Engineered for precision reloaders seeking match-grade accuracy and reliable terminal performance, the Hornady ELD-X 103 grain .243-inch bullets deliver exceptional results across a wide range of hunting distances. These 6mm projectiles feature Hornady’s advanced Heat Shield tip technology, which maintains its shape under aerodynamic heating to preserve the bullet’s high ballistic coefficient throughout the flight path.
Key Features
- Heat Shield Tip: Immune to aerodynamic heating, ensuring consistent high BC and superior long-range accuracy compared to traditional polymer tips.
- Streamlined Secant Ogive and Boattail Design: Optimizes aerodynamic efficiency for flatter trajectories and reduced wind drift.
- AMP Jackets: Highly concentric Advanced Manufacturing Process jackets promote match-level precision and consistent expansion.
- Controlled Expansion: Delivers 50-60% weight retention at high velocities (0-400 yards) and 85-90% at extended ranges, providing devastating performance on game.
- Recommended Twist Rate: Stabilizes effectively in 1:8″ twist barrels for optimal accuracy in 6mm platforms.
Benefits for Reloaders and Hunters
Whether you’re building custom loads for long-range varmint control or big-game pursuits, these bullets address common reloading challenges by combining match accuracy with reliable hunting terminal ballistics. The ELD-X design solves issues like tip deformation and inconsistent expansion, giving you confidence in every shot from close range to extreme distances.
Specifications
- Caliber: 6mm / .243
- Weight: 103 grains
- Projectile Type: ELD-X with Heat Shield tip
- Quantity: 100 bullets per box
- Lead Content: Contains lead
- Twist Compatibility: 1:8″ or faster
Why Choose Hornady ELD-X Bullets
Reloaders appreciate the versatility of these projectiles for 6mm cartridges, where precision and ethical terminal performance are paramount. The combination of Doppler-verified BCs, concentric construction, and all-range expansion makes them a top choice for serious shooters who demand factual, proven results without compromise.
Stock up on these high-performance bullets today to elevate your reloading projects and field performance.
| Weight | 24 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 4 × 4 × 3 in |
| Projectile Type | Ballistic Tip |
| Projectile Weight | 103 |
| Cartridge Compatibility | 6mm |
| Lead-Free | No |
| Count | 100 |
| MPN | 24550 |
| UPC | 090255245509 |
Compliance
NFA (National Firearms Act) compliance is crucial for legal ownership and transfer of regulated firearms and accessories like short-barreled rifles, suppressors, and certain types of ammunition, ensuring adherence to federal regulations to avoid legal penalties and ensure responsible firearm ownership.
