Hornady ELD-X 6.5mm .264 143gr Hunting Bullets - 100 Count Box

The Hornady ELD-X 6.5mm .264 143 grain bullets deliver exceptional long-range accuracy and terminal performance for serious hunters and precision shooters. These advanced projectiles feature Hornady's Heat Shield tip technology that resists deformation at high velocities, maintaining ballistic coefficient consistency across extended flight paths.

What Makes This Different

Unlike conventional polymer-tipped bullets that can melt or deform during flight, the ELD-X incorporates a Heat Shield tip engineered to withstand extreme temperatures and velocities. The secant ogive profile and optimized boat tail design produce a ballistic coefficient of .625, significantly higher than traditional hunting bullets. This translates to flatter trajectories, reduced wind drift, and more energy retention at extended ranges.

Key Features

• Heat Shield tip technology prevents tip deformation for consistent BC performance
• 143 grain weight optimized for 6.5mm cartridges including Creedmoor and PRC
• Secant ogive design with optimized boat tail for superior aerodynamics
• InterLock ring mechanically locks core and jacket for controlled expansion
• Ballistic coefficient of .625 (G1) for exceptional long-range performance
• Match-grade construction with concentricity tolerance under .0015 inches
• 100 bullets per box for extended shooting sessions

Field testing demonstrates consistent expansion at velocities from 1,600 to 3,000 fps, making these bullets effective from close-range shots to extended hunting distances beyond 600 yards. The controlled expansion design retains 85-90% of original weight while creating devastating wound channels. Weather conditions have minimal impact on performance due to the aerodynamic profile and tip stability.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: 6.5mm (.264 diameter)
• Weight: 143 grains
• Ballistic Coefficient: .625 (G1), .315 (G7)
• Sectional Density: .293
• Length: 1.345 inches
• Recommended twist rate: 1:8 or faster
• Quantity: 100 bullets per box
• Manufactured in Grand Island, Nebraska

Precision hunters and competitive shooters choose ELD-X bullets when maximum accuracy and terminal performance cannot be compromised. The combination of match-grade construction tolerances with hunting-optimized expansion characteristics makes these bullets the standard for long-range hunting applications.