
.284 | 168gr | 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
168 gr (10.89 g)
Diameter
0.284″ (7.21 mm)
Sectional Density
0.298
BC G1
0.513
BC G7
0.256
Type
LRX BT
Min. Twist
1:8.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .284 | 168gr | LRX BT are available in the following cartridges:
.280 Ackley Improved
7 x 64 Brenneke
.280 Rem.
7 x 57
7 mm Exp. Rem.
7 mm PRC
7 mm Rem. Mag.
7 mm Weath. Mag.
7 x 75 R SE v. Hofe
7 mm Blaser Mag.
7 x 61 S&H (Super)
7 mm STW
7 x 57 R
7-.300 Norma Mag.
7 mm KM Katzmaier
7 x 72 R
7 mm Backcountry
7 mm Mag. Fl. H&H
7 x 66 SE v. Hofe
7 mm Rem. Ultra Mag.
7.21 Firebird
.28 Nosler
7 x 65 R Brenneke
7 FCP
7-6.5 PRCW
7 mm SAW
.280 Riml. N.E. Ross
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Community Load Data for .284 | 168gr | LRX BT
Loads for .284 | 168gr | LRX BT from our community:
35 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N560 | 22.0 | 67.0 | 3.290 | 58378 (90%) | 2877 |
| 7 mm Rem. Mag. | Vihtavuori N570 | 26.0 | 65.0 | 3.290 | 38522 (62%) | 2674 |
| 7 mm PRC | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 24.4 | 63.0 | 3.327 | 9 (0%) | 2920 |
| 7 mm PRC | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.327 | 9 (0%) | 2910 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 20.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 56884 (88%) | 2766 |
| 7 mm PRC | Winchester StaBALL HD | 20.0 | ••.• | 3.307 | 8 (0%) | 2831 |
| 7 mm PRC | Winchester StaBALL HD | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.500 | 64846 (100%) | 3051 |
| 7 mm PRC | Winchester StaBALL HD | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.500 | 59843 (92%) | 2992 |
| 7 mm PRC | Alliant Powder Reloder-23 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 57566 (89%) | 2795 |
| .280 Ackley Improved | Hodgdon H4350 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.330 | 57276 (88%) | 2661 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon Retumbo | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 37550 (58%) | 2526 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon Retumbo | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 34272 (53%) | 2441 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon Retumbo | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 30922 (48%) | 2346 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H4831 SC | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 54737 (84%) | 2749 |
| 7 mm Rem. Mag. | Hodgdon Retumbo | 26.0 | ••.• | 3.400 | 40118 (64%) | 2703 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N565 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.243 | 45788 (70%) | 2648 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H4831 SC | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.135 | 57087 (88%) | 2776 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H4831 SC | 26.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 56101 (86%) | 2887 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H4831 SC | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 56101 (86%) | 2769 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N565 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 58668 (90%) | 2867 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N565 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 55941 (86%) | 2825 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N565 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.481 | 55201 (85%) | 2818 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N565 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.400 | 54505 (84%) | 2805 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N565 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.085 | 51532 (79%) | 2746 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N565 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.250 | 58233 (90%) | 2858 |