Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
Barnes VOR-TX 22-250 ammo pairs a 50-grain Triple-Shock X bullet with factory-loaded consistency, delivering 3830 fps muzzle velocity and 1628 ft-lbs of energy at the muzzle. Built for varmint and predator hunters who operate in lead-restricted zones or prefer non-toxic projectiles, this round uses 100% copper construction to ensure reliable expansion and deep penetration. The TSX bullet’s four-petal design creates permanent wound channels, and near-100% weight retention means you get full energy transfer on coyotes, prairie dogs, and similar-sized game. Barnes loads each round in reloadable brass cases with non-corrosive Boxer primers — manufactured to match tolerances that deliver repeatable accuracy across temperature ranges and lot numbers.
Built for the Box
The Triple-Shock X bullet starts as a solid copper projectile machined with relief grooves that reduce barrel fouling and pressure spikes. On impact, the hollow point cavity drives expansion outward, forming four cutting petals that slice through hide, muscle, and bone. Barnes engineers the TSX line to retain 95-100% of original bullet weight, which translates to predictable terminal performance whether you’re shooting at 100 yards or 400. The 50-grain weight keeps velocity high in the flat-shooting 22-250 platform, and the 0.197 G1 ballistic coefficient delivers a trajectory that stays supersonic well past typical varmint engagement ranges. Brass cases are factory-annealed and sized to SAAMI specifications, and the non-corrosive primer ignition ensures consistent velocities even in cold morning hunts.
Specs at a Glance
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 22-250 Remington |
| Bullet weight | 50 grains |
| Bullet type | Barnes Triple-Shock X Solid Hollow Point |
| Muzzle velocity | 3830 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 1628 ft-lbs |
| Rounds per box | 20 |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead free | Yes |
| G1 ballistic coefficient | 0.197 |
| Sectional density | 0.142 |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | Barnes |
This load fits bolt-action and semi-automatic rifles chambered in 22-250 Remington, and the lead-free construction makes it compliant with ammunition restrictions in California and other jurisdictions that prohibit lead projectiles for hunting. For reloaders, the brass cases accept standard small rifle primers and can be resized with conventional dies. Browse our full inventory of 22-250 ammo for additional bullet weights and load profiles.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Observe the four universal firearm safety rules: treat every firearm as loaded, never point at anything you do not intend to destroy, keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire, and be certain of your target and what lies beyond it.
- Verify that your firearm is chambered in 22-250 Remington and in serviceable condition before loading. Do not mix ammunition calibers.
- This product contains copper and other materials known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm under Proposition 65. Lead-free does not mean hazard-free — wash hands after handling ammunition and avoid inhalation of discharge residue.
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