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Barnes .284 145gr LRX Long Range Hunting 30282

.284 / 7mm · 145 grain · LRX Long Range Hunting

Actual proportions (scaled)
0.284" dia · 145 grains
Weight
145gr
Diameter
0.284"
BC (G1)
0.486
BC (G7)
Sect. Density
0.257
SKU
30282

Estimates

Performance.

2917fps
Velocity
2739.1ft-lbs
Energy
800yds
Eff. Range
0.486BC G1
Ballistic Coeff.

TheBarnes .284 145gr LRX Long Range Hunting 30282is a rifle projectile manufactured byBarnes. With a bullet diameter of 0.284 inches and weight of 145 grains, this projectile is designed for medium large game applications.

Key Specifications

SpecificationValue
ManufacturerBarnes
Product LineLRX Long Range Hunting
SKU30282
TypeRifle
Diameter0.284"
Weight145 grains
Ballistic Coefficient (G1)0.486
Ballistic Coefficient (G7)N/A
Sectional Density0.257

Performance Estimates

Based on typical load data for .284 / 7mm:

MetricEstimate
Muzzle Velocity~2917 fps
Muzzle Energy~2739.1 ft-lbs
Effective Range~800 yards

Suitable Applications

This projectile is commonly used for: deer, elk, moose, bear, sheep.

About the Ballistic Coefficient

The G1 ballistic coefficient of0.486indicates how well this projectile retains velocity in flight. A higher BC means better wind resistance and less drop at distance. This projectile offers good performance at typical hunting distances.

Sectional Density

With a sectional density of0.257, this projectile provides good penetration for medium game.

Suitability

Suitable game.

DeerElkMooseBearSheep

Compatibility

Compatible cartridges.

7mm Rem Mag7mm-08 Rem7mm PRC.280 Rem.280 AI7mm Wby Mag

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