Hornady Precision Hunter 28 Nosler ELD-X 162 Grain 20 Rounds

Name: Hornady Precision Hunter 28 Nosler ELD-X 162 Grain 20 Rounds
Brand: Hornady
SKU: WX2*0710765
Price: 68.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Overview

Built for hunters who want a match-grade hunting cartridge, this load centers on Hornady’s ELD-X bullet and is intended for use across practical hunting distances. The design emphasizes consistent expansion and a high ballistic coefficient, with the Heat Shield tip helping the bullet maintain its shape over the trajectory. Hornady also notes a thick jacket shank and InterLock ring to keep the core and jacket together, supporting 50–60% weight retention. In 28 Nosler with a 162-grain bullet and 20 rounds per box, it suits serious hunting applications where precision and controlled expansion matter.

Why Hunters Choose the Hornady

Match-grade Hunting

Cartridge designed for Precision Hunter

Eld-x Bullet

Match-accurate performance for all-range hunting

Heat Shield

Tip is designed to retain

High Ballistic

Coefficients support the cartridge’s long-trajectory

Interlock Ring

Thick jacket shank help keep

Key Features

Hornady Precision Hunter ammunition in 28 Nosler with 162-grain ELD-X bullets.
Engineered as a match-grade hunting cartridge for serious hunting applications.
ELD-X bullet is designed for all-range hunting with match-accurate performance.
Features highest-in-class ballistic coefficients and consistent expansion at practical hunting distances.
Heat Shield tip is designed to retain its shape during aerodynamic heating.
Thick jacket shank and InterLock ring help keep core and jacket together.

Best Used For

Hunters seeking a match-grade hunting cartridge for precision rifle setups
Big-game hunters planning shots across varied practical hunting distances
Shooters who want a 28 Nosler load with 162-grain ELD-X bullets
Hunters prioritizing consistent expansion in a single versatile hunting load
Those wanting 20-round boxes for range confirmation and field use

Specifications

Bullet Type	ELD-X
Bullet Weight	162 Grain
Cartridge	28 Nosler
Package Quantity	20 Rounds
Rounds	20

Pros

Match-grade hunting cartridge designed for Precision Hunter applications.
ELD-X bullet offers match-accurate performance for all-range hunting use.
Heat Shield tip is designed to retain shape under aerodynamic heating.
High ballistic coefficients support the cartridge’s long-trajectory design.
InterLock ring and thick jacket shank help keep core and jacket together.
Available in 28 Nosler, 162 grain, 20-round packaging.

Considerations & Trade-offs

This is a specialized 28 Nosler load, so it only fits rifles chambered for that cartridge.
The 162 grain ELD-X bullet is tuned for hunting use, which may not be the right choice if you want a dedicated target load.
The box contains 20 rounds, so it is a relatively limited quantity for high-volume practice or extended range sessions.
The product description emphasizes performance at practical hunting distances, so it is best evaluated in that context rather than as a general-purpose ammo option.

Suggested Comparisons

Hunting rifle ammunition
Long-range hunting ammunition
Big game rifle ammunition
Match-grade hunting ammo

Suggested Accessories

Ammunition case
Hearing protection
Rifle cleaning kit
Ballistic calculator

Frequently Asked Questions

What bullet does this load use?

This load uses Hornady’s ELD-X (Extremely Low Drag eXpanding) bullet.

Is this ammunition intended for hunting use?

Yes. Hornady describes Precision Hunter as a match-grade hunting cartridge engineered for hunting applications.

What does Hornady say about the ELD-X bullet’s expansion?

Hornady says the ELD-X is designed for consistent expansion at all practical hunting distances.

Does the product description mention any special tip design?

Yes. The description says the Heat Shield tip is designed to defy aerodynamic heating and retain its shape.

How many rounds are included in this box?

The product title lists 20 rounds.