (.20 VTT): Field-Ready Power with Ramshot Propellants

The .20 VarTarg Turbo, or .20 VTT, takes the original VarTarg concept and gives it a noticeable boost in performance, making it a standout choice for hunters and precision shooters who need more reach and impact energy. This wildcat builds on the efficient design of the .221 Fireball-based VarTarg but features a modified case with greater capacity, allowing it to achieve significantly higher velocities without sacrificing the controllable recoil that has made the .20 caliber class so appealing.

Where the standard VarTarg shines in economy and ease of use, the Turbo variant focuses on extended-range performance. With the added case volume, the .20 VTT can push lightweight projectiles to speeds approaching—and sometimes exceeding—3,800 feet per second. For hunters in open country or shooters taking on wind-sensitive targets, that translates to flatter trajectories, less wind drift, and better energy delivery at longer ranges.

Ramshot propellants pair exceptionally well with the VarTarg Turbo, delivering reliable ignition, clean burning, and consistent shot-to-shot velocities. Their powders are particularly well-suited for cartridges that require efficiency at higher performance levels, giving handloaders the tools to fine-tune loads for maximum stability and accuracy. This makes the Turbo not just more powerful, but also highly adaptable to a shooter’s individual needs.

Reloading for the .20 VTT does require more care than the standard VarTarg, as the case modifications and higher pressures demand precise sizing and trimming. However, experienced handloaders will find the effort worthwhile. When matched with quality components and carefully developed loads, the cartridge produces excellent precision and terminal results, whether used for varmints in the field or for deliberate long-range shooting from the bench.

In practical use, the Turbo offers a compelling balance of speed, energy, and control. Varmint hunters benefit from its explosive terminal performance and extended effective range, while target shooters appreciate its ability to deliver tight groups at distance. For anyone looking for a small-bore cartridge that stretches what the .20 caliber can do, the VarTarg Turbo delivers in full.

By combining the upgraded performance of the Turbo design with Ramshot’s dependable powders, this cartridge becomes a versatile and highly effective tool. It’s a natural evolution for shooters who love the original VarTarg but want more capability without stepping into a completely different platform.

Source: Wolfe Publishing