The Barnes VOR-TX 300 Winchester Magnum delivers devastating terminal performance with its proven Tipped TSX bullet design. This premium hunting ammunition combines the expansion reliability of traditional soft points with the deep penetration characteristics that big game hunters demand. Each 180-grain projectile features Barnes' copper construction that retains 99% of its weight while creating massive wound channels.
What Makes This Different
Unlike conventional lead-core bullets that fragment and lose mass, the Tipped TSX maintains structural integrity through bone and tissue. The polymer tip initiates expansion at impact velocities as low as 1,800 fps, while the solid copper body ensures straight-line penetration. Independent ballistic testing shows 95-100% weight retention compared to 60-80% for traditional bullets. This translates to deeper wound channels and more reliable one-shot stops on large game.
Key Features
- 180-grain Tipped TSX bullet with polymer tip for reliable expansion
- Solid copper construction retains 99% of bullet weight
- Boat tail design improves ballistic coefficient and long-range accuracy
- Lead-free composition meets California hunting regulations
- Four razor-sharp petals create maximum tissue damage
- Consistent powder charges deliver shot-to-shot accuracy
- Premium brass cases allow multiple reloading cycles
Field performance data shows this load maintaining over 2,000 ft-lbs of energy at 300 yards from a 24-inch barrel. The boat tail configuration reduces drag for flatter trajectories on long shots across open terrain. Hunters report consistent sub-MOA accuracy in quality rifles, making it suitable for precision shots on elk, moose, and African plains game. The lead-free design eliminates fragmentation concerns while providing the knockdown power needed for ethical harvests.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 300 Winchester Magnum
- Bullet Weight: 180 grains
- Bullet Type: Tipped TSX Boat Tail
- Muzzle Velocity: 2,960 fps (24" barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: 3,501 ft-lbs
- Ballistic Coefficient: 0.484
- Quantity: 20 rounds per box
- Case: 10 boxes per case (200 total rounds)
- Manufacturer: Barnes Bullets
This ammunition represents the pinnacle of monolithic bullet technology for serious big game hunters. The combination of deep penetration, reliable expansion, and match-grade accuracy makes every shot count when opportunities are limited and stakes are high.