Federal 300 Win Mag 165gr Barnes TSX – Powerful Lead Free Hunting Ammo, 20 Rounds

Description

Federal 300 Win Mag 165gr Barnes TSX ammunition loads the proven Barnes Triple-Shock X bullet into one of the most popular long range hunting cartridges in North America. The 165 grain all copper hollow point leaves the muzzle at about 3,050 feet per second with a ballistic coefficient of .398, and it keeps nearly all of its weight on impact for deep penetration. Each box holds 20 rounds.

• All Copper Performance for Big Game
• Federal 300 Win Mag 165gr Barnes TSX Specifications
• Field Notes and Hunting Tips

All Copper Performance for Big Game

The Barnes TSX is a one piece copper bullet with a deep hollow point. On impact the nose opens into large, consistent petals while the solid copper shank keeps driving forward. Because there is no lead core to separate from a jacket, the bullet holds together through heavy muscle and bone, which is why so many elk, moose and bear hunters trust it.

Grooves cut into the bullet shank reduce the contact area with the rifling. That lowers pressure, cuts down on copper fouling and helps the bullet group tightly. Paired with the 300 Winchester Magnum, the 165 grain TSX offers a flat trajectory that stays above 2,150 feet per second at 400 yards according to Federal’s published data.

Since the bullet is lead free, this load is also a good option in areas that restrict lead ammunition for hunting.

Federal 300 Win Mag 165gr Barnes TSX Specifications

These figures follow Federal’s published data for item P300WR, which matches the distributor listings for UPC 029465098544.

• Brand: Federal Premium
• Product line: Barnes TSX
• Manufacturer item number: P300WR
• Caliber: 300 Winchester Magnum
• Bullet: 165 grain Barnes Triple-Shock X, all copper hollow point
• Muzzle velocity: about 3,050 fps
• Ballistic coefficient: .398
• Bullet length: 1.301 inches
• Weight retention: nearly 100 percent
• Lead free: yes
• Usage: big game, long range
• Rounds per box: 20

Field Notes and Hunting Tips

Use Federal 300 Win Mag 165gr Barnes TSX ammo only in rifles chambered for 300 Winchester Magnum.

Copper bullets are longer than lead core bullets of the same weight. Always re-zero when switching loads and confirm your drops at the distances you plan to hunt.

Copper fouling builds up over time. Run a copper solvent through the bore every few range sessions to hold accuracy.

Practice from field positions such as sitting, kneeling and prone off a pack. Magnum recoil rewards a solid, repeatable shooting position.

Federal 300 Win Mag 165gr Barnes TSX ammo is a powerful choice for elk, moose, bear and large deer hunters who want deep penetration and a flat trajectory, and for anyone who hunts where lead free ammunition is required.

The 300 Winchester Magnum has earned its reputation as a do it all cartridge for hunters who travel. It carries enough energy for elk at long range yet remains manageable in a well fitted rifle. Federal 300 Win Mag 165gr Barnes TSX ammo makes the most of that versatility with a lighter, faster bullet that shoots flat and still penetrates like a heavier one.

Shot placement still matters with any bullet. Aim for the heart and lung area, wait for a broadside or slightly quartering angle, and know your limits. The deep penetration of the Federal 300 Win Mag 165gr Barnes TSX gives you more margin on steeper angles, but a well placed shot is always the goal.

Keep your ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original box. Buying a few boxes of Federal 300 Win Mag 165gr Barnes TSX from the same lot lets you zero once and hunt the whole season with confidence, knowing every round will print where you expect.

Need a rifle to match? See the Springfield 2020 Boundary 300 Win Mag, or read Federal’s Barnes TSX 300 Win Mag product page for full ballistics.