
.257 | 101gr | Barnes LRX BT
by Barnes · See details on brand website
The Barnes LRX BT bullet is designed for handloaders and hunters seeking superior performance in terminal ballistics. Constructed with a solid copper core and a polymer tip, the LRX BT promotes rapid expansion and deep penetration, making it ideal for a variety of hunting scenarios. It is suitable for use on medium to large game, such as deer, elk, and bear, and performs exceptionally well in various calibers. The advantages of the LRX BT include high weight retention, deep penetration, and controlled expansion, ensuring a lethal impact while minimizing meat damage. Its streamlined design enhances ballistic efficiency, providing hunters with increased accuracy and distance.
Specifications
Weight
101 gr (6.54 g)
Diameter
0.257″ (6.53 mm)
Sectional Density
0.218
BC G1
0.4
BC G7
0.194
Type
LRX BT
Min. Twist
1:9.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .257 | 101gr | LRX BT are available in the following cartridges:
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Community Load Data for .257 | 101gr | LRX BT
Loads for .257 | 101gr | LRX BT from our community:
10 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .25-06 Ackley Improved | Ramshot Ramshot Magnum | 24.0 | 61.4 | 3.237 | 43816 (67%) | 3002 |
| .25-06 Rem. | Alliant Powder Alliant Reloder-16 | 26.0 | 52.0 | 3.201 | 58813 (90%) | 3327 |
| .25-06 Rem. | Alliant Powder Alliant Reloder-16 | 26.0 | 52.7 | 3.201 | 61308 (94%) | 3360 |
| .25-06 Rem. | Alliant Powder Alliant Reloder-16 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.201 | 61308 (94%) | 3301 |
| .25-06 Ackley Improved | Accurate Powders Accurate 4350 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.237 | 63353 (97%) | 3304 |
| .25-06 Rem. | IMR 7828 SSC | 26.0 | ••.• | 3.250 | 54868 (84%) | 3274 |
| .25-06 Rem. | Hodgdon Superformance | 26.0 | ••.• | 3.250 | 60669 (93%) | 3353 |
| .25-06 Rem. | Hodgdon Retumbo | 26.0 | ••.• | 3.250 | 46354 (71%) | 3196 |
| .25-06 Rem. | IMR 7828 SSC | 26.0 | ••.• | 3.250 | 56550 (87%) | 3301 |
| .25-06 Rem. | IMR 4350 | 26.0 | ••.• | 3.250 | 56057 (86%) | 3235 |