Barnes Tipped TSX .257 80-Grain Boat Tail Bullets

Premium Copper Hunting Bullets for the Serious Reloader

Barnes Tipped TSX (TTSX) bullets represent the pinnacle of modern bullet design for hunters who demand reliable, consistent performance in the field. These .257-caliber, 80-grain projectiles combine time-tested engineering with advanced materials to deliver the terminal performance that separates success from disappointment.

Design and Construction

100% Copper Construction — Unlike traditional lead-core bullets, Barnes Tipped TSX bullets are manufactured from solid copper, providing superior strength and reliability. This construction ensures consistent expansion and penetration across a wide range of velocities and impact angles.

Polymer Tip Technology — The aerodynamic polymer tip serves dual purposes: it boosts ballistic coefficient for flatter trajectories and longer effective range, while also initiating rapid, controlled expansion upon impact. This design bridges the gap between long-range accuracy and devastating terminal performance.

Performance Characteristics

Upon impact, the bullet's re-engineered nose cavity triggers expansion that creates four razor-sharp petals, increasing the bullet's diameter by approximately 50 percent. This dramatic expansion delivers maximum energy transfer to the target while maintaining adequate penetration for ethical, one-shot kills on medium to large game.

Reloading Specifications

For optimal accuracy, seat these bullets between 0.030 and 0.070 inches off the lands, depending on your specific rifle's chamber characteristics. This range allows you to fine-tune performance for your particular firearm and find the "sweet spot" that your rifle prefers.

The Bottom Line

Barnes Tipped TSX bullets are engineered for hunters and reloaders who refuse to compromise on quality or performance. Whether you're hunting at close range or stretching shots to extended distances, these bullets deliver the reliability and lethality that serious hunters demand.