The Barnes 30642 Tipped TSX delivers exceptional terminal performance for 458 SOCOM applications, combining the proven TSX design with a polymer tip for improved ballistic coefficient. This 300-grain boat tail configuration maximizes downrange energy retention while maintaining the devastating expansion characteristics Barnes bullets are known for.
What Makes This Different
The Tipped TSX design incorporates a blue polymer tip that initiates expansion upon impact while improving aerodynamics during flight. Unlike conventional lead-core bullets, the all-copper construction ensures 100% weight retention and deeper penetration. The boat tail profile reduces drag coefficient by approximately 15% compared to flat-base designs, extending effective range and improving wind deflection resistance.
Key Features
- All-copper construction with four razor-sharp cutting petals for maximum tissue damage
- Blue polymer tip enhances ballistic coefficient and triggers reliable expansion
- Boat tail design reduces drag and improves long-range accuracy
- 300-grain weight optimized for 458 SOCOM velocity and energy requirements
- Lead-free construction meets hunting regulations in all states
- Precision-machined grooves reduce barrel fouling and pressure
- 50-round bulk packaging for extended range sessions
Field testing demonstrates consistent 1.5x diameter expansion across velocity ranges from 1,800 to 2,200 fps. The deep-penetrating design proves effective on large game at hunting distances while maintaining accuracy standards suitable for precision applications. Weather-resistant tip material maintains integrity in temperature extremes from -40°F to 140°F.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 458 SOCOM
- Weight: 300 grains
- Construction: All-copper with polymer tip
- Profile: Boat tail spitzer
- Quantity: 50 bullets per box
- Recommended twist rate: 1:14 or faster
- Optimal velocity range: 1,800-2,200 fps
- Manufacturer: Barnes Bullets
- Country of origin: United States
Professional hunters and tactical operators choose Barnes TSX bullets for their consistent performance and reliable terminal ballistics. The 458 SOCOM chambering provides substantial stopping power in a compact platform, making this ammunition choice critical for success.