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HORNADY 30713 30 CAL .308 178 GR ELD MATCH 100 CT.
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SKU: 30713-090255307139
Overview
Built for precision rifle work, 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 profile, boattail design, and AMP jacket construction are presented as part of a system focused on accuracy and consistency. The bullet’s Doppler radar–measured BCs and the stated minimum 1-12" twist requirement make it a practical choice for rifles set up for long-range target use. It is a specialized option for disciplined load development and precision shooting rather than general-purpose hunting.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Heat Shield
Tip is designed to resist
Consistent Meplat
Shape supports repeatable bullet-to-bullet and
Streamlined Secant
Ogive and boattail design support
Amp Bullet
Jackets are described as highly
Bc Values
Doppler radar and corrected to
Key Features
- Hornady ELD Match bullet in .30 caliber, .308 diameter, 178 grain weight
- Patent-pending Heat Shield tip is designed to maintain a consistent meplat
- Streamlined secant ogive and optimum boattail design support a low-drag profile
- AMP bullet jackets are highly concentric for uniformity and accuracy
- Swaged lead core is provided for balance and consistency
- Minimum twist rate required: 1-12 inches
Best Used For
- Long-range target shooters seeking a match bullet designed for consistent performance at extended distances.
- Hunters who also practice with precision loads and want a high-BC .30 caliber option.
- Rifle owners needing a bullet that requires a minimum 1:12 twist rate.
- Shooters focused on uniformity and accuracy from bullet-to-bullet and lot-to-lot consistency.
- Users building .308-caliber match ammunition for precision shooting applications.
Specifications
| Amp Jacket Design | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bc Measurement | Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions |
| Boattail Design | Yes |
| Bullet Diameter | 30 cal |
| Bullet Type | ELD Match |
| Bullet Weight | 178 gr |
| Caliber | .308 |
| Heat Shield Tip | Yes |
| Minimum Twist Rate | 1-12" |
| Quantity | 100 ct. |
| Secant Ogive | Yes |
| Swaged Lead Core | Yes |
Pros
- Heat Shield tip is designed to resist aerodynamic heating and tip deformation.
- Consistent meplat shape supports repeatable bullet-to-bullet and lot-to-lot results.
- Streamlined secant ogive and boattail design support a high BC profile.
- AMP bullet jackets are described as highly concentric for accuracy.
- BC values are measured with Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions.
- Minimum twist rate requirement is clearly specified at 1-12 inches.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed as a match bullet, so it is oriented toward precision shooting rather than general-purpose hunting use.
- Requires a minimum twist rate of 1-12", which may limit compatibility with some rifles.
- The product information emphasizes extended-range performance characteristics, so its benefits are most relevant at longer distances.
- Pack count is 100 bullets, which is useful for volume loading but may be more than needed for occasional use.
Suggested Comparisons
- Match rifle bullets
- Long-range target shooting ammunition
- High-BC bullets
- Reloading components
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Bullet puller
- Reloading press
- Case gauge
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hornady 30713 ELD Match intended for?
It is a .30 caliber, .308 diameter, 178 grain ELD Match bullet designed as a high BC match bullet.
What makes the ELD Match tip different from a conventional polymer tip?
Hornady states the Heat Shield tip is made from a heat-resistant polymer designed to resist deformation from aerodynamic heating and maintain a consistent meplat.
Is this bullet suitable for long-range shooting?
The product description says aerodynamic heating can affect conventional tipped bullets at extended ranges, and this bullet is designed to address that issue. It is presented as a high BC match bullet, but specific long-range performance is not quantified here.
What twist rate is required for this bullet?
The product data says this bullet needs a minimum twist rate of 1-12".
How are the ballistic coefficients determined?
The description states that ELD-Match bullet BCs are measured with Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions.