Barnes Triple-Shock X (TSX) 30-30 Caliber 150 Grain Flat Nose Lead-Free Bullets - Box of 50

Barnes Triple-Shock X (TSX) 30-30 caliber bullets deliver the controlled expansion and weight retention serious hunters demand. Built from 100 percent copper, these 150-grain flat-nose rounds are engineered to expand reliably on impact while punching through bone and heavy tissue—exactly what you need when a single well-placed shot is your only chance. Unlike traditional lead-core designs, TSX bullets shed no weight on impact, meaning the energy that drops game stays in the game, not scattered downrange.

The flat-nose profile makes them ideally suited to lever guns and tube magazines, where hunting rifles like the Marlin 336 and Winchester 94 see their heaviest use. Whether you're loading for whitetail in thick brush or elk in rugged country, these bullets perform across the hunting spectrum. The 150-grain weight is the workhorse of the 30-30 round—proven to deliver on everything from doe to larger game within the cartridge's effective range.

Barnes TSX rounds are reloader's bullets, so you'll be seating them yourself. The manufacturer recommends adjusting your seating depth from 0.03 to 0.07 inches depending on your rifle's magazine length and throat—a small adjustment that can unlock the accuracy your gun is capable of. Each box contains 50 projectiles, enough for a season of load development and hunting.

Key Features

• 100 percent copper construction—no lead core, no fragmentation
• Expands on impact with controlled petal separation for deep penetration
• Retains 100 percent of bullet weight for consistent energy transfer
• Flat-nose profile designed for lever-gun magazine feeding
• 150 grains optimized for 30-30 Winchester performance

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these bullets compatible with my lever-action rifle?

Yes. The flat-nose design is specifically engineered for lever guns and tube magazines common to rifles like the Marlin 336 and Winchester 94. This profile prevents bullet-to-primer strikes when stacked in a magazine during recoil.

Will these work for hunting, or are they just range ammunition?

These are hunting bullets. The 100 percent copper construction and controlled-expansion design are built for taking game. They're designed to expand on impact and retain all their weight, making them effective across typical hunting ranges for the 30-30.

Do I need special loading dies or equipment to reload these?

No special equipment is required. These are standard rifle bullets that you'll load using typical 30-30 reloading dies and your standard press. You will need to develop your load and may adjust seating depth between 0.03 and 0.07 inches based on your specific rifle.

How much do 50 bullets cost per round?

We don't publish per-round pricing on our site, but when you add these to your cart, you'll see the box price for the full 50-count package.