Barnes VOR-TX 30-06 168 Grain TTSX Lead-Free – 20 Rounds

Barnes VOR-TX 30-06 168 grain ammo uses the Tipped Triple-Shock X, or TTSX, an all-copper bullet with a polymer tip. The load is lead-free. Barnes lists 2,800 fps and 2,925 ft-lb at the muzzle, with a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.47 and a sectional density of 0.253. The cases are brass with Boxer primers, the load is non-corrosive, and the brass is reloadable. It is a middle-weight copper load for deer, hogs and elk.

30-06 168 Grain TTSX Specifications

• Caliber: 30-06 Springfield
• Bullet weight: 168 grain
• Bullet type: Barnes Tipped Triple-Shock X (TTSX) Polymer Tip
• Muzzle velocity: 2,800 fps
• Muzzle energy: 2,925 ft-lb
• Quantity: 20-round box
• Case: Brass
• Primer: Boxer
• G1 ballistic coefficient: 0.47
• Sectional density: 0.253
• Non-corrosive: Yes
• Reloadable brass: Yes
• Lead-free: Yes
• Price per round: about $2.90

Best Uses

Zero with this box, and re-check if you move over from a lead-core load, since copper bullets can print in a different spot. The 168-grain TTSX holds its weight and drives deep, so it handles deer and hogs with ease and can take elk at sensible range. The polymer tip helps it fly and starts expansion. It is a good choice for hunters who want one copper load for most of their tags. Barnes VOR-TX 30-06 168 grain also meets lead-free rules where they apply.

Compare it with the Barnes VOR-TX 30-06 150 grain TTSX, or read our 30-06 Springfield ballistic data guide.

Why Buy From Black Ammo Defense

Black Ammo Defense is an licensed firearms licensed dealer, and we ship Barnes VOR-TX 30-06 168 grain and the rest of our 30-06 ammo lineup from Hays, Kansas.

FAQ

What is a TTSX bullet?
TTSX stands for Tipped Triple-Shock X. It is an all-copper hunting bullet from Barnes with a polymer tip in the nose.

Is copper ammo good for deer?
Yes. Copper bullets like the TTSX hold their weight and usually exit, which leaves a good blood trail on deer.

What grain 30-06 for deer?
Most deer loads in 30-06 run 150 to 168 grains. Copper bullets are longer for their weight, so many hunters go a bit lighter than with lead.

Are copper bullets hard on barrels?
Copper can foul some barrels a bit faster than jacketed lead bullets. A copper solvent during normal cleaning keeps the bore in good shape.

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