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Barnes Spit-Fire T-Ez Bullets - Spit-Fire 50 Caliber (0.510'''') 250gr T-Ex Flat Base 15/Box
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SKU: 749065026
Overview
Built for muzzleloader hunters who want a smoother loading experience, this bullet is designed to seat with less ramrod pressure, even in tight bores. The sabot and flat-base design support easier loading while keeping the focus on consistent accuracy from Barnes’ MZ line. Its 100% copper construction and polymer tip are intended to promote expansion at both close and extended range, with six cutting petals for deeper penetration. It is a practical choice for hunters looking for a .50-caliber projectile suited to both short- and long-range muzzleloader use.
Why Hunters Choose the Barnes Bullets
Loads Easier
In tight bores thanks to
Reduced Ramrod
Loading and seating the bullet
.50-caliber Muzzleloaders
A flat-base profile
Polymer Tip
Is stated to enhance expansion
Built From
100% copper and offered in
Key Features
- .50-caliber, 250-grain Spit-Fire T-EZ muzzleloader bullets
- Sabot design reduces ramrod pressure for easier loading and seating
- Flat-base bullets intended for tight bores
- 100% copper construction with polymer tip
- Designed to expand at close and extended range
- Packaged 15 bullets per box
Best Used For
- Hunters using tight-bore .50-caliber muzzleloaders who want easier loading and seating
- Muzzleloader shooters seeking a flat-base bullet with a sabot for reduced ramrod pressure
- Hunters planning close- to extended-range shots and wanting polymer-tip expansion
- Serious users prioritizing all-copper construction and controlled expansion in a muzzleloader bullet
Specifications
| Base Type | Flat base |
|---|---|
| Bullet Material | 100% copper |
| Bullet Type | T-Ex Flat Base |
| Bullet Weight | 250gr |
| Caliber | 0.510'''' |
| Expansion | Expands at both close and extended range |
| Loading Feature | Loads easier, even in tight bores |
| Petal Design | Six razor-edge cutting petals |
| Quantity | 15/Box |
| Sabot Included | Yes |
| Tip Material | Polymer tip |
Pros
- Loads easier in tight bores thanks to the included sabot design.
- Reduced ramrod pressure helps with loading and seating the bullet.
- Designed for .50-caliber muzzleloaders with a flat-base profile.
- Polymer tip is stated to enhance expansion and boost BC.
- Built from 100% copper and offered in a 250-grain weight.
- Expands at close and extended range, according to the product description.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for .50-caliber muzzleloaders only, so they are not a general-purpose projectile option.
- The sabot is intended to reduce ramrod pressure and ease loading, which is helpful in tight bores but adds an extra component to manage.
- These are flat-base bullets, so they are built around a specific muzzleloader setup rather than a universal fit.
- Pack size is 15 bullets per box, which may be limiting for higher-volume practice or extended range sessions.
Suggested Comparisons
- Muzzleloader bullets
- Saboted bullets
- Big game hunting ammunition components
- Reloading components
Suggested Accessories
- Bullet starter or loading tool
- Muzzleloader cleaning supplies
- Powder measure
- Priming accessories
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber and weight are these Barnes Spit-Fire T-Ez bullets?
They are .50 caliber (0.510") bullets in a 250 grain weight, sold 15 per box.
Are these designed for easier loading in muzzleloaders?
Yes. The product description says the Spit-Fire T-EZ bullets load easier, even in tight bores, and that a sabot reduces the ramrod pressure required to load and seat them.
What type of bullet construction is listed?
The description states these are 100% copper bullets with a polymer tip and a flat base.
What does Barnes say about expansion?
Barnes says these bullets expand at both close and extended range, creating six razor-edge cutting petals that maximize shock and penetration.
Is the bullet intended for long-range use?
The description says the polymer tip boosts BC for superior long-range ballistics, but it does not provide specific range data or performance numbers.