Fierce Dirtnap 7mm PRC 160gr LRX – Proven Lead Free Hunting Ammo, 20 Rounds

Description

The Fierce Dirtnap 7mm PRC 160gr LRX load pairs the modern 7mm PRC with a lead free Barnes LRX bullet for long-range big game hunting. Fierce Firearms handloads every Dirtnap round in-house, and this load is built for hunters who want deep penetration, high weight retention, and a high ballistic coefficient in one bullet. Each box holds 20 rounds of 7mm PRC ammo, loaded with the consistency that long shots demand.

• Why the Barnes LRX for Big Game
• Fierce Dirtnap 7mm PRC 160gr LRX Specifications
• Field Notes and Hunting Tips

Why the Barnes LRX for Big Game

The Barnes LRX is an all-copper bullet with a polymer tip and a boat tail. With no lead core to separate from a jacket, it holds together as it expands, opening into petals while keeping most of its weight. That construction drives deep, straight penetration through heavy muscle and bone, which is exactly what you want on elk and other large game.

LRX stands for long range, and the design is built for it. The polymer tip and sleek shape give it a high ballistic coefficient for a copper bullet, and Barnes designed it to expand reliably at lower impact velocities than earlier monolithic bullets. That means dependable performance whether the shot is close or several hundred yards out.

A 160 grain bullet hits a sweet spot in the 7mm PRC. It carries enough weight for elk while leaving room for strong velocity and a flat trajectory, and recoil stays manageable for most shooters. The 7mm PRC was designed for long, high-BC bullets, so the cartridge and the LRX are a natural match.

Fierce says all Dirtnap ammunition is loaded to match-grade tolerances with a target velocity standard deviation under 10 fps. Consistent velocity keeps your drop data reliable, and because the bullet is lead free, the load also works where nonlead ammunition is required.

Fierce Dirtnap 7mm PRC 160gr LRX Specifications

Before you build your dope for the season, it helps to know exactly what is in the box. The list below summarizes the distributor data for this item.

• Brand: Fierce Firearms (Dirtnap ammunition)
• Caliber: 7mm PRC
• Bullet weight: 160 grain
• Bullet type: Barnes LRX, all-copper polymer tip boat tail
• Construction: lead free
• Loading: handloaded in-house, target velocity SD under 10 fps
• Quantity: 20 rounds per box
• Manufacturer part number: DNP7PRC160LRX
• UPC: 853418408926

Field Notes and Hunting Tips

Copper bullets are longer than lead bullets of the same weight. Zero your rifle with this exact load, and chronograph it so your ballistic solver has real numbers. Confirm your drops on steel at the distances you plan to hunt.

Clean your barrel with a copper solvent after range sessions. Monolithic bullets can build copper fouling faster than lead core bullets, and a clean bore helps the first shot of the season land where your groups did.

Aim for the heart and lungs just behind the shoulder. This 7mm PRC hunting ammo usually exits, leaving a good blood trail, but give the animal time before you begin tracking. Practice from field positions so you know your real effective range.

Check the regulations for every area you hunt; many places now require nonlead ammunition. Store spare boxes in a cool, dry place away from solvents and lubricants, and keep ammunition out of direct sun in the field.

This load is a strong fit for elk, moose, and mule deer hunters running a 7mm PRC who want a lead free bullet with deep penetration. It also suits hunters in nonlead areas and owners of Fierce rifles who want ammunition built by the same team. If you want 7mm PRC long range ammo that stays together on big game, the Fierce Dirtnap 7mm PRC 160gr LRX is a proven choice.

Want a heavier, high-BC option? The Dirtnap 7mm PRC 180gr VLD-H is another load from the same line, and more details on Dirtnap ammo are available from Fierce Firearms.