
.308 | 130gr | Barnes TSX BT
by Barnes · See details on brand website
The Barnes TSX BT (Triple-Shock X Boat Tail) bullet is designed for handloaders and hunters seeking a premium performance projectile. Constructed from solid copper, this bullet features a grooved design that aids in expansion while ensuring high weight retention. Its boat tail shape enhances aerodynamics, providing flatter trajectories and improved accuracy at long ranges. Typical applications include big game hunting, where it excels in delivering deep penetration and controlled expansion, making it suitable for various calibers such as .243 to .375. The bullet is ideal for hunting deer, elk, moose, and other large game due to its reliability and effectiveness in terminal ballistics. Advantages include reduced lead fouling, increased expansion reliability, and enhanced terminal performance, providing hunters with a dependable option for any hunting scenario.
Specifications
Weight
130 gr (8.42 g)
Diameter
0.308″ (7.82 mm)
Sectional Density
0.196
BC G1
0.34
Type
TSX BT
Min. Twist
1:14.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .308 | 130gr | TSX BT are available in the following cartridges:
.300 Norma Mag.
.308 Win.
.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey
7.62 x 39 (.308) Russian
.300 Win. Mag.
7.82 Warbird
.300 WSM
.30-30 Ackley Improved
.30-06 Spring.
.300 Savage
.30 TC
.30 R Blaser
7.5 x 55 Swiss
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
.300 Weath. Mag.
.300 CR
.30-40 Krag
.308 Norma Mag.
.30 BR
.308 Win. Ackley Improved
.30-378 Weath. Mag.
.300 Blaser Mag.
.300 PRC
.30 Nosler
.300 H&H Mag.
.307 Win.
7.62 UKM
.30 Super Fl. H&H
.30-06 R Stief
.300 RCM
.300 HAM'R
7.5 x 54 mm MAS
.30-06 Ackley Improved
.308 Marlin Express
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
.300 Lapua Mag.
.300 AAC Blackout
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Atomic 29 · 135gr · BC 0.175
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Atomic 29 · 130gr · BC 0.338
.311 | 130gr | Impala LWHV LS
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.308 | 135gr | CutEdge ER Raptor
Cutting Edge · 135gr · BC 0.352
.308 | 130gr | X BT
Barnes · 130gr · BC 0.34
.308 | 130gr | Impala LWHV LS
Impala Bullets · 130gr · BC 0.313
.308 | 130gr | Ferrobull Entox Sport
Ferrobull Europe · 130gr
.308 | 134gr | CutEdge ESP Raptor
Cutting Edge · 134gr · BC 0.295
.308 | 125gr | X S
Barnes · 125gr · BC 0.344
.311 | 134gr | CutEdge ESP Raptor
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Community Load Data for .308 | 130gr | TSX BT
Loads for .308 | 130gr | TSX BT from our community:
7 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .308 Win. | Hodgdon H322 | 22.0 | 44.0 | 2.800 | 51956 (86%) | 2930 |
| .308 Win. | Winchester 748 | 22.0 | 47.0 | 2.800 | 46273 (77%) | 2867 |
| .308 Win. | Hodgdon H4895 | 22.0 | 45.0 | 2.800 | 45256 (75%) | 2822 |
| .308 Win. | Winchester StaBALL Match | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 47921 (80%) | 2808 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N530 | 19.7 | ••.• | 2.835 | 44251 (74%) | 2707 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N530 | 19.7 | ••.• | 2.835 | 54824 (91%) | 2890 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N530 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 56333 (94%) | 2920 |