Description
The Hornady Match 6.5 Creedmoor 147 grain ELD Match delivers the kind of precision performance you'd expect from a factory-loaded round built specifically for serious target and competition work. The 147-grain bullet offers exceptional ballistic efficiency, carrying more energy downrange and drifting less in the wind compared to lighter offerings in the same caliber.
What Makes the ELD Match Bullet Superior
At the heart of this load is Hornady's ELD Match projectile, engineered with a Heat Shield tip that maintains its shape through flight, resisting aerodynamic heating that can degrade lighter polymer tips. The bullet features a boattail design and optimum ogive profile that work together to achieve a ballistic coefficient that ranks among the highest in the 6.5mm match ammunition category. This translates to flatter trajectories and more predictable wind performance at distance.
Built for Match-Grade Consistency
Every component is hand-selected and sorted to tight tolerances. The brass cases meet strict criteria for wall thickness uniformity, internal capacity, and consistent concentricity. Hornady's AMP bullet jackets feature near-zero wall thickness variation, which means each projectile maintains unprecedented concentricity shot after shot. The powder charges are carefully matched to each load, and quality primers ensure reliable ignition. This meticulous assembly process, combined with stringent quality control during loading, guarantees proper bullet seating, consistent charges and pressures, and optimal velocity from round to round.
Performance You Can Depend On
This ammunition leaves the muzzle at 2,695 fps with 2,370 ft-lbs of energy, delivering the flat trajectory and wind resistance that makes 6.5 Creedmoor so effective for precision shooting. Whether you're practicing at the range, competing in matches, or pushing your rifle to its limits at distance, the consistency you get in this box translates to tighter groups and more repeatable results downrange.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hornady
- Manufacturer Part Number: 81501
- UPC: 090255815016
- Caliber: 6.5mm Creedmoor
- Bullet Weight: 147 grains
- Bullet Type: ELD Match with Heat Shield Tip
- Case Type: Brass
- Primer Type: Boxer (Reloadable)
- Muzzle Velocity: 2,695 feet per second
- Muzzle Energy: 2,370 foot-pounds
- Ballistic Coefficient (G1): .697
- Sectional Density: 0.301
- Recommended Rifling Twist: 1:7 to 1:8 inch
- Corrosive: No
What’s Included
- 20 rounds of 6.5 Creedmoor 147 grain ammunition
- Brass cases
- Boxer primers
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between this 147-grain ELD Match and the 140-grain version?
The 147-grain offers a higher ballistic coefficient, which means better wind deflection resistance and flatter trajectory at distance. You'll also see slightly lower muzzle velocity (2,695 fps vs 2,710 fps) but more downrange energy and drift reduction. It's the choice for those specifically optimizing for extreme range performance.
Can I reload these brass cases?
Yes. The ammunition comes with boxer-primed brass cases that are reloadable. The quality brass also means it should be consistent for reloading multiple times, which is helpful when you're trying to maintain the tight tolerances that match-grade shooting demands.
Is this ammunition suitable for both competition and hunting?
It's engineered specifically for match-grade target and competition shooting, so that's where it shines. The 147-grain bullet's ballistic design gives it excellent long-range performance for precision work. While it can be used for hunting, match ammunition is optimized for consistency and accuracy rather than terminal ballistics.
What kind of accuracy should I expect?
That depends on your rifle and your technique, but this ammunition is loaded to the same quality standards as custom ammunition. The tight tolerances, hand-selected components, and stringent quality control mean that the ammunition won't be the limiting factor in your accuracy. You should see it perform at or better than typical factory loads.







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