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HORNADY 26176 6.5MM .264 123 GR ELD MATCH 100 CT.
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SKU: 26176-090255261769
Overview
Built for precision shooting, this match bullet is intended for hunters and shooters who prioritize consistency at longer distances. Its Heat Shield tip is designed to maintain a uniform meplat, while the streamlined profile and AMP jacket construction are presented to support accuracy and low drag. Hornady also notes Doppler radar-based BC measurement and a minimum twist rate of 1-9", making this a specialized option for rifles set up for compatible long-range use.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Patent-pending Heat
Shield tip helps maintain a
Streamlined Secant
Ogive and boattail design support
Amp Jacket
Design is specified for optimum
Swaged Lead
Core is listed for uniformity
Bc Values
Doppler radar and corrected to
Key Features
- 6.5mm .264 caliber, 123-grain ELD Match bullets
- Pack includes 100 bullets
- Heat Shield tip is designed to maintain a consistent meplat
- Streamlined secant ogive and optimum boattail design
- AMP bullet jackets are highly concentric for accuracy
- Swaged lead core provides uniformity and balance
- Minimum twist rate required: 1-9 inches
Best Used For
- Precision rifle shooters seeking a 6.5mm match bullet for extended-range target work.
- Hunters who also practice with match ammunition and want consistent bullet-to-bullet uniformity.
- Shooters using rifles with at least a 1:9 twist rate.
- Users focused on high-BC bullet design for long-distance accuracy testing and load development.
Specifications
| Amp Jacket | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bc Correction | Standard atmospheric conditions |
| Bc Measurement Method | Doppler radar |
| Boattail Design | Yes |
| Bullet Diameter | .264 |
| Bullet Type | ELD Match |
| Bullet Weight | 123 GR |
| Caliber | 6.5MM |
| Heat Shield Tip | Yes |
| Minimum Twist Rate | 1-9" |
| Quantity | 100 CT. |
| Secant Ogive | Yes |
| Swaged Lead Core | Yes |
Pros
- Patent-pending Heat Shield tip helps maintain a consistent meplat shape in flight.
- Streamlined secant ogive and boattail design support a high-BC match profile.
- AMP jacket design is specified for optimum concentricity and accuracy.
- Swaged lead core is listed for uniformity and balance.
- BC values are measured with Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions.
- Minimum twist rate requirement of 1:9 inches is clearly stated.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed as a match bullet, so it is not intended to serve as a general-purpose hunting projectile.
- The product is optimized for extended-range use; its stated accuracy benefits are most relevant at longer distances rather than close-range shooting.
- Requires a minimum twist rate of 1-9", so it may not be suitable for rifles with slower twist rates.
- Pack count is 100 bullets, which is useful for volume loading but may be more than needed for occasional use.
Suggested Comparisons
- Match bullets
- 6.5mm rifle bullets
- High-BC target bullets
- Reloading components
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Bullet puller
- Reloading press
- Case trimmer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in this product package?
This listing is for Hornady 6.5mm .264 123 gr ELD Match bullets, 100 count.
Is this bullet intended for hunting or match use?
The product is identified as an ELD Match bullet, so it is presented as a match bullet rather than a hunting-specific bullet.
What does Hornady say about the tip design?
Hornady says the Heat Shield tip is a heat-resistant polymer tip designed to maintain a consistent meplat shape and resist deformation from aerodynamic heating.
What minimum twist rate is required?
The product data states a minimum twist rate of 1-9".
Does the product data list the bullet's exact dimensions or construction details?
The provided data does not list exact dimensions such as bullet length or overall cartridge dimensions. It does mention a swaged lead core and AMP jacket design.