Barnes Reserve Line: 6.8 Western 155gr LRX

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Built for shooters who demand the absolute best, the Barnes Reserve Line sets a new standard of precision and performance for Barnes enthusiasts. Each round is handloaded by our ballistic lab experts using ultra-premium …

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Built for shooters who demand the absolute best, the Barnes Reserve Line sets a new standard of precision and performance for Barnes enthusiasts. Each round is handloaded by our ballistic lab experts using ultra-premium components and is purpose-built for niche and hard-to-find hunting cartridges. Every load is carefully selected and rigorously tested to achieve the lowest standard deviations and match-grade tolerances available today. Barnes Reserve stands as the ultimate benchmark for performance—available exclusively through our website, direct-to-consumer.

The 6.8 Western is a modern, high-performance take on the classic .270 caliber. With a faster 1:8" twist rate, it can stabilize longer, high-ballistic-coefficient bullets that traditional .270 cartridges—like the .270 Winchester and .270 WSM—cannot.
 
Barnes developed the 155-grain LRX specifically for the 6.8 Western to take full advantage of its design. The cartridge’s longer overall length and compatibility with intermediate-length actions allow for heavier projectiles, well beyond the 130–140 grain class typical of older .270s.
 
The 6.8 Western delivers an exceptional balance of velocity, efficiency, and manageable recoil, making it a versatile choice for medium to large game hunting—even at extended ranges. The Barnes 155gr LRX offers excellent terminal performance, and the Barnes Reserve 6.8 Western 155gr LRX ammunition is also renowned for its precision.
Reviews

8 Reviews

  • 6.8 Western
    5

    Posted by John Enman on Nov 17th 2025

    It checks all the boxes accurate and effective

  • Fantastic round
    5

    Posted by Nathan Hayes on Sep 29th 2025

    When I zeroed this ammunition I got 2926.9FPS and a standard deviation of 3.0 FPS. Can't get better than that.

  • High Quality Ammunition
    5

    Posted by Marc Lessard on Sep 24th 2025

    The Reserve line of ammunition completely blew me away. The packaging is top notch and the box is even signed by the individual who loaded the ammunition. 3 shot groups from my rifle consistently print .5 MOA.

  • 6.8 Western
    5

    Posted by Ryan Snell on Sep 5th 2025

    Barnes bringing the most anticipated round to life!! Have been patiently waiting for this to drop. Thank you for listening to the people and getting it on the market! Ready for the field and tagging out!

  • Reserve 6.8 Western 155gr LRX
    5

    Posted by Dan on Aug 19th 2025

    Shipment arrived promptly inside of week. Shipment packaging was exceptional. Reserve ammo comes in a very nice 20 round plastic case. Much better to stuff into my pack than cardboard ammo boxes. Bullets look great. Very happy to see the ammo is loaded using ADG brass. I have not fired this ammo yet. Looking forward to trying this out at the range soon.

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