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Tipped Tsx 270 Cal (.270) Polymer Tip Boat Tail Rifle Bullets - 270 Caliber (0.270'''') 130gr Ttsx Boat Tail 50/Box

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Barnes Tipped

Polymer tip boat tail design

130-grain Bullet

Weight, sold 50 rounds per

Polymer Tip

Is stated to boost ballistic

Re-engineered Nose

Cavity is designed for faster

Listed Hunting

Big game as the stated

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SKU: 749004966

Overview

Built for hunting big game, this 130-grain polymer tip boat tail bullet is designed to support expansion while also improving ballistic coefficient. The re-engineered nose cavity is intended to promote faster expansion, making it a practical choice for hunters looking for a dedicated hunting projectile in .270 caliber. With 50 rounds per box, it suits range work and load development as well as field use.

Why Hunters Choose the Barnes Bullets

Polymer Tip

Is designed to boost ballistic

Re-engineered Nose

Cavity is described as promoting

Hunting Big

Game pursuits

130-grain Bullet

Weight suits a dedicated hunting

50 Bullets

Per box offers practical quantity

Key Features

  • Barnes Tipped TSX rifle bullets in .270 caliber with polymer tip boat tail design.
  • 130-grain bullet weight, sold 50 rounds per box.
  • Polymer tip is stated to boost ballistic coefficient and initiate expansion.
  • Re-engineered nose cavity is designed for faster expansion.
  • Listed for hunting use, with big game as the stated pursuit.
  • G1 ballistic coefficient listed at 0.392 and sectional density at 0.242.

Best Used For

  • Hunters loading .270 caliber rifles for big game hunting applications.
  • Shooters wanting a polymer tip boat tail bullet in a 50-round box.
  • Hunters prioritizing a bullet designed to initiate expansion on impact.
  • Users seeking a 130-grain hunting bullet with listed G1 BC and sectional density.

Specifications

Bullet StylePolymer Tip Boat Tail
Bullet Weight Grains130
Country Of OriginBarnes Bullets
Diameter0.277"
G1 Bc0.392
Length1.322
Product LineTTSX
PurposeHunting
PursuitBig Game
Rounds Per Box50
Sectional Density0.242

Pros

  • Polymer tip is designed to boost ballistic coefficient and initiate expansion.
  • Re-engineered nose cavity is described as promoting faster expansion.
  • Built for hunting and big game pursuits.
  • 130-grain bullet weight suits a dedicated hunting load.
  • 50 bullets per box offers practical quantity for load development or range use.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Designed for hunting use, so it is not a general-purpose target bullet.
  • The polymer tip and boat-tail design are intended to support expansion and ballistic coefficient, which may not suit shooters looking for a simpler bullet profile.
  • At 130 grains, it is a specific load choice rather than a one-size-fits-all option for every .270 setup.
  • Packaged 50 per box, which may be more than needed for occasional sight-in or limited-range use.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Big game hunting bullets
  • Polymer tip rifle bullets
  • Boat tail rifle bullets
  • .270 caliber bullets

Suggested Accessories

  • Ammunition storage box
  • Cartridge case holder
  • Hearing protection
  • Cleaning kit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this bullet intended for?

It is listed for hunting, with a pursuit focus on big game.

How many bullets come in a box?

There are 50 rounds per box.

What bullet style is listed for this load?

The listed bullet style is Polymer Tip Boat Tail.

What are the listed ballistic specifications?

The provided specs list a G1 BC of 0.392 and a sectional density of 0.242.

What weight and diameter are listed for this bullet?

The listed bullet weight is 130 grains, and the diameter is shown as 0.277 inches.