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I think the 185 TTSX would be a good choice on the lighter end and you could get the speed up pretty good.

The 160 TTSX does quite a number on elk. ...and Kudu, and Gemsbok, and Waterbuck. etc. If you want a very really big wound channel from a 338 bullet, the 160 is a great choice.

I would prefer the 210 Partitions as well and would hunt hi and low for them. However I agree with the others that mentioned them....160 or 185 TTSX. Great bullets. Good luck and have fun!
Tom

Surprised the 215 grn Sierra didn't get more mention. Always had good luck with it in 2 - 338WM, and a friend loads it exclusively for his 338-378. Has taken antelope through elk with it and never a problem.

I'm currently running the 225 ttsx for elk because I ran into a good deal and bought a pile. They're accurate and good performers.

Found a LGS with a box of each yesterday. ON my bench now

For me this is the little engine that could...BC lacking but shoots way flatter than I thought it would..

What velocities you getting? And, how have they worked for you on animals? I never did try them with my -06.

So far I've only used the Barnes data for the 185 gr TSX in this AI version bumped up a half grain which launches the 160gr a tad over 3K with both H4895 {56.grs} & IMR4064 {58.5grs} both are dead nutts accurate..Only dispatched a late season WT doe and a couple of song dogs but most impressive results. I shoot shoulders only the doe was 167 yds lazed and dropped like a rock at the shot..Saw the bullet impact some 60 ft or so behind her just glad there weren't others in the way !