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HORNADY 22774 22 CAL .224 73 GR ELD MATCH 100 CT.
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SKU: 22774-090255227741
Overview
Built for precision shooting where consistency matters most, this match bullet is intended for extended-range target work and other applications that demand a streamlined, high-BC design. Hornady’s Heat Shield tip is designed to hold its shape under aerodynamic heating, helping preserve a uniform meplat from bullet to bullet and lot to lot. The bullet also pairs a secant ogive, boattail design, swaged lead core, and AMP jacket construction to support the kind of concentricity and balance serious shooters look for. It requires a minimum 1-8" twist rate, so it is best suited to rifles configured for that specification.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Heat Shield
Tip is designed to maintain
Streamlined Secant
Ogive and boattail design support
Amp Jacket
Design is built for concentricity
Doppler Radar-measured
BCs are corrected to standard
Swaged Lead
Core provides uniformity and balance
Key Features
- .224 caliber, 73 grain ELD Match bullet
- 100-count box
- Patent-pending Heat Shield tip
- Streamlined secant ogive with optimum boattail design
- AMP bullet jackets for concentricity and accuracy
- Minimum twist rate of 1-8 inches
Best Used For
- Precision rifle shooters seeking a high-BC match bullet for extended-range target work.
- Hunters and reloaders building .224-caliber loads that require a minimum 1:8 twist rate.
- Shooters focused on consistent bullet-to-bullet and lot-to-lot performance in match applications.
- Users wanting a streamlined bullet profile designed for accuracy at 400 yards and beyond.
Specifications
| Amp Jacket | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bc Measurement | Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions |
| Boattail Design | Yes |
| Bullet Diameter | .224 |
| Bullet Type | ELD Match |
| Bullet Weight | 73 GR |
| Caliber | 22 CAL |
| Heat Shield Tip | Yes |
| Minimum Twist Rate | 1-8" |
| Quantity | 100 CT. |
| Secant Ogive | Yes |
| Swaged Lead Core | Yes |
Pros
- Heat Shield tip is designed to maintain a consistent meplat shape.
- Streamlined secant ogive and boattail design support a high-BC profile.
- AMP jacket design is built for concentricity and accuracy.
- Doppler radar-measured BCs are corrected to standard atmospheric conditions.
- Swaged lead core provides uniformity and balance.
- Requires a minimum 1:8" twist rate for proper stabilization.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed as a match bullet, so it is not intended to serve as a general-purpose hunting projectile.
- Its performance focus is on extended-range consistency; the description specifically notes aerodynamic heating concerns at 400 yards and beyond.
- Requires a minimum twist rate of 1:8", which may limit compatibility with some .22 caliber rifles.
- The product is sold as a 100-count bullet pack, so it is best suited to shooters who want a dedicated load-development or match supply rather than a small trial quantity.
Suggested Comparisons
- Match bullets
- High-BC rifle bullets
- Long-range target shooting ammunition
- 22 caliber rifle components
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Bullet puller
- Reloading press
- Caliper
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this Hornady bullet designed for?
This is an ELD Match bullet in .22 caliber (.224) with a 73 grain weight, intended as a match bullet. The product data emphasizes accuracy-focused design rather than hunting-specific terminal performance.
Does this bullet use Hornady’s Heat Shield tip?
Yes. The description says it uses Hornady’s patent-pending Heat Shield tip, which is designed to resist deformation from aerodynamic heating and maintain a consistent meplat.
What twist rate is required for this bullet?
The product data states that this bullet needs a minimum twist rate of 1-8".
Can I use this bullet for long-range shooting?
The description says the design addresses aerodynamic heating and BC degradation, particularly at extended ranges of 400 yards and beyond. It does not provide specific field performance claims.
How are the ballistic coefficients for ELD-Match bullets determined?
The product information says ELD-Match bullet BCs are measured with Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions.