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Barnes VOR-TX ammunition represents the kind of precision loading you'd expect from hand-loaded ammo, just coming straight from the factory. Every round is loaded with a 100% copper TSX projectile engineered to expand instantly on impact while retaining virtually all of its weight. At 2850 fps muzzle velocity and 1263 ft-lbs of energy, the 70-grain load hits a sweet spot for hunters using AR-platform rifles who need serious terminal performance without excessive recoil or flash.
The TSX bullet's design is where the magic happens. When it impacts game, the nose cavity fills with fluid instantly, causing the bullet to expand into four sharp-edged copper petals. Meanwhile, grooves machined into the bullet's shank act as relief valves, allowing controlled expansion while preventing jacket separation. This isn't theoretical stuff either—the combination of rapid expansion and extreme weight retention creates a wound cavity that far exceeds what lighter, fragmenting bullets can achieve. You're looking at pass-through penetration in most scenarios, which matters when you need to reach vital organs quickly.
The 70-grain weight puts this load at the upper end of what most standard AR-15 barrels handle well. Verify your barrel twist rate can stabilize this projectile—generally a 1:9 or faster will work reliably. The boat-tail design helps with ballistic efficiency downrange, and the load's velocity maintains energy better than lighter alternatives at extended ranges. Factory testing and field reports consistently show tight groups and reliable accuracy in quality rifles, with users reporting sub-1 MOA performance out of match-grade barrels.
Each box contains 20 rounds loaded in reloadable brass cases. These are lead-free projectiles, making them suitable for hunting in any region. The ammunition is designed for both hunting precision and the kind of terminal performance that puts game down reliably.
The 70-grain load works fine in most AR-15s, but your barrel's twist rate matters. A 1:9 or faster twist will stabilize this projectile reliably. Slower twist rates like 1:12 may struggle. Check your barrel specs before ordering if you're unsure.
The TSX expands instantly on impact and retains nearly 100% of its weight, creating a much larger wound cavity than standard expanding bullets. This makes it extremely effective for hunting medium-sized game, though shot placement is always critical for quick, ethical kills.
Yes, the VOR-TX line uses 100% copper bullets with no lead, making it fully compliant with lead-free hunting regulations wherever they apply. The all-copper construction also reduces barrel fouling over time.
The brass cases are reloadable, which some hunters appreciate for cost savings on future loads. However, they arrive primed, so you'll need standard reloading knowledge and equipment to reload them properly.
| Bullet Weight (Grains) | 70 |
|---|---|
| Caliber/Gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 1.85 |
| Grains | 70 gr |
| Length | 5.9500 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 31191 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Triple Shock X |
| Shipping Weight | 0.7 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 716876150922 |
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