Federal Premium .243 Win 85gr Barnes TSX Rifle Ammo
Federal's Barnes Triple-Shock X delivers all-copper construction with deep hollow-point design for consistent expansion and 100% weight retention. Grooved shank minimizes fouling while grouping tightly at distance.
Federal Premium .243 Winchester with Barnes Triple-Shock X
Federal Premium ammunition loaded with the proven Barnes Triple-Shock X bullet represents a significant advancement in rifle ammunition design. This all-copper, monolithic projectile has earned its reputation among serious hunters and precision shooters through consistent, reliable performance.
Design and Construction
The Triple-Shock X features a one-piece copper construction that sets it apart from conventional lead-core bullets. The deep hollow-point tip initiates expansion reliably across a wide velocity range, while the grooved bullet shank serves dual purposes: it improves accuracy by reducing barrel fouling and enhances the bullet's aerodynamic properties.
Performance Characteristics
- Weight Retention: Retains nearly 100 percent of its weight on impact, ensuring deep penetration through heavy bone and muscle
- Expansion: Delivers consistent, large-diameter expansion for reliable energy transfer
- Accuracy: Tight grouping at extended ranges thanks to optimized shank design
- Velocity: Loaded to 3,200 feet per second for flat trajectory and retained energy downrange
Practical Application
This ammunition excels for medium-game hunting where precision and penetration matter. The .243 Winchester's moderate recoil combined with the Triple-Shock X's proven terminal performance makes this an excellent choice for hunters seeking ethical, effective shot placement without excessive recoil.
Specifications: 85-grain Barnes Triple-Shock X bullet | .243 Winchester | 20 rounds per box
Features
- one-piece copper construction
- deep hollow-point tip
- grooved bullet shank improves accuracy
- almost 100 percent weight retention
- deep penetration and large, consistent expansion
