The Barnes TSX (Triple-Shock X) .22 Cal 70 gr Boat Tail (Barnes part no. 30193) is built entirely from copper, with no fragmentation and up to 28 percent deeper penetration than a comparable lead-core bullet at the same weight retention. Multiple precisely engineered rings cut into the bullet shank act as relief valves as the bullet travels down the bore, which improves accuracy, reduces pressure spikes that let handloaders push higher velocities, and cuts down on copper fouling.

Key Specifications

• Bullet diameter matches .224-inch cartridges.
• Bullet weight is 70 grains for this TSX loading.
• Built from 100 percent copper with no fragmentation on impact.
• Penetrates without fragmenting, up to 28 percent deeper than a comparable lead-core bullet.
• Precisely engineered shank rings act as pressure relief valves, improving accuracy and reducing fouling.
• Packaged 50 per box.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the TSX use shank rings instead of a smooth bullet body? The rings act as relief valves as the bullet travels down the bore, which Barnes credits with improved accuracy, reduced pressure, and less copper fouling.

How does an all-copper bullet compare to lead-core on penetration? Barnes reports up to 28 percent deeper penetration than lead-core bullets of comparable weight retention, since the copper body doesn’t shed mass on impact.

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