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Tipped Triple-Shock X 450 Caliber (0.450'''') Bullets - 45 Caliber (0.450'''') 250gr Ttsx Boat Tail 20/Box
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SKU: 749019359
Overview
Built for hunters who want a projectile suited to extended-range shooting, this bullet combines a copper body with multiple ring construction and a streamlined polymer tip. The re-engineered nose cavity is designed to promote faster expansion, while the boat tail profile supports improved long-range ballistics. It is intended for serious field use where controlled expansion and high weight retention are priorities. Offered by Barnes Bullets in a 20-count box, it fits a practical hunting setup without unnecessary extras.
Why Hunters Choose the Barnes Bullets
Streamlined Polymer
Tip supports improved long-range ballistics
Re-engineered Nose
Cavity promotes faster expansion
Nearly 100%
Weight retention is stated in
Copper Body
Multiple ring construction
Packaged 20
Bullets per box for convenient
Key Features
- Tipped TSX design with a streamlined polymer tip for improved long-range ballistics.
- Copper body with multiple ring construction, matching the TSX platform.
- Re-engineered nose cavity is designed for faster expansion than the TSX.
- Claims nearly 100% weight retention.
- Packaged as 250gr TTSX Boat Tail bullets.
- Sold in a 20-bullet box by Barnes Bullets.
Best Used For
- Hunters loading 45 caliber rifles for long-range shots where streamlined bullet design matters
- Shooters wanting a tipped bullet option for controlled expansion and high weight retention
- Big-game hunters seeking a 20-count box for practice and hunting loads
- Reloaders who prefer Barnes Bullets projectiles with a boat tail profile
- Users comparing bullet options for accurate, extended-range hunting applications
Specifications
| Accuracy | Deadly accuracy |
|---|---|
| Box Count | 20/Box |
| Bullet Type | Ttsx Boat Tail |
| Bullet Weight | 250gr |
| Caliber | 45 Caliber (0.450'''') |
| Copper Body | Yes |
| Expansion | Even faster expansion than the TSX |
| Long Range Ballistics | Yes |
| Multiple Ring Construction | Yes |
| Polymer Tip | Yes |
| Re Engineered Nose Cavity | Yes |
| Terminal Performance | Excellent terminal performance |
| Weight Retention | Nearly 100% |
Pros
- Streamlined polymer tip supports improved long-range ballistics.
- Re-engineered nose cavity promotes faster expansion.
- Nearly 100% weight retention is stated in the product description.
- Copper body with multiple ring construction.
- Packaged 20 bullets per box for convenient loading supply.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for .45 caliber (.450") use, so it is not a universal option for other chamberings or bullet diameters.
- The 250 gr TTSX Boat Tail configuration may require load development to match a specific rifle and hunting setup.
- The streamlined polymer tip is intended to improve long-range ballistics, but that benefit is most relevant when your use case includes extended-distance shooting.
- As a 20-count box, it is a relatively small quantity for high-volume practice or frequent load testing.
Suggested Comparisons
- .45 caliber rifle bullets
- Monolithic copper bullets
- Polymer-tipped hunting bullets
- Boat tail bullets
Suggested Accessories
- Bullet puller
- Reloading press
- Powder scale
- Bullet storage box
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes these Tipped Triple-Shock X bullets different from standard TSX bullets?
According to the product description, they use the same copper body and multiple ring construction as the TSX, but add a streamlined polymer tip and a re-engineered nose cavity.
What is the bullet weight and caliber listed for this product?
The title lists these as 45 caliber (0.450") bullets in 250 grain weight.
How many bullets come in a box?
The product title lists this as a 20/Box item.
What is the stated purpose of the polymer tip?
The description says the streamlined polymer tip is added to improve long-range ballistics.
Does the product description mention terminal performance or weight retention?
Yes. The description states that the tip and re-engineered nose cavity provide even faster expansion than the TSX with nearly 100% weight retention, deadly accuracy, and excellent terminal performance.