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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.
