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HORNADY 22831 22 CAL .224 80 GR ELD MATCH 100 CT.
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SKU: 22831-090255228311
Overview
Built for precision-focused shooting, this match bullet is intended for shooters who want consistent performance at extended distances. Hornady’s Heat Shield tip is designed to maintain a uniform meplat, while the streamlined secant ogive, optimum boattail design, and AMP jacket construction are presented as part of its accuracy-oriented profile. The bullet’s BC values are measured with Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions, and Hornady notes a minimum twist rate of 1-8". It is a specialized choice for serious long-range work rather than a general-purpose hunting bullet.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Patent-pending Heat
Shield tip is designed to
Consistent Meplat
Shape supports uniform bullet-to-bullet and
Streamlined Secant
Ogive and boattail design contribute
Amp Bullet
Jackets are described as highly
Doppler Radar-measured
BCs are corrected to standard
Key Features
- Hornady ELD Match .224 caliber, 80-grain bullet, 100-count box.
- Patent-pending Heat Shield tip is designed to maintain a consistent meplat.
- Heat Shield tip helps prevent tip deformation from aerodynamic heating.
- Streamlined secant ogive and optimum boattail design support a low-drag profile.
- Highly concentric AMP bullet jackets are included for uniformity and accuracy.
- Swaged lead core is provided for added uniformity and balance.
- Requires a minimum 1:8" twist rate.
Best Used For
- Long-range target shooters seeking a match bullet designed for extended-distance accuracy work.
- Hunters using rifles with at least a 1:8 twist rate and compatible .224 caliber chambers.
- Shooters focused on consistent bullet shape and uniformity from round to round.
- Users building loads for high-BC performance in precision shooting applications.
- Serious riflemen wanting a 100-count match bullet for practice and load development.
Specifications
| Amp Jacket | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bc Measurement | Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions |
| Boattail Design | Yes |
| Bullet Type | ELD MATCH |
| Bullet Weight | 80 GR |
| Caliber | 22 CAL .224 |
| Heat Resistant Polymer | Yes |
| Meplat | Perfect meplat |
| Minimum Twist Rate | 1-8" |
| Quantity | 100 CT |
| Secant Ogive | Yes |
| Swaged Lead Core | Yes |
| Tip Type | Heat Shield Tip |
Pros
- Patent-pending Heat Shield tip is designed to resist aerodynamic heating effects.
- Consistent meplat shape supports uniform bullet-to-bullet and lot-to-lot results.
- Streamlined secant ogive and boattail design contribute to a high-BC profile.
- AMP bullet jackets are described as highly concentric for accuracy.
- Doppler radar-measured BCs are corrected to standard atmospheric conditions.
- Minimum 1:8 twist rate requirement is clearly specified for compatibility.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Requires a minimum twist rate of 1-8", so it may not be suitable for rifles with slower twist barrels.
- This is a match bullet, so it is intended for precision use rather than general-purpose hunting applications.
- Its design emphasis is on high-BC performance and consistency, which may come with a narrower use case than conventional tipped bullets.
- The product description focuses on extended-range accuracy; results at shorter distances may not reflect the bullet’s primary design intent.
Suggested Comparisons
- Match bullets
- High-BC rifle bullets
- Long-range shooting components
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Bullet puller
- Reloading press
- Case gauge
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hornady 22831 ELD Match bullet intended for?
It is a .22 caliber, .224 diameter, 80 grain ELD Match bullet designed as a high BC match bullet.
What does the Heat Shield tip do?
According to Hornady, the Heat Shield tip is a heat-resistant polymer tip designed to maintain its shape and form a consistent meplat, even under aerodynamic heating.
Is this bullet suitable for long-range shooting?
The product description says the design addresses tip deformation and BC reduction at extended ranges, particularly 400 yards and beyond.
What twist rate is required for this bullet?
Hornady states this bullet needs a minimum twist rate of 1-8".
How many bullets are included in the box?
The product title lists a 100 count package.