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The 7mm Winchester Short Magnum is known for delivering serious downrange power without excessive recoil, and this Hornady Precision Hunter load maximizes that potential. Loaded to 3000 fps, this round pairs clean-burning propellants with the proven ELD-X bullet design to give you the kind of consistency that matters in the field.
The 162-grain ELD-X maintains a ballistic coefficient of .631 (G1) / .318 (G7), which translates to a flatter trajectory and more energy retained downrange. The 7mm WSM's moderate recoil combined with this bullet's aerodynamic profile makes it capable of effective shots well beyond typical hunting distances. What sets this load apart is how Hornady engineered every component to work together, from the uniform case fill to the precise bullet seating.
Hornady designed the ELD-X to work at both close range and extended distances, a capability that sets it apart from typical hunting bullets. At conventional velocities from 0 to 400 yards, the bullet expands aggressively while the InterLock ring keeps the core and jacket together, providing 50 to 60 percent weight retention for deep penetration. Beyond 400 yards, the Heat Shield tip initiates expansion and creates a controlled mushroom shape that still delivers 85 to 90 percent weight retention. This dual-performance characteristic means you don't sacrifice terminal effectiveness whether your shot is 75 yards or 375 yards.
Precision Hunter ammunition stands out because it's loaded to uniform capacity with clean-burning propellants. This attention to detail delivers consistent velocities and repeatable results regardless of temperature swings between seasons or hunting conditions. For hunters who spend time developing loads or sighting in rifles before the season, that consistency pays real dividends.
Yes. The 7mm WSM with a 162-grain ELD-X bullet is well-suited for North American big game including elk, mule deer, whitetail, and black bear. The cartridge generates sufficient velocity and energy out to several hundred yards, and the bullet's controlled expansion provides the deep penetration needed for larger game. The 7mm WSM is comparable to the 7mm Remington Magnum in terms of hunting capability.
The ELD-X is designed for all-range performance. At close range (0-400 yards), the tip peels back aggressively while the InterLock ring controls expansion, providing 50-60% weight retention. At extended ranges beyond 400 yards where velocity is lower, the Heat Shield tip initiates expansion more gradually, resulting in 85-90% weight retention and a larger, deeper-penetrating mushroom shape.
Precision Hunter loads are engineered with uniform propellant charges loaded to precise capacity, which delivers consistent velocities shot to shot. Clean-burning powders and careful quality control ensure repeatable ballistics across temperature changes and field conditions. This attention to consistency is what makes it match-grade ammunition that also functions as reliable hunting ammo.
Yes. The cases are made from reloadable brass. Once fired, they can be cleaned and reloaded with new primers, powder, and bullets according to published load data for the 7mm WSM. The quality brass used in factory ammunition typically performs well through multiple reloadings when handled properly.
| UPC | 090255805529 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 80552 |
| Bullet Weight (Grains) | 162 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 7MM WSM |
| Case Material | Brass |
| Grains | 162Gr |
| Length | 6.5000 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | ELD-X |
| Shipping Weight | 1.48 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| Cost per Round | 2.80 |
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