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HORNADY 30904 30 CAL .308 225 GR ELD MATCH 100 CT.
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SKU: 30904-090255309041
Overview
Built for precision shooting at extended distances, this match bullet is intended for shooters who want consistent flight characteristics and tight performance from a streamlined .30 caliber projectile. The Heat Shield tip is designed to resist deformation from aerodynamic heating, helping maintain a uniform meplat and support repeatable results from bullet to bullet and lot to lot. Its secant ogive, boattail design, and AMP jacket construction are presented as part of a high-BC match profile suited to long-range target work. Hornady notes a minimum twist rate of 1-10", so it is important to confirm rifle compatibility before use.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Patent-pending Heat
Shield tip helps maintain a
Streamlined Secant
Ogive and optimum boattail design
Amp Bullet
Jackets are described as highly
Bcs Are
Doppler radar and corrected to
Swaged Lead
Core is provided for uniformity
Key Features
- Hornady 30 caliber .308 225 grain ELD Match bullet, 100-count box.
- Patent pending Heat Shield tip is designed to maintain a consistent meplat.
- Heat Shield tip is intended to resist deformation from aerodynamic heating.
- Streamlined secant ogive and optimum boattail design support a low-drag profile.
- Highly concentric AMP bullet jackets are included for consistency and accuracy.
- Swaged lead core is described as providing uniformity and balance.
- Minimum twist rate required: 1-10 inches.
Best Used For
- Precision rifle shooters working at extended ranges where consistent bullet shape matters.
- Hunters using .308-caliber rifles that require a 1:10" minimum twist rate.
- Shooters seeking a match bullet with a streamlined profile and low-drag design.
- Reloaders building loads for long-range target practice and accuracy-focused applications.
Specifications
| Amp Jacket | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bc Measurement | Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions |
| Boattail Design | Yes |
| Bullet Type | ELD MATCH |
| Bullet Weight | 225 GR |
| Caliber | 30 CAL .308 |
| Heat Shield Tip | Yes |
| Minimum Twist Rate | 1-10" |
| Quantity | 100 CT. |
| Secant Ogive | Yes |
| Swaged Lead Core | Yes |
Pros
- Patent-pending Heat Shield tip helps maintain a consistent meplat shape.
- Streamlined secant ogive and optimum boattail design support a high-BC profile.
- AMP bullet jackets are described as highly concentric for improved uniformity.
- BCs are measured with Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions.
- Swaged lead core is provided for uniformity and balance.
- Designed for a minimum twist rate of 1-10 inches.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed as a match bullet, so it is not intended as a general-purpose hunting projectile.
- The product description notes a minimum twist rate of 1-10", which may limit compatibility with some rifles.
- Its performance focus is on extended-range accuracy, so it may be more specialized than needed for closer-range use.
- Pack count is 100 bullets, which is useful for load development but may be more than some shooters need at one time.
Suggested Comparisons
- Match bullets
- High-BC bullets
- Long-range rifle bullets
- Reloading components
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Bullet puller
- Reloading press
- Dies and shellholder set
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this Hornady bullet designed for?
This is an ELD Match bullet, so it is intended for match use rather than hunting-specific expansion claims. The product data emphasizes accuracy, high ballistic coefficient, and consistency.
What does the Heat Shield tip do?
Hornady says the Heat Shield tip is a heat-resistant polymer tip designed to keep its shape in flight and form a consistent meplat (tip), helping maintain bullet-to-bullet and lot-to-lot consistency.
Is this bullet suitable for long-range shooting?
The product description specifically discusses aerodynamic heating and accuracy degradation at extended ranges of 400 yards and beyond, and says this design is intended to address that issue. It does not guarantee performance for every rifle or load.
What twist rate is required?
The product data states that this bullet needs a minimum twist rate of 1-10".
How are the ballistic coefficients measured?
Hornady states that ELD-Match bullet BCs are measured with Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions.