Barnes Bullets LRX Long Range Bullets and Loaded Ammo: Guns & Gear|S6

Published on October 21, 2014
Duration: 4:22

This video details the Barnes LRX Long Range X-Bullet, highlighting its development and performance in the 338 Lapua Magnum cartridge. It showcases accuracy testing at 300 yards using an acoustic target system, demonstrating the bullet's consistency and potential for long-range hunting and shooting applications. The LRX is presented as a reliable all-copper option for hunters seeking both expansion and deep penetration.

Quick Summary

The Barnes LRX (Long Range X-Bullet) is an all-copper projectile designed for long-range shooting and hunting. It features a long, skinny profile with a high ballistic coefficient, engineered for consistent expansion and deep penetration across various velocities. Testing showed a 2.95-inch group (under 1 MOA) at 300 yards with a low standard deviation of 6 fps.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Barnes LRX Bullets
  2. 00:14Development of the LRX Bullet
  3. 00:26LRX in 338 Lapua Loaded Ammunition
  4. 00:46Military Experience with 338 Lapua
  5. 00:55LRX Bullet Design and Performance
  6. 01:10Testing Facility and Range Setup
  7. 01:18Acoustic Target System Explained
  8. 01:41Shooting the 300 Yard Group
  9. 01:56Group Size and Accuracy Results
  10. 02:08Interpreting Long Range Accuracy
  11. 02:28Load Consistency and Standard Deviation
  12. 02:48Conclusion: Barnes LRX Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Barnes LRX bullet?

The Barnes LRX (Long Range X-Bullet) is an all-copper projectile designed for long-range shooting and hunting. It features a long, skinny profile with a high ballistic coefficient, engineered for consistent expansion and deep penetration across various velocities.

How accurate is the Barnes LRX in 338 Lapua Magnum?

During testing at 300 yards, a five-shot group of Barnes LRX ammunition in 338 Lapua Magnum measured 2.95 inches, which equates to just under one minute of angle. This demonstrates excellent accuracy for the cartridge and bullet combination.

What makes the Barnes LRX suitable for hunting?

The LRX bullet is designed to hold together reliably, ensuring it expands effectively and provides deep penetration, even at high close-range velocities or lower extended-range velocities. This terminal performance is crucial for quick, humane dispatch of game.

How consistent is the Barnes LRX 338 Lapua ammunition?

The tested Barnes LRX 338 Lapua ammunition exhibited remarkable consistency, with a standard deviation of only six feet per second across five shots. This indicates a very stable and predictable load.

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