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HORNADY 30951 30 CAL .308 195 GR ELD MATCH 100 CT.
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SKU: 30951-090255309515
Overview
Built for precision rifle work, this match bullet is aimed at shooters who want consistent performance at extended distances. Its Heat Shield tip is designed to maintain a uniform meplat, while the streamlined profile and concentric jacket design support a high-BC form factor. Hornady also notes a minimum twist rate of 1-10", so it is best suited to rifles configured for this class of projectile. For hunters and long-range shooters who prioritize accuracy over general-purpose use, it offers a purpose-driven option in a 100-count box.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Patented Heat
Shield tip is designed to
Consistent Tip
Shape supports uniform meplat formation
Streamlined Secant
Ogive and boattail design promote
Amp Bullet
Jackets are described as highly
Doppler Radar
BC measurements are corrected to
Key Features
- Hornady ELD Match .308 caliber, 195 grain bullet
- 100-count box for match shooting applications
- Patent-pending Heat Shield tip helps maintain a consistent meplat
- Streamlined secant ogive and optimum boattail design
- AMP jacket design supports concentricity and accuracy
- Doppler radar-measured BCs corrected to standard atmospheric conditions
- Requires a minimum 1:10" twist rate
Best Used For
- Precision rifle shooters working at extended ranges where consistent bullet shape matters.
- Hunters and target shooters using .308 rifles with a minimum 1:10 twist rate.
- Shooters seeking a match bullet with streamlined profile and low-drag design.
- Users prioritizing bullet-to-bullet and lot-to-lot consistency for careful load development.
Specifications
| Amp Jacket | Yes |
|---|---|
| Atmospheric Correction | Standard atmospheric conditions |
| Bc Measurement | Doppler radar |
| Boattail Design | Optimum boattail design |
| Bullet Type | ELD Match |
| Bullet Weight | 195 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
- Patented Heat Shield tip is designed to resist aerodynamic heating effects in flight.
- Consistent tip shape supports uniform meplat formation from bullet to bullet.
- Streamlined secant ogive and boattail design promote a high-BC profile.
- AMP bullet jackets are described as highly concentric for added uniformity.
- Doppler radar BC measurements are corrected to standard atmospheric conditions.
- Requires a minimum 1:10" twist rate, which may limit some rifles.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed as a match bullet, so it is oriented toward precision use rather than general-purpose hunting applications.
- The product description notes a minimum twist rate of 1-10", so rifles with slower twist rates may not be suitable.
- Its performance focus is on extended-range consistency and high ballistic coefficient, which may be more than needed for shorter-range shooting.
- Packaged in a 100-count box, which is practical for load development but may be more than some shooters need for occasional use.
Suggested Comparisons
- Match bullets
- High-BC rifle bullets
- Long-range target shooting ammunition
- Reloading components
Suggested Accessories
- Bullet puller
- Reloading press
- Bullet comparator
- Dial caliper
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this Hornady product intended for?
This is a .30 caliber, .308 diameter 195 grain ELD Match bullet in a 100-count package. The product description identifies it as a match bullet designed around Hornady’s Heat Shield tip and high-BC profile.
What does the Heat Shield tip do?
According to Hornady, the Heat Shield tip is a heat-resistant polymer tip designed to resist aerodynamic heating so the tip keeps its shape and forms a consistent meplat (tip).
Is this bullet described as a hunting bullet?
The provided description focuses on match use and accuracy. It does not describe this as a hunting bullet, so that use is not stated in the source data.
What twist rate is required for this bullet?
The product data states this bullet needs a minimum twist rate of 1-10".
Does Hornady provide ballistic coefficient information here?
The description says the ELD-Match bullet BCs are measured with Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions, but no specific BC number is included in the provided data.