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Lrx(R) 7mm (.284'''') Polymer Tip Boat Tail Rifle Bullets - 7mm (0.284'''') 139gr Lrx Boat Tail 50/Box
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SKU: 100033027
Overview
Built for hunters looking to extend their reach, this Barnes LRX bullet is designed around a 100% copper construction and a tipped profile intended for long-range use. The larger ogive and boat tail are presented as features that support ballistic performance, while the polymer tip is meant to initiate expansion on impact. It is a 7mm, 139-grain option packaged 50 per box, making it suited to hunters who want a dedicated component for long-range rifle loads. As with any hunting bullet, performance will still depend on proper load development and the rifle it is paired with.
Why Hunters Choose the Barnes Bullets
100% Copper,
Lead-free bullet construction
Polymer Tip
Initiates expansion on contact
Boat Tail
Larger ogive support higher ballistic
Four Cutting
Petals are designed for extensive
Packaged 50
Bullets per box
Key Features
- 100% copper LRX bullet design with no lead content.
- Polymer tip initiates expansion on contact.
- Nose cavity opens instantly and doubles original diameter.
- Four cutting petals are described for internal damage.
- Larger ogive and boat tail lengths are intended to increase B.C. values.
- 7mm (.284) 139-grain boat tail bullets, 50 per box.
Best Used For
- Long-range hunters loading 7mm rifles for extended-distance shots on game
- Shooters seeking a lead-free, 100% copper bullet option
- Hunters who prefer polymer-tip bullets with boat tail design
- Reloaders wanting Barnes LRX bullets in a 50-count box
Specifications
| B C Improvement | Larger ogive and boat tail lengths increase B.C. values |
|---|---|
| Boat Tail | Yes |
| Bullet Caliber | 7mm (.284) |
| Bullet Type | LRX Boat Tail |
| Bullet Weight | 139 gr |
| Country Of Origin | Barnes Bullets |
| Cutting Petals | 4 |
| Diameter Expansion | Doubles original diameter |
| Expansion Description | Polymer tip starts expansion and opens the nose cavity instantly on contact |
| Lead Free | Yes |
| Long Range Use | Yes |
| Material | 100% copper |
| Ogive | Larger ogive |
| Quantity | 50/Box |
| Tip Type | Polymer Tip |
Pros
- 100% copper, lead-free bullet construction
- Polymer tip initiates expansion on contact
- Boat tail and larger ogive support higher ballistic coefficient
- Four cutting petals are designed for extensive internal damage
- Packaged 50 bullets per box
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The 139gr weight and 7mm (.284) diameter make this a specific fit for compatible rifles and load development, so it is not a general-purpose option.
- This is a 50-count box, which may be suitable for hunting loads but is a smaller quantity than bulk practice components.
- The design is centered on long-range hunting use, so it is more specialized than a standard all-around bullet choice.
- The polymer tip and expansion-focused design are intended for terminal performance, which means it is not aimed at non-expanding or target-only use.
Suggested Comparisons
- Hunting bullets
- Lead-free bullets
- Long-range rifle bullets
- 7mm rifle bullets
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading press
- Bullet comparator
- Powder scale
- Case trimmer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in this box of Barnes LRX bullets?
This product is a 50-count box of 7mm (.284) 139 grain LRX Boat Tail rifle bullets.
Are these lead-free bullets?
Yes. The product description states that the LRX line uses 100% copper bullets with no lead.
What is the purpose of the polymer tip on these bullets?
According to the description, the polymer tip starts bullet expansion and opens the nose cavity on contact.
What design features are mentioned for long-range use?
The description says the bullets use a larger ogive and boat tail lengths to increase ballistic coefficient values for improved long-range ballistic performance.
What terminal design details are provided?
The description says the bullet is designed to double its original diameter on expansion and uses four cutting petals.