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HORNADY 26331 6.5MM .264 140 GR ELD MATCH 100 CT.
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SKU: 26331-090255263312
Overview
Built for precision shooting, this 6.5mm .264 140 grain match bullet is intended for situations where consistent flight and tight accuracy matter most, especially at extended distances. Hornady’s Heat Shield tip is designed to maintain a uniform meplat under aerodynamic heating, while the streamlined profile, boattail design, and concentric AMP jacket are presented as part of the bullet’s accuracy-focused construction. 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" is required. It is a purpose-driven choice for shooters who want a match projectile 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 support
Amp Bullet
Jackets are described as highly
Doppler Radar
BC measurements are corrected to
Key Features
- 6.5mm .264 caliber, 140-grain ELD Match bullet
- 100-count box for match shooting applications
- Heat Shield tip is designed to maintain a consistent meplat
- Secant ogive and boattail design support a streamlined profile
- AMP bullet jackets are described as highly concentric
- Swaged lead core is provided for uniformity and balance
- Requires a minimum 1:8" twist rate
Best Used For
- Long-range target shooters prioritizing consistent bullet shape and repeatable accuracy at extended distances.
- Hunters and shooters using rifles with a minimum 1:8 twist rate for this bullet.
- Precision reloaders seeking a 6.5mm .264 140 grain match bullet in a 100-count box.
- Shooters focused on high-BC match applications rather than general-purpose hunting loads.
Specifications
| Amp Jacket Design | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bc Measurement | Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions |
| Boattail Design | Yes |
| Bullet Diameter | .264 |
| Bullet Type | ELD Match |
| Bullet Weight | 140 GR |
| Caliber | 6.5MM |
| Minimum Twist Rate | 1-8" |
| Quantity | 100 CT. |
| Secant Ogive | Yes |
| Swaged Lead Core | Yes |
| Tip | 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 support a high ballistic coefficient.
- AMP bullet jackets are described as highly concentric for accuracy-focused use.
- Doppler radar BC measurements are corrected to standard atmospheric conditions.
- Swaged lead core is provided for uniformity and balance.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a match bullet, so it is intended for precision use rather than general-purpose hunting applications.
- The product notes a minimum twist rate of 1-8", so rifles with slower twist rates may not be suitable.
- The description emphasizes extended-range performance; its design focus may be more specialized than needed for shorter-range shooting.
- Packaged as a 100-count box, which may be more than some shooters need for occasional use.
Suggested Comparisons
- Match rifle bullets
- 6.5mm/.264 caliber bullets
- Long-range target shooting ammunition components
- High-BC bullet options
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Bullet puller
- Reloading press
- Case gauge
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this Hornady product intended for?
It is an ELD Match bullet in 6.5mm .264, 140 grain, supplied in a 100-count box. The product data identifies it as a match bullet rather than a hunting-specific bullet.
What is the Heat Shield tip supposed to do?
According to the product description, the Heat Shield tip is a heat-resistant polymer tip designed to resist deformation from aerodynamic heating and maintain a consistent meplat shape.
Does Hornady provide any ballistic coefficient information here?
The description says ELD-Match bullet BCs are measured with Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions, but no specific BC value is provided in the supplied data.
What twist rate does this bullet require?
The product data states that this bullet needs a minimum twist rate of 1-8".
What comes in the package?
The product title lists it as a 100-count box of Hornady 6.5mm .264 140 grain ELD Match bullets.