Bring your lever gun out of retirement with Barnes Pioneer .45-70 Government ammunition. Designed specifically for lever guns and revolvers, this ammo delivers superior on-game performance with massive expansion and weight retention for deeper penetration. Each round features a 300 grain Triple Shock X (TSX) Flat Nose bullet, carefully loaded for terminal performance and flawless feeding from tubular magazines. The all-copper construction provides unmatched accuracy, reduced barrel fouling, and increased velocity, making it ideal for big game hunting.
Product Highlights:
Specifications | |
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Manufacturer | Barnes |
Product Line | Pioneer |
Caliber | .45-70 Government |
Bullet Weight | 300 grains |
Bullet Type | Triple Shock X (TSX) Flat Nose |
Muzzle Velocity | 1925 fps |
Muzzle Energy | 2469 ft-lbs |
Ballistic Coefficient | .163 |
Sectional Density | .204 |
Rounds Per Box | 20 |
Boxes Per Case | 10 |
Casing | Brass |
Primer | Boxer |
Reloadable | Yes |
Country of Origin | United States |
Key Features:
The Barnes .45-70 Government Pioneer 300gr TSX FN Ammo offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for large game hunting. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
Bullet Type | Triple-Shock X (TSX) Flat Nose All-copper bullet designed for maximum expansion and weight retention |
Bullet Weight | 300 grains Heavy bullet weight for optimal performance in .45-70 Government |
Muzzle Velocity | 1925 fps High velocity for flat trajectory and increased energy transfer |
Cartridge | .45-70 Government Powerful cartridge suitable for large game hunting |
Rounds per Box | 20 Standard box quantity for rifle ammunition |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Large Game Hunting: Ideal for hunting big game such as elk, moose, and bear due to its deep penetration and expansion characteristics.
- Lever Action Rifles: Specifically designed for use in lever action rifles, ensuring reliable feeding and cycling.
- Dangerous Game: Suitable for dangerous game hunting scenarios where stopping power and reliability are crucial.
- Brush Hunting: The flat nose design makes it effective for hunting in dense brush or wooded areas.
- Long-Range Shooting: Can be used for long-range shooting with .45-70 Government rifles, offering good accuracy and energy retention.
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ Superior Terminal Performance: Designed for massive expansion and weight retention, delivering deep penetration on game.
- ✔ Optimized for Lever Guns: Engineered for flawless feeding and cycling from tubular magazines in lever-action rifles.
- ✔ All-Copper Construction: TSX (Triple-Shock X) bullet provides excellent accuracy and reduced barrel fouling.
- ✔ High Velocity: 1925 fps muzzle velocity offers flat trajectory and hard-hitting power at longer ranges.
- ✔ Versatile Big Game Round: 300 grain bullet weight is suitable for a wide range of large game animals.
Cons
- ✘ Recoil: The high-power .45-70 cartridge can produce significant felt recoil, especially in lighter rifles.
- ✘ Cost: Premium construction and materials make this ammunition more expensive than standard .45-70 loads.
- ✘ Limited Magazine Capacity: The large size of .45-70 cartridges typically results in lower capacity in lever-action tubular magazines.
- ✘ Overpowered for Some Game: May be excessive for smaller game, causing unnecessary meat damage.
About Barnes:
Barnes Bullets, founded in 1932 by Fred Barnes, has established itself as a leader in premium ammunition and bullet manufacturing. Headquartered in Mona, Utah, Barnes has built a reputation for innovation and quality in the hunting and shooting industry. The company is renowned for pioneering the all-copper bullet design, which revolutionized the ammunition market with its superior performance and ethical hunting characteristics. Barnes' commitment to producing high-performance ammunition for hunters and shooters has made them a trusted name among enthusiasts and professionals alike. Their state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Utah employ rigorous quality control processes, ensuring that each bullet and cartridge meets the highest standards of accuracy, reliability, and terminal performance.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- MANUFACTURER:
- Barnes
- PRODUCT TYPE:
- Ammunition
- CONDITION:
- New
- CASING:
- Brass
- UPC:
- 716876457069
- grains:
- 300
- caliber:
- .45-70