Barnes TSX 8mm .323" 200-Grain Boat Tail Bullets
Barnes Triple-Shock X all-copper bullets deliver controlled expansion with four razor-sharp petals and 100% weight retention. Engineered for deep penetration through bone and tissue on big game.
Barnes Triple-Shock X Bullets: Precision Engineering for Ethical Hunting
The Barnes TSX represents a fundamental shift in bullet design philosophy. Built entirely from 100-percent copper, these projectiles abandon the traditional lead core in favor of a construction method that delivers superior performance on game.
Design and Performance
Upon impact, the TSX expands in a controlled manner, creating four razor-sharp cutting petals that slice through vital areas with devastating effect. The all-copper construction ensures 100-percent weight retention—the bullet remains intact rather than fragmenting, maintaining its energy transfer and penetration capability through bone and dense tissue.
This design philosophy produces several practical advantages:
- Controlled expansion that creates a large wound channel
- Deep penetration through heavy bone and muscle
- Consistent performance across varying impact velocities
- Reduced fouling compared to traditional lead-core bullets
Specifications and Loading
These 200-grain boat-tail bullets are sized for 8mm rifles (.323" diameter). Barnes recommends seating depth between 0.03 and 0.07 inches from the rifling, depending on your specific rifle's chamber and magazine constraints. Fine-tune this distance to optimize accuracy in your particular firearm.
The Ethical Choice
For hunters committed to one-shot kills and ethical game taking, the TSX delivers the terminal performance required. Whether pursuing elk, moose, or other large game, these bullets are engineered to perform when it matters most.
