

Buffalo Bore Ammunition 54C/20 Buffalo-Barnes Premium 375 H&H Mag 270 gr Barnes TSX Lead Free 20 Bx/ 12 Cs
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Unrivaled Power and Precision: Buffalo Bore 375 H&H Magnum 270 gr Barnes TSX Lead Free Ammunition
For serious big game hunters and those facing dangerous game, the choice of ammunition is paramount. You need a cartridge that delivers overwhelming stopping power, exceptional penetration, and reliable performance under the most demanding conditions. This is precisely where Buffalo Bore Ammunition's 375 H&H Magnum 270 grain Barnes TSX Lead Free rounds excel, offering a premium solution for hunters who demand the absolute best for their pursuits. Available at DEGuns, this specialized ammunition addresses critical questions for experienced outdoorsmen, from ethical hunting practices to guaranteed terminal ballistics.
Why Choose Buffalo Bore 375 H&H Mag with Barnes TSX?
When confronting large, heavy-boned animals or unpredictable dangerous game, failure is not an option. Hunters often ask: "What is the most reliable ammunition for a safari or Alaskan bear hunt?" or "How can I ensure a quick, ethical kill on large game while minimizing environmental impact?" The Buffalo Bore 375 H&H Mag 270 gr Barnes TSX Lead Free answers these inquiries with a meticulously crafted load designed for ultimate efficacy and responsibility.
Key advantages of this specific ammunition include:
- Devastating Knockdown Power: The .375 H&H Magnum is globally recognized as one of the finest all-around big game cartridges, capable of taking virtually any animal on earth. Buffalo Bore amplifies this inherent power, delivering 4533 ft lbs of muzzle energy and a blistering 2750 fps muzzle velocity with this 270-grain load. This translates to profound hydrostatic shock and superior energy transfer upon impact, critical for anchor shots on formidable creatures.
- Superior Penetration with Barnes TSX: The Barnes Triple-Shock X (TSX) bullet is a revolutionary, monolithic copper design renowned for its near-perfect weight retention and incredible penetration. Unlike traditional lead-core bullets that can shed weight or fragment, the TSX maintains its structural integrity, driving deep through muscle and bone to reach vital organs. This is crucial for quartering shots or when encountering thick-skinned dangerous game.
- Consistent, Controlled Expansion: The TSX bullet features multiple cutting petals that peel back upon impact, creating a devastating wound channel without over-expansion that could limit penetration. This controlled expansion ensures maximum tissue damage while preserving the bullet's mass for deep-reaching performance, guaranteeing a humane and efficient dispatch.
- Lead-Free for Ethical and Regulatory Compliance: As hunting regulations evolve and environmental consciousness grows, lead-free ammunition is becoming increasingly important. The Barnes TSX is manufactured from solid copper, making it 100% lead-free. This not only complies with regulations in areas like California but also appeals to hunters committed to reducing lead deposition in the environment, benefiting scavenging wildlife. It's the responsible choice for the modern hunter.
- Buffalo Bore's "Strictly Business" Philosophy: Buffalo Bore Ammunition is renowned for its commitment to producing "hot," reliable, and extremely powerful loads that push the performance envelope for various calibers. Their "Strictly Business" series embodies this philosophy, focusing on delivering maximum terminal performance for critical hunting scenarios. When you choose Buffalo Bore, you're selecting ammunition engineered by experts for life-and-death situations, ensuring consistent shot-to-shot performance and unwavering reliability.
The .375 H&H Magnum: A Legacy of Big Game Performance
The .375 H&H Magnum has a storied history, introduced by Holland & Holland in 1912. It quickly earned a reputation as a versatile and potent cartridge, capable of taking down dangerous game across Africa, Alaska, and beyond. Its characteristics make it a favorite among professional hunters and serious sportsmen worldwide.
What makes the .375 H&H Mag such an enduring choice?
- Versatility: While often associated with large African game like Cape Buffalo, Lion, and Elephant, the .375 H&H is also an outstanding choice for North American big game such as Grizzly Bear, Brown Bear, Moose, and Elk. Its flat trajectory over moderate distances and substantial energy make it effective on a wide array of species.
- Reliable Performance: The .375 H&H operates at manageable pressures while delivering significant power, contributing to its reputation for reliability in various rifle actions, especially bolt-action designs.
- Manageable Recoil (for its class): Compared to larger dangerous game calibers, the .375 H&H Mag offers a balance of significant power with recoil that many experienced shooters find manageable, allowing for quicker follow-up shots. This balance makes it an excellent choice for hunters who need decisive stopping power without the punishing recoil of some of its larger brethren.
- Global Standard: The .375 H&H Mag is widely accepted as the minimum caliber for dangerous game hunting in many parts of the world, underscoring its proven capability and trusted performance.
The Science Behind Barnes TSX Lead-Free Bullets
The Barnes TSX is not just a "lead-free" alternative; it's a performance upgrade. Its design principles are rooted in maximizing terminal ballistics through innovative engineering.
How does the Barnes TSX achieve its exceptional performance?
- Monolithic Construction: Unlike traditional bullets that combine a lead core with a copper jacket, the TSX is machined from a single piece of copper. This eliminates core-jacket separation, a common failure point that can reduce penetration and cause unpredictable wound channels. The result is a bullet that retains virtually 100% of its original weight after impact.
- Grooved Shank Design: The multiple grooves on the bullet's shank reduce bearing surface and fouling in the barrel, leading to increased accuracy, higher velocities, and less copper buildup over extended shooting sessions. This contributes to the overall precision of the Buffalo Bore load.
- Hollow Point Cavity with Petal Expansion: The precisely engineered hollow point initiates rapid, yet controlled, expansion upon impact. Four razor-sharp copper petals peel back and curl, creating a wide, devastating wound channel. Crucially, these petals remain attached to the bullet's base, ensuring maximum energy transfer and deep penetration.
- Environmental Responsibility: For hunters operating in sensitive ecosystems or regions with lead restrictions, the TSX offers peace of mind. By choosing lead-free ammunition, you contribute to healthier wildlife populations by preventing the ingestion of lead fragments by scavengers and reducing environmental contamination. This makes the Buffalo Bore 375 H&H Mag TSX an ideal choice for the environmentally conscious hunter.
Applications and Scenarios: Where This Ammunition Shines
When considering "what ammunition should I use for a Cape Buffalo hunt?" or "which rounds are best for Alaskan brown bear defense?", the Buffalo Bore 375 H&H Mag 270 gr Barnes TSX Lead Free emerges as a top-tier recommendation.
Ideal Use Cases:
- African Dangerous Game Hunting: This load is perfectly suited for pursuing the "Big Five" – Elephant, Rhinoceros, Cape Buffalo, Lion, and Leopard. Its power, penetration, and reliable expansion are non-negotiable for these formidable animals.
- North American Dangerous Game: For hunting Grizzly or Brown Bears in Alaska and Canada, or Moose and Bison, the 375 H&H Mag offers the stopping power and deep penetration needed to anchor these large, tough animals.
- Large Plains Game: While potent for dangerous game, the controlled expansion of the TSX also makes it effective for large plains game like Eland, Kudu, and Waterbuck, ensuring clean kills without excessive meat damage.
- Areas with Lead Restrictions: For hunters in states like California or other regions implementing lead-free ammunition mandates, this load provides a high-performance, compliant option.
- Ethical Hunting: The combination of the powerful .375 H&H Magnum and the superior terminal performance of the Barnes TSX bullet ensures rapid and humane kills, a cornerstone of ethical hunting practice.
Technical Specifications for the Discerning Hunter
Every detail of Buffalo Bore Ammunition's 54C/20 Buffalo-Barnes Premium 375 H&H Mag 270 gr Barnes TSX Lead Free has been meticulously engineered for optimal performance. These specifications are a testament to the brand's dedication to quality and efficacy, providing hunters with the confidence that their ammunition will perform when it matters most. For those who scrutinize every detail, knowing these specifications allows for informed decision-making and precise rifle pairing. This ammunition is crafted with brass casing, ensuring reliable feeding and extraction, and is sold in boxes of 20 rounds, with 12 boxes per case, making it convenient for stocking up for extended hunts or range sessions.
Feature | Detail |
---|---|
Brand | Buffalo Bore Ammunition |
Series | Strictly Business |
Model | Buffalo-Barnes |
Caliber | 375 H&H Mag |
Bullet Type | Barnes TSX Lead Free |
Bullet Weight | 270 gr |
Muzzle Velocity | 2750 fps |
Muzzle Energy | 4533 ft lbs |
Application | Hunting |
Casing Material | Brass |
Rounds Per Box | 20 |
Boxes Per Case | 12 |
MPN | 54C20 |
SKU | 82320 |
UPC | 651815054032 |
Specifications
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- CATEGORY
- CENTERFIRE RIFLE ROUNDS
- BRAND
- Buffalo Bore Ammunition
- MODEL
- Buffalo-Barnes
- BULLET TYPE
- BARNES TSX LEAD FREE
- BULLET WEIGHT
- 270 GR
- MUZZLE ENERGY
- 4533 FT LBS
- MUZZLE VELOCITY
- 2750 FPS
- ROUNDS PER BOX
- 20
- BOXES PER CASE
- 12
- APPLICATION
- HUNTING
- CASING MATERIAL
- BRASS
- SKU
- 82320
- UPC
- 651815054032
- MPN
- 54C20