Norma ORYX ammunition in 35 Whelen (part no. 20190092) loads a 250-grain bonded soft point bullet at a listed 2,428 feet per second, built for the all-round hunter who wants one dependable bullet across a range of big game. ORYX is Norma’s bonded hunting design known for good accuracy, massive mushrooming, and high residual weight, a combination that has made it one of the most popular Norma bullets in the years since its release. The bonded construction resists jacket-core separation on impact, so the bullet holds together and drives deep even after expanding. For 35 Whelen hunters who want proven, dependable terminal performance, this rifle ammunition is built for the field.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is 35 Whelen, a hard-hitting, medium-bore big-game cartridge.
• The bullet weighs 250 grains, a heavy weight built for penetration on large game.
• Muzzle velocity is listed at 2,428 feet per second, solid speed for the heavy 250-grain bullet.
• The bullet type is bonded soft point, Norma’s ORYX design.
• Bonded construction delivers massive mushrooming and high residual weight, per Norma’s design intent.
• ORYX is built for the all-round hunter, available across most calibers from .222 Remington to .375 H&H Magnum.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes ORYX a good all-around hunting bullet? Its bonded construction delivers good accuracy, massive mushrooming, and high residual weight, a combination Norma built specifically to simplify cartridge choice across game sizes.

What game is the 250gr ORYX in 35 Whelen suited for? The heavy 250-grain bonded bullet is well suited to large, tough North American big game.

Buy Norma ORYX 35 Whelen 250gr

An all-round hunting bullet earns that name by performing on whatever walks in front of it, and ORYX has done exactly that for years. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.