
.308 | 168gr | Barnes TTSX BT
by Barnes · See details on brand website
The Barnes TTSX BT (Tipped Triple-Shock X Boat Tail) bullet is designed for handloaders and hunters seeking exceptional terminal performance. Constructed from solid copper, it features a polymer tip that enhances ballistics and initiates rapid expansion upon impact. This bullet is ideal for a range of applications, including big game hunting, where maximum weight retention and deep penetration are critical. It is suitable for calibers like .243, .270, and .308, making it versatile for various game such as deer, elk, and other large animals. Advantages of the TTSX BT include its ability to expand consistently across different velocities, reduced barrel fouling due to its all-copper construction, and high ballistic coefficients for improved accuracy. Overall, the Barnes TTSX BT is a top choice for hunters prioritizing both performance and ethical considerations.
Specifications
Weight
168 gr (10.89 g)
Diameter
0.308″ (7.82 mm)
Sectional Density
0.253
BC G1
0.47
Type
TTSX BT
Min. Twist
1:11.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .308 | 168gr | TTSX BT are available in the following cartridges:
.300 Win. Mag.
7.5 x 55 Swiss
.308 Win. Ackley Improved
.300 WSM
.300 Blaser Mag.
.30 R Blaser
.30-06 Spring.
.308 Win.
.300 Weath. Mag.
.300 PRC
.300 Norma Mag.
.30 Nosler
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.
.300 CR
.30 TC
.30-378 Weath. Mag.
.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
.308 Marlin Express
7.62 UKM
.300 Lapua Mag.
.30 Super Fl. H&H
.30-06 R Stief
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
.300 RCM
7.5 x 54 mm MAS
.30-06 Ackley Improved
.300 H&H Mag.
7.82 Warbird
.300 Savage
.30-40 Krag
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Sellier & Bellot · 165gr · BC 0.398
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.308 | 168gr | TSX BT
Barnes · 168gr · BC 0.404
.308 | 165gr | EDH
THAC · 165gr · BC 0.528
.308 | 168gr | HDB Universal
Reichenberg · 168gr · BC 0.272
.308 | 170gr | Blade
SAKO · 170gr
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Community Load Data for .308 | 168gr | TTSX BT
Loads for .308 | 168gr | TTSX BT from our community:
70 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .300 WSM | Alliant Powder Reloder-17 | 24.0 | 66.0 | 2.860 | 62392 (98%) | 3094 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Reload Swiss ReloadSwiss RS 52 | 24.0 | 61.4 | 3.290 | 8 (0%) | 3005 |
| .300 WSM | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 20.0 | 63.4 | 2.795 | 7 (0%) | 2723 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Vihtavuori N140 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 10 (0%) | 2805 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 9 (0%) | 2913 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Reload Swiss ReloadSwiss RS 60 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 5 (0%) | 2405 |
| .308 Win. | Reload Swiss ReloadSwiss RS 40 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.758 | 8 (0%) | 2602 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Hodgdon H4350 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.300 | 56376 (96%) | 2785 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N530 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 51358 (87%) | 2654 |
| .308 Win. | Hodgdon CFE223 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.940 | 56797 (94%) | 2723 |
| .300 Weath. Mag. | Winchester StaBALL HD | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.560 | 52750 (83%) | 3068 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N140 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 8 (0%) | 2651 |
| .308 Win. | Hodgdon CFE223 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.910 | 56623 (94%) | 2717 |
| .308 Win. | Hodgdon CFE223 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.910 | 56478 (94%) | 2713 |
| .308 Win. | Hodgdon CFE223 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.910 | 57479 (95%) | 2726 |
| .308 Win. | Hodgdon CFE223 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.910 | 50618 (84%) | 2628 |
| .300 WSM | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.811 | 7 (0%) | 2720 |
| .300 WSM | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.811 | 7 (0%) | 2713 |
| .300 WSM | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.795 | 7 (0%) | 2707 |
| .300 WSM | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.795 | 7 (0%) | 2753 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 10 (0%) | 2959 |
| .300 Savage | Somchem S341 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.677 | 8 (0%) | 2546 |
| .300 Savage | Vihtavuori N140 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.803 | 8 (0%) | 2621 |
| .300 Savage | Vihtavuori N140 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.803 | 8 (0%) | 2546 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Vihtavuori N550 | 18.5 | ••.• | 3.264 | 7 (0%) | 2543 |