.20 Vartarg Turbo / .20 VTT (Accurate Data Edition 3.3 - 2009)

.20 VarTarg Turbo (.20 VTT): Enhanced Velocity and Performance

The .20 VarTarg Turbo, or .20 VTT, is an advanced wildcat cartridge developed for shooters who want more speed and power than the standard .20 VarTarg while maintaining its inherent efficiency and accuracy. Built on a modified case with increased capacity compared to the .221 Fireball-based .20 VT, the VarTarg Turbo delivers higher velocities, flatter trajectories, and extended range performance, making it an excellent choice for long-range varminting and precision target shooting.

By expanding on the original .20 VarTarg design, the Turbo variant increases case volume, allowing for larger powder charges and higher velocities—often surpassing 3,800 feet per second with lightweight bullets. This added performance translates to reduced wind drift and minimal bullet drop, offering shooters a significant advantage at longer distances while maintaining the manageable recoil that makes the .20 caliber class so popular.

Accurate Powders data showcases how well the .20 VarTarg Turbo performs with their clean-burning propellants. These powders provide excellent ignition consistency and predictable pressure curves, ensuring reliable velocities and repeatable accuracy. Handloaders can use this data as a foundation for optimizing loads to fully exploit the cartridge’s enhanced capabilities.

Handloading for the .20 VTT is more involved than the standard VarTarg due to its modified case design, but it remains accessible for experienced reloaders. Careful case preparation, including resizing and trimming, ensures proper chamber fit and safe operation at the cartridge’s higher pressures. When paired with quality bullets and precision load development, the Turbo variant offers remarkable accuracy and terminal performance.

In the field, the .20 VarTarg Turbo shines as a high-performance varminting cartridge. Its added velocity provides explosive terminal effects on small game while retaining the accuracy needed for precision shooting at extended ranges. On the bench, it offers the consistency and refinement expected from a well-designed wildcat, making it a strong choice for competitive and recreational precision shooters.

Overall, the .20 VarTarg Turbo builds on the strengths of the original .20 VT, offering more speed and extended range performance without sacrificing the balance and efficiency that made the VarTarg so popular. For shooters seeking a step up in capability from the standard .20 VarTarg, the Turbo delivers in every respect.

Source: Wolfe Publishing