Barnes TSX 6mm 85 grain boat tail bullets (30212) are all-copper hunting projectiles in .243 diameter designed for flat shooting 6mm cartridges. This 85 grain TSX BT bullet is a strong choice for hunters who want lead-free, controlled expansion performance on medium game with modern 6mm rifles.
Key Features
- Manufacturer part number: 30212
- Caliber: 6mm
- Bullet diameter: 0.243 inch
- Bullet weight: 85 grain
- Bullet type: TSX (Triple-Shock X) hollow point, boat tail
- Construction: monolithic all-copper, lead-free
- Base style: boat tail
- Ballistic coefficient (G1): 0.333
- Sectional density: 0.206
- Bullet length: approximately 1.06 inch
- Quantity per box: 50 bullets
- Component type: bullets only, not loaded ammunition
Special Features
- TSX design uses a solid copper body with a deep hollow point that opens into four sharp petals for rapid, controlled expansion.
- Multiple grooves cut into the shank act as relief valves that reduce pressure, minimize copper fouling, and support higher potential velocities.
- All-copper construction delivers very high weight retention and deep penetration through bone and tissue compared to many traditional jacketed bullets.
- Boat tail base improves aerodynamics, helping the 85 grain TSX maintain velocity and energy for flatter trajectories at extended ranges.
- Precision manufacturing and the grooved shank contribute to excellent accuracy, making this bullet suitable for precise shot placement on game.
Practical Benefits
- As a component bullet, the Barnes TSX 6mm 85 grain BT (30212) lets you build lead-free hunting loads tuned to your specific 6mm rifle using appropriate load data.
- The balance of moderate weight, good sectional density, and controlled expansion makes this bullet ideal for deer, antelope, and similar game where you want both expansion and penetration.
- Reduced fouling and stable pressures help you keep accuracy consistent over longer practice sessions and multi-day hunts without frequent deep cleaning.
- The 50 count box provides enough bullets to develop a load, confirm your drop and wind data, and still have a solid supply of proven hunting bullets from the same lot.
- If you run a 6mm hunting rifle and want an all-copper boat tail hunting bullet with dependable field performance, the Barnes TSX 6mm 85 grain Boat Tail (30212) is a practical choice for medium game hunting.
| MANUFACTURER | BARNES |
| BULLET CALIBER | 6MM |