Barnes TSX Bullets 6.8mm .277" 85 gr FB 50/ct

The Barnes TSX Bullets 6.8mm .277" 85 grain flat base rounds deliver controlled expansion and weight retention demanded by serious hunters and precision rifle shooters. Engineered from 100 percent copper, these Triple-Shock X-Bullets expand on impact by peeling back four razor-sharp petals that create a devastating wound channel through dense tissue and bone. The 85-grain weight in 6.8 Remington SPC matches the velocity envelope of that cartridge, providing optimal ballistic performance from AR-platform rifles and bolt-action builds chambered in this intermediate rifle round.

Weight retention is critical for barrier penetration and deep-shot reliability. Barnes TSX ammunition retains 100 percent of its original bullet weight through the expansion process, eliminating core-jacket separation that compromises terminal performance. The flat base design enhances accuracy and feeding consistency through magazine-fed systems common to modern tactical and hunting rifles. Each box contains 50 individual rounds, allowing shooters to develop load data, test magazine feeding, and practice at distance without excessive ammunition investment.

This projectile is purpose-built for 6.8 SPC hunting applications where reliable one-shot performance matters. Whether loaded by hand for match-grade precision or factory-assembled in premium ammunition, the TSX design delivers the penetration, expansion, and accuracy needed for medium to large game at intermediate rifle distances. Shooters prioritizing consistent performance and verifiable terminal results choose Barnes bullets as a core component of their reloading regimen or factory ammunition selection.

The 6.8mm .277" diameter bullet works across multiple 6.8 platforms, including 6.8 Remington SPC and 6.8 Western variants, though shooters must verify their specific chamber and twist rate for optimal accuracy. Reloaders should follow Barnes published load data closely, as the solid copper construction generates higher pressures than traditional lead-core rounds in the same weight category.