Description
The Weatherby Select Plus in .257 Weatherby Magnum with 100-grain Barnes Tipped TSX delivers exactly what you want from a magnum hunting load: genuine flat shooting performance and hard-hitting reliability. This is the real deal for hunters who expect premium ammunition from the box.
Tipped TSX Technology at Magnum Velocity
The Barnes Tipped TSX features an all-copper construction with multiple bands cut into the shank, giving you a bullet that expands predictably while retaining nearly all its weight. Add the polymer tip and you get improved ballistic coefficients that help maintain velocity at distance. At 3570 fps from the Select Plus load, the 100-grain bullet carries serious downrange energy. The tipped design also enables faster expansion than traditional TSX, meaning you get energy transfer where it matters.
Built on Weatherby Magnum Heritage
Select Plus ammunition combines Weatherby's proven magnum cartridge design with quality components you can trust. The brass is premium Norma material, loaded with consistent powders and reliable primers. This attention to detail means tight shot-to-shot consistency, which translates to tight groups at distance. Real hunters in the field have confirmed this load shoots sub-MOA groups out of quality rifles, making it viable for extended-range situations where precision matters.
Medium Game Performance
This load sits in the sweet spot for deer, antelope, and similar-sized game where the .257 Weatherby becomes truly special. The 100-grain weight gives you that flat trajectory Roy Weatherby originally designed for, with trajectory management that lets you hold dead-on past 300 yards in typical hunting conditions. Penetration is reliable thanks to the TSX design, which works particularly well on heavier-bodied game and brush shots where you need a bullet that doesn't fail. The relatively mild recoil for a magnum round keeps shooting manageable across multiple shots or during longer hunting days.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .257 Weatherby Magnum
- Bullet Weight: 100 Grains
- Bullet Type: Barnes Tipped TSX (Lead-Free)
- Muzzle Velocity: 3570 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 2830 ft-lbs
- Case Type: Brass, Boxer-Primed
- Reloadable: Yes
- Rounds Per Box: 20
- Manufacturer: Weatherby
- Manufacturer Part Number: B257100TTSX
- UPC: 747115415991
- Application: Medium Game Hunting
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of factory-loaded .257 Weatherby Magnum ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Tipped TSX different from the standard TSX bullet?
The Tipped TSX adds a streamlined polymer tip that improves ballistic coefficient and long-range performance while enabling faster expansion than the traditional TSX design. It maintains the 100-percent copper body construction that Barnes is known for, giving you reliable penetration and near-complete weight retention even at the high velocities the .257 Weatherby generates.
Is the .257 Weatherby Magnum suitable for longer-range hunting?
The .257 Weatherby earned its reputation for flat shooting, and this Select Plus load at 3570 fps exemplifies that. The load is capable of effective shots well beyond 300 yards in experienced hands, with the 100-grain Tipped TSX maintaining energy and accuracy at distance. Many hunters use this combination for everything from pronghorn in open country to longer-range deer hunting in canyons and across valleys.
Can I reload these brass cases?
Yes. Weatherby ammunition is loaded in high-quality boxer-primed brass designed for reloading. The cases are built to Norma standards and will provide multiple reloadings when handled properly, making them valuable for handloaders looking to further tune loads for their specific rifle.
How does this compare to other .257 Weatherby factory loads?
The 100-grain Tipped TSX is the heavier of Weatherby's lead-free offerings and represents one of the stoutest factory loads for this cartridge. It strikes a balance between trajectory and penetration that appeals to hunters who want a single load for medium game. Other weights and bullet types exist, but the Tipped TSX is recognized for consistent accuracy and reliable field performance.





Reviews
There are no reviews yet.