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Hornady 80636 Precision Hunter 7mm Rem Mag 162 GR ELDX 20 Rounds
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SKU: 80636-090255806366
Overview
Built for hunters who want a 7mm Remington Magnum load with a clear focus on accuracy and terminal performance, this 20-round box pairs a 162-grain ELD-X bullet with a muzzle velocity of 2940 fps. It is suited to larger game and offers the kind of controlled expansion and deep penetration described in the product data, making it a practical choice for field use where shot placement matters. Hornady also notes clean-burning propellant for consistent results across temperature changes, which may appeal to hunters who want predictable performance from season to season. The same load can also serve on the range, though its primary intent is hunting.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
7mm Remington
Magnum chambering suits larger-game hunting
162-grain Eldx
Bullet is listed for consistent
2940 Fps
Muzzle velocity is provided in
3109 Ft-lbs
Muzzle energy is specified for
Clean-burning Propellant
Is described for consistent shot-to-shot
Key Features
- 7mm Remington Magnum caliber for hunting larger game.
- 162-grain ELDX bullet designed for accuracy and terminal performance.
- Muzzle velocity listed at 2,940 feet per second.
- Muzzle energy listed at 3,109 foot-pounds.
- 20 rounds per box.
- Brass casing material specified.
- Suitable for both hunting and target shooting.
Best Used For
- Hunters pursuing larger game with 7mm Remington Magnum rifles
- Shooters wanting a hunting load that also works for range practice
- Users who prefer a 162-grain ELDX bullet in a 20-round box
- Hunters seeking a brass-cased load with listed muzzle velocity and energy
Specifications
| Accuracy Claim | Designed for accuracy |
|---|---|
| Bullet Type | Extremely Low Drag-eXpanding (ELDX) |
| Bullet Weight | 162 gr |
| Caliber | 7mm Rem Mag |
| Casing Material | Brass |
| Expansion Claim | Consistent expansion |
| Muzzle Energy | 3109 ft lbs |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2940 fps |
| Penetration Claim | Deep penetration |
| Propellant | Clean-burning propellant |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Suitable For | Hunting and target shooting |
| Terminal Performance Claim | Designed for terminal performance |
Pros
- 7mm Remington Magnum chambering suits larger-game hunting applications.
- 162-grain ELDX bullet is listed for consistent expansion and deep penetration.
- 2940 fps muzzle velocity is provided in the product data.
- 3109 ft-lbs muzzle energy is specified for the load.
- Clean-burning propellant is described for consistent shot-to-shot results.
- 20-round box offers a practical quantity for range or field use.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a 7mm Rem Mag load, so it’s best suited to rifles chambered for that cartridge and may not fit a general-purpose ammo setup.
- The 162-grain ELDX bullet is described for hunting performance, but the box also notes suitability for target shooting, so it’s a hunting-focused load with some range use overlap rather than a dedicated match round.
- Each box contains 20 rounds, which is a practical hunting quantity but may require multiple boxes for extended practice sessions.
- The product description emphasizes accuracy and terminal performance, but it does not provide details on recoil, so shooters sensitive to recoil should evaluate it based on the 7mm Rem Mag platform itself.
Suggested Comparisons
- 7mm Remington Magnum hunting ammunition
- Premium big-game rifle ammunition
- Target shooting rifle ammunition
- Brass-cased centerfire rifle ammo
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Hearing protection
- Range bag
- Cleaning kit
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber is this Hornady Precision Hunter load?
It is chambered in 7mm Remington Magnum (7mm Rem Mag).
How many rounds come in a box?
Each box contains 20 rounds.
What bullet type and bullet weight does it use?
It uses a 162-grain Extremely Low Drag-eXpanding (ELDX) bullet.
What muzzle velocity and muzzle energy are listed for this ammunition?
The listed muzzle velocity is 2940 fps and the listed muzzle energy is 3109 ft lbs.
Is this ammunition described as suitable for hunting only, or for other uses too?
The product description says it is suitable for both hunting and target shooting.