08-12-2022, 08:32 PM
I want to load for mule deer at distances greater than 200 yards. This will be from a bolt-action rifle with a 24" barrel. I've had good penetration with the 115 gr. at 140 and 180 yards but have not recovered bullets to see the expansion. I understand from tests others have reported than the 100 gr. TTSX needs about 2000 fps to have good expansion. Barnes may report a lower velocity, but the expansion even in water at that velocity is minimal. I have not been able to find similar information for the 115 gr., only speculation that it will expand at lower velocities.
At long range, am I better off with the 115 gr. at 1800 fps, or the 100 gr. at 2000 fps?
At long range, am I better off with the 115 gr. at 1800 fps, or the 100 gr. at 2000 fps?