barnes lrx vs ttsx

Re: ELD-X vs Barnes TSX [ Re: Bigfoot ] #7203641 06/21/18 01:58 AM Mag. However, if the TTSX gives a significant BC advantage, I’ll go with them. I've been a hunter for 50 years, but only now planning a trip to Africa. Can you shoot a bullet too fast to expand? I will be driving to salt lake for work and gonna stop by! That's why most AR barnes loads are TSX and bolt gun loads have the TTSX. Both make this little mountain gun 1000 yard capable. But last year I shot a very large eland at around 40 yards, we recovered bullet on opposite side of eland, but all petals had broken off and only the base of the bullet remained. With that being said, the TTSX 7mm 120 grainer is incredibly accurate in my 7mm Bullberry carbine. They shoot great at 100 yards for most guns. So far I’ve only used TSX in Africa: 180gr in a .30/06 and 400gr in a .416 Ruger. Barnes Bullets are known as a cut-above for reloaders the world over. Elk Hunting 7 Remington Mag / 150 gr. The TSX would be my preference in the 375 h h over the TTSX got heavy game. I am preparing for my elk hunt during 4th season in Colorado. The Barnes are a fine bullet and will shoot small groups if the stars are aligned. Re: Barnes LRX The 175 LRX has caught my eye as well. For this bullet I used Barnes published BC of .450. I've used TSX in several calibers for a while now. Where we are going there is a good chance my final shout could end up bring in the 300-400 yard range. Find more from Barnes, like the VOR-TX, or the TSX, right here! SCHoutdoors was created in January of 2011 by a few people who love the outdoors. Thread Status: Not open for further replies. In this case, the 80 gr. I'm looking to start reloading and I'm trying to decide on a bullet for deer. Also in conversing with others who have used them the word I'm getting is that the TTSX is definately the bullet you want in .30 cal and smaller. Minimum fps for expansion with the Barnes bullets. I've had the opportunity to watch dozens of elk tip over. I use NF, Barnes, Hornady, Kodiak, Nosler and Woodleigh in my big bores and have never lost an animal when I place the bullet properly. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Win-xp man lets keep each other updated as we might be after the same thing. The Barnes is a life switch at that range. I have been using both lately in several cartridges with great success. a 150 class 8 point with very long 12" and 13" g2's, and 11" g3's with a 2 mass measurements of 6". Previously used the TSX, but lost two oryx due to a probable pencil thru...good hits just lack of expansion, minimal if any blood trail. I’ve used both with great results. Joined: Jul 7, 2014 Messages: 7. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Basically, from what Barnes has told me the TTSX is nothing more than a TSX with a press in polymer tip. Those two bullets will shoot differently for sure. The main goal is still the same – bring people together who enjoy the outdoors and share their knowledge and experience. Just in my experience the TSX works a little better on larger and heavier animals as without the polymer tip it needs a bit more density to start to open up. Now that Nick has weighed in on his experience with the Barnes 110 gr TAC-TX in his favorite caliber, I’m going to do the same for mine. Barnes TTSX vs Nosler AccuBond. The Barnes 185 TTSX from my 330 Dakota at 3100 fps is a devastating combo. All of the Barnes bullets are going to expand and give penetration as long as you hit the game at around 2000 fps or faster. The Barnes TTSX is just a better all around bullet compared to the GMX, the E-tip, and the standard TSX. Meanwhile, back in that Canada bear camp, I went hunting with my too-fast 7mm Rem. Hunt safe y'all! I did (on the last day) shoot at 165 yds. The Barnes is a life switch at that range. My Sako 375 shoots 250 grain TTSX very accurately consistently less than an inch at 100 yards and less than 3 inches at 300. Discussion in 'Hunting' started by MT2000, Jul 7, 2014. JavaScript is disabled. Because the original X-Bullet and XLC are discontinued, there is no data for them. Index IDI No. The larger the diameter, the better choice the TSX looks. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. It may not display this or other websites correctly. I was fortunate and successfully bid on a couple hunts for plains game in SA later this year and next. You need to shoot the Barnes bullet at distance to see if they will group in your gun. Barnes reloading bullets for sale online at great prices, including Barnes Triple Shock X bullets, Barnes TSX bullets, and Barnes muzzleloading bullets. Compared to the GMX, the TTSX is less sensitive to loading variables, expands more reliably at lower velocities, and has proven more accurate in almost every rifle I load for (except 1). I compare 2 premium hunting rounds. First, a note on accuracy. Ocurtis Well-Known Member. 30 06 ...168 gr. The original post suggested he would be shooting out to 400 yards. Borden Timberline, flung a 150-grain Barnes TTSX at a big, old boar -- and broke out the skinning knife. I'm very happy with the performance and accuracy. I'm shooting 30-06.. sorry thought I said that. Give it a go and see if your rifle likes it. Barnes bullets include all-copper construction, no fragmentation, deeper penetration than lead core bullets, and maximum bullet weight retention. Results are very interesting when you compare the different weights in relation to inertia. It has only one weakness: Since copper has less mass than lead, LRX bullets are inherently lighter than a lead-cored bullet of the same … Had a TTSX in a 270 where I shot a pretty good size whitetail buck right behind the shoulder, text book shot but it took off and went right through his guts. I have shot both in 25 and30 cal and cant tell much difference,It seems that I can run the ttxs a little bit faster and still keep awesome groups. Hoping for some help from the long range crew on here. But if you want cold hard facts for serious confidence you should try using a ballistics calculator. Both will work fine. However going forward I will in general use the TTSX for thin skinned game and TSX for thick skinned game. Aug 21, 2017 #11 xjon said: I would call barnes and speak to a ballistician. Barnes agreed and sent me several boxes of box-fresh VOR-TX LR Rifle ammo for some real world shooting. In an email I got from Barnes they said both these bullets perform the same, 470 N.E. AMMUNITION. Try H414 in the 375.....070 off the lands. I happened to be speaking with a Barnes rep today and according to him, it's not as simple as LRX vs. TTSX. My question is does anyone have any experience shooting the new Barnes Long Range round and how does it compare to the TTSX. Been looking at bullets to reload for hunting for my new 308 and stumbled across the Barnes TTSX which I have seen good reports on but also saw their TAC-X and TAC-TX lines and was wondering if anyone had used those. Obviously these bullets are form the same manufacturer and seemingly the same material, however, are they the same hardness? Barnes LRX bullets have been developed to match the advancements in rifle accuracy and extended-range optics. World's most popular community & resource for hunting in Africa. What are you shooting .308 or 30-06? Barnes LRX. Shoot what bullet produces the best groups and don't over think. MT2000 Member. I have been looking for a thread like this for awhile. Your barrel needs to be copper free and clean as new. Not if it’s the right bullet. Barnes TTSX Reloading Bullets - The Barnes Tipped TSX bullet has been proven as an ultimate hunting bullet. What I am trying to say is don't show up for your speed goat hunt and make the call when you get there. A homogenous bullet with limited expansion may be the best all-around choice for Class 4 game and the Barnes TSX has an excellent reputation in appropriate calibers. JavaScript is disabled. Cartridge Bullet Style Bullet Weight (Grs.) Also a rare Native Texas (5th generation) and USMC Vet. If you see it, we have it in stock and ready to ship. The Barnes Reloading Manual Number 4 has rifle data for the Varmint Grenade, TSX, Banded Solid, MRX, and Barnes Originals. For heavy game I would really recommend you don’t use the TTSX. The Barnes LRX is a homogeneous bullet, meaning it's made out of one solid material, which happens to be copper. Quality, precision, and results drive reloaders time and again to choose Barnes Bullets for reloading, or grabbing a box of Triple Shock off the shelf for deer season. They are easily shocked by the proper bullet placement but as with any animal a bad shot results in long walks and not always getting the animal in the cooler. Barnes: TSX and Banded Solid Hello Bill - can you tell me that landowner/ranch/outfitter - Thank you! In both controlled expansion testing and field use, I ahve yet to see such materialize in any of the .30 caliber and under bullets I have used. In the 7mm, I think I might favor the 145 LRX for higher BC and downrange performance if I ever use up all the 150 TTSX I have on hand. Go with what gives you confidence. Greetings all! Was yours made in New Haven or South Carolina? I know this isn't super long, but I am planning on shooting Barnes TTSX as it seems to be the most accurate from my gun, and I have heard great things about these bullets. Using my Howa Alpine Mountain rifle in 308 win. Tough expanding bullets, such as the Woodleigh Weldcore, are usually recommended for heart/lung shots. I usually use the TSX versus the TTSX due to the fact they are shorter. I am very motivated to buy. Put either one in the right spot and the animal won't be able to tell the difference. Sound like your answers are all yea. loss of petals was prevalent on over 25 per cent of recovered bullets, a few lost all petals, but still terminated the animals. I however will not use or recommend the use of the 270 130g TSX unless they have improved the design. They are great for lighter game or longer distances, but I’d hate to try them on a buffalo after what I saw on an eland. Make sure you site in with one and stick with it. You are using an out of date browser. Both penetrate like a big dog. I was thinking about the 168s, have had good luck with 170s in the 06 and that is the closest weight I saw in the 308. A box of Hornady is about $10 less than a box of the Barnes TTSX. I've used both in several calibers on Plains Game, and they both seem to work equally well. Plug in weight and speed and you will get bullet velocity and bullet drop at your specific ranges. In alphabetical order, here are four great purpose-built long-range hunting bullets available today. The all copper body and polymer tip gives this bullet amazing performance. Better than that, I am going to stop at Barnes factory in Utah next Monday! Reactions: xjon and Ocurtis. I would call barnes and speak to a ballistician. I love the TSX as well. If you don't care where you are, you are not lost. Barnes TSX, TTSX, and LRX share the same all-copper design resulting in virtually 100% weight retention. But with a 30-06 and TTSX at 400 yards you will have a dead animal if you put it in the right spot. I have used both a fair amount from 243 to the 416 Rigby. Bryan found through his extensive testing that Barnes published BCs are typically 5% higher than actual. In alphabetical order, here are four great purpose-built long-range hunting bullets available today. For this article I was able to use Bryan’s G1 BCs for all the bullets listed except for the Barnes 7mm 150 gr TTSX. Shoot what bullet produces the best groups and don't over think. As to bullet weight. Thanks! I've narrowed my choices down to the Barnes TTSX and the Nosler Accubond. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I have read various places that the tipped version opens better, but is that due to the tip providing expansion or is it also a softer metal? I am looking for a Safari Express. You are using an out of date browser. On over 80 head of PG. Using. Apply for … ; 416 Rem Mag; 375 H&H; 9.3x74R; 308 Win; 223 Rem and some change, My son uses only the TTSX now . Dec 28, 2016 345 414 63 33 San Diego. Do you know the minimum effective velocity for Barnes bullets? Running the numbers for the .308 168 TTSX vs the 175 LRX, there was not enough difference due the lower velocity of the 175 gr in .300 Weatherby for me to work up new loads. Have you had any shots on elk at range? When I went to Wyoming last year to attend a class at Gunwerks, Aaron Davidson opened things by saying that the best terminally performing bullet … From Barnes's videos they seem to be pushing the LRX bullets as their factory loading in VOR-TX ammunition. I have shot a lot of old X bullets then I switched to the TSX and now all I shoot are the TTSX. Barnes Bullets 375 Caliber Bullets LRX Long-Range Hunting Bullets, 270 Grains, LRX Boat Tail, Per 50 Md: 30483The Barnes Long-Range X Bullet (LRX) … Some barrels can not be accurate with the Barnes after using standard bullets....can be a pain to get that copper out and not “pollute” the barrel with a non Barnes bullet. You must log in or register to reply here. You must log in or register to reply here. Total: 7,162 (members: 845, guests: 6,317), https://www.africahunting.com/threads/usa-rio-grandes-at-the-rockin-g-ranch.43091/, https://www.africahunting.com/threads/usa-aoudad-hunt-at-the-rockin-g-ranch.40605/, https://www.africahunting.com/threads/north-america-rockin-g-ranch-turkey-tx-varmint-hunt.22593/, https://www.africahunting.com/threads/north-america-texas-hog-hunt-with-rockin-g-ranch.21662/, https://www.africahunting.com/threads/north-america-canada-meets-texas-at-the-rockin-g-ranch.25562/, 375 H&H Vs 375 Ruger Godzilla Vs Mothera With Handload Data, Norma’s Oryx The Best Bullet For Tough Game, KMG Hunting Safaris 2021 Late Season Offer. Barnes TTSX If you like using a powder measure, try Ramshot Magnum and Accurate Mag Pro, both are ball powders and will beat the velocities you will get with H4831 or R22. The original post suggested you would be shooting out to 400 yards. With an advertised BC of .508 for the LRX vs. .505 for the 175 SMK (that's what I use anyhow) , this should help me with my goal of loading up a non-lead hunting load with very similar drop to my target load. Configuration RAMAC No. The LRX is even better IMHO. CRS, NRA Patron Member, DRSS, DWWC, TSRA, Whittington Center. The LRX features a long profile and boattail design that delivers match-grade accuracy at long range with an incredibly high ballistic coefficient and terminal performance that delivers the quick, clean, ethical kills you've come to expect from Barnes. I was considering 2200 a good minimum. TTSX’s is my all time favorite bullet. Any other details you can give me? Minimum fps for expansion with the Barnes bullets. Barnes Reloading Bullets LRX 30 Caliber .308 200 Grain Long-Range X Boat Tail 50 Per Box [30374] View Out Barnes Reloading Bullets LRX 338 Caliber .338 250 Grain LRX … I feel that the TTSX definitely opens faster. Also, the TTSX and MPG are so new that they didn't make this manual. TTSX pill for my .243 WIN. More importantly you will get ft-lbs of energy numbers at those ranges. Barnes was claiming "full depth of cavity expansion down to 1600 fps." SAVE UP TO $50 ON YOUR ONLINE ORDER TODAY! TTSX - 1800 fps LRX - 1600 fps . Either do a fine job, biggest issue Ive had with them on game is when they hit they tend to wander once inside. VOR-TX: 21520: BB223R2: 223 Remington: TSX FB: 55: VOR-TX: 31190: BB552X1: 5.56 x 45mm I’ve reloaded using Barnes bullets in everything from 204 Ruger, 300 Blackout/Whisper, 6.8 SPC II, 308, 338 Lapua and on into the big bore rifles like the 416, 505 Gibbs and the .577 Nitro Express with very good results. You can allways try the LRX bullets they expand at a slower speed. I bought some bullets from Rimshot and he is good to trade with! That blue tip starts expansion. The TTSX seems to provide faster kills on thin skinned game while the TSX seems to provide deeper penetration. Four razor-sharp cutting petals expand to double the bullet’s original diameter to create a very long and wide wound channel.

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