Hornady Precision Hunter 243 Win 90gr ELD-X Ammo

Description

This .243 Winchester load pairs the proven ELD-X bullet design with Hornady's Precision Hunter factory loading for hunters who demand accuracy and terminal performance in equal measure. The 90-grain projectile launches at 3150 fps with 1983 foot-pounds of muzzle energy, delivering a flat trajectory and manageable recoil that makes it ideal whether you're new to centerfire hunting or running an established setup.

Heat Shield tip technology for extended-range reliability

The ELD-X bullet incorporates Hornady's proprietary Heat Shield tip, which resists deformation from aerodynamic heating and maintains its shape throughout the bullet's entire flight path. This preservation of profile keeps the ballistic coefficient steady at .409 G1, translating to consistent velocity and downrange energy regardless of distance. The polymer-tipped construction combines with a streamlined secant ogive and optimized boattail design to achieve superior aerodynamic efficiency, something you'll notice in flatter trajectories and less wind drift compared to traditional hunting rounds.

Expansion performance across all practical hunting ranges

Unlike many modern hunting bullets that favor one distance window, the ELD-X handles both close encounters and extended shots. At higher velocities (0-400 yards), the bullet expands progressively through its penetration path, providing 50-60% weight retention and creating large wound cavities. When impact velocity drops at longer ranges, the Heat Shield tip drives backward into the core to reliably initiate expansion, resulting in 85-90% weight retention, deep penetration, and devastating terminal performance. That consistency across the velocity spectrum means you don't need different ammunition for different hunting scenarios.

Factory precision built into every round

Hornady's loading process for Precision Hunter uses clean-burning propellants matched to the ELD-X bullet weight and loaded to uniform capacity, ensuring shot-to-shot velocity consistency regardless of temperature swings. The brass cases are premium quality, and primer selection is optimized for reliable ignition. Twenty rounds per box comes in a sealed carton designed to protect your investment until you're ready to load the magazine.