When selecting defensive or hunting handgun ammunition, terminal performance and predictable accuracy are non-negotiable. Tactical shooters and hunters alike need rounds that expand reliably, retain weight, and deliver consistent shot-to-shot performance so follow-up shots and tracking are straightforward.

BARNES VOR-TX HANDGUN is loaded with the XPB bullet and engineered for maximum expansion with consistent penetration and weight retention. The XPB design produces near-instant expansion, doubling diameter in many impact scenarios while holding mass to preserve energy transfer. That combination produces deep, controlled pass-through penetration and a wide wound channel for rapid incapacitation of game or decisive stopping power in defensive situations. Shop this product here: Shop this product

Key features and why they matter

The XPB bullet opens almost instantly on contact and peels its nose into six sharp-edged copper petals. That engineered expansion drives consistent terminal performance, maximizing tissue and bone disruption while retaining bullet weight for reliable penetration. For hunters, that means efficient energy transfer and humane kills; for defensive shooters, it means predictable stopping power without excessive fragmentation.

Accuracy, brand pedigree, and applications

As Handgun Ammo from Barnes — a brand noted for solid manufacturing and premium bullet technology — these loads are available in Various models to suit common defensive and hunting calibers. The Barnes VOR-TX lineup is known for repeatable accuracy, making it a practical choice for precision-oriented shooters who demand tight groups and reliable point-of-impact from self-defense handguns and hunting revolvers or pistols.

Pricing and availability

At $31.99 per box, BARNES VOR-TX HANDGUN positions itself as a premium performance option in the handgun hunting and defensive market. View product details and pricing directly on our shop page: View product details and pricing

For anyone equipping a handgun for field use or serious defensive roles, BARNES VOR-TX HANDGUN delivers a proven XPB design, consistent expansion, and weight retention that experienced shooters trust. Check current availability and purchase options on our shop page: Check current availability

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