Hornady 264 Cal 6.5mm 143gr ELD‑X
The Hornady 264 Cal 6.5mm 143gr ELD‑X is a specialized bullet component engineered for handloaders seeking terminal expansion combined with long-range precision in 6.5mm hunting rifles. Weighing 143gr with a .264‑inch diameter, the 264 Cal 6.5mm 143gr ELD‑X features Hornady’s ELD‑X (Extremely Low Drag – eXpanding) design, offering polymer‑tipped boat‑tail performance with consistent mushrooming on medium to large game.
Bullets in the 264 Cal 6.5mm 143gr ELD‑X line utilize Hornady’s Heat Shield® polymer tip and aerodynamic secant ogive to achieve a Doppler‑verified high ballistic coefficient. Combined with a precise boat‑tail base, the 264 Cal 6.5mm 143gr ELD‑X provides flat trajectories, wind resistance, and stable flight out to extended ranges—while still delivering controlled expansion at typical hunting velocities.
Each 264 Cal 6.5mm 143gr ELD‑X is manufactured with Hornady’s AMP (Advanced Manufacturing Process) jacket, ensuring near zero runout and uniform wall thickness for consistent performance. Paired with a swaged core, the 264 Cal 6.5mm 143gr ELD‑X offers tight group potential and predictable ballistics across various loads and environmental conditions.
Stabilizing reliably in barrels with 1:8 to 1:9 twist rates, the Hornady 264 Cal 6.5mm 143gr ELD‑X supports long‑range hunting in cartridges like 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5×55 Swedish, and 6.5 PRC. Its balanced design tolerates seating depth variations with minimal shift in point of impact. Shooters praise the 264 Cal 6.5mm 143gr ELD‑X for combining ethical terminal performance with competitive external ballistics.
Manufactured at Hornady’s Grand Island, Nebraska facility, the 264 Cal 6.5mm 143gr ELD‑X is sold as a bullet component only and must be paired with compatible brass, powder, and primers. With tight controls over tip geometry, jacket concentricity, and core density, the 264 Cal 6.5mm 143gr ELD‑X delivers consistent accuracy and reliable terminal effect for serious hunters and long‑range enthusiasts.
Product Information
| Manufacturer | Hornady |
|---|---|
| Component Type | Rifle |
| Caliber | 264, 6.5mm |
| Grain | 143 |
| Diameter | 0.264 |
| Bullet Base | Boat Tail |
| Bullet Style | Polymer Tipped |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | 0.625 |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G7) | 0.316 |
| Product Line | ELD-X |
| Purpose | Hunting |
| Lead-Free | No |
| Made in USA | Yes |
| Condition | New |
| Box Qty | 100 |
| Product Type | Bullets |
