Hornady 397133 ELD-X Bullet Seating Stem 30 Cal 220gr

The Hornady 397133 ELD-X Bullet Seating Stem delivers precision seating depth control specifically engineered for 30 caliber 220-grain ELD-X bullets. This component eliminates bullet deformation during the seating process while ensuring consistent overall cartridge length for enhanced accuracy.

What Makes This Different

Unlike generic seating stems that can compress or damage bullet tips, this stem features a precisely machined cavity that matches the ELD-X bullet profile. The design maintains the Heat Shield tip integrity and ogive shape that ELD-X bullets require for optimal ballistic performance. Standard stems often create inconsistent seating depths, but this specialized component delivers repeatable results within 0.001-inch tolerance.

Key Features

• Precision-machined cavity matches 220-grain ELD-X bullet profile exactly
• Maintains Heat Shield tip integrity during seating process
• Compatible with Hornady Lock-N-Load AP and Classic presses
• Hardened steel construction resists wear and deformation
• Eliminates bullet tip damage and ogive distortion
• Ensures consistent overall cartridge length within 0.001-inch
• Direct replacement for standard seating stems

This seating stem performs consistently across high-volume reloading sessions, maintaining bullet integrity that translates to improved downrange performance. Long-range shooters benefit from the consistent bullet seating that preserves the aerodynamic properties essential for ELD-X performance. The precision fit eliminates the bullet movement and tip deformation that can occur with universal stems, particularly important when loading match-grade ammunition.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: 30 caliber (.308)
• Bullet weight compatibility: 220-grain ELD-X only
• Material: Hardened steel construction
• Press compatibility: Hornady Lock-N-Load AP and Classic
• Thread pitch: Standard 7/8-14 threads
• Tolerance: ±0.001-inch seating depth consistency
• Part number: 397133
• Country of origin: United States

This specialized seating stem represents essential equipment for reloaders committed to extracting maximum accuracy from ELD-X bullets. The precision engineering justifies the investment through improved ammunition consistency and enhanced long-range performance. Serious handloaders recognize that bullet-specific tooling produces measurably better results than universal components.