
.243 | 103gr | Hornady ELD-X
by Hornady · See details on brand website
The Hornady ELD-X (Extremely Low Drag - eXpanding) bullet features a revolutionary Heat Shield tip that resists aerodynamic heating and maintains its shape for consistent ballistic performance at extreme range. The InterLock ring and thick jacket ensure reliable expansion and high weight retention, making it effective from close range to extended hunting distances. This non-lead-free bullet offers match-grade accuracy with hunting-grade terminal performance, bridging the gap between target and hunting bullets. The ELD-X is ideal for long-range hunting of medium to large game, with its controlled expansion preventing over-expansion at high velocity or under-expansion at low velocity.
Specifications
Weight
103 gr (6.67 g)
Diameter
0.243″ (6.17 mm)
Sectional Density
0.249
BC G1
0.512
BC G7
0.258
Type
ELD-X
Min. Twist
1:8.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .243 | 103gr | ELD-X are available in the following cartridges:
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Community Load Data for .243 | 103gr | ELD-X
Loads for .243 | 103gr | ELD-X from our community:
59 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 mm Dasher | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 20.0 | 33.6 | 2.382 | 52628 (90%) | 2776 |
| 6 mm B.R. Norma | Vihtavuori N150 | 24.0 | 30.5 | 2.440 | 54752 (93%) | 2713 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Vihtavuori N555 | 20.0 | 42.0 | 2.790 | 48820 (79%) | 2782 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Vihtavuori N555 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.790 | 41865 (68%) | 2651 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Vihtavuori N560 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.790 | 54276 (88%) | 2897 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Vihtavuori N560 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.790 | 52684 (85%) | 2867 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Vihtavuori N560 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.790 | 50740 (82%) | 2835 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Vihtavuori N560 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.790 | 47124 (76%) | 2762 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Hodgdon H4350 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.790 | 58825 (95%) | 2881 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Hodgdon H4350 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.790 | 59692 (96%) | 2894 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.825 | 54265 (88%) | 2900 |
| 6 mm XC | Reload Swiss RS 62 | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.750 | 62223 (98%) | 3107 |
| .243 Win. | VECTAN SNPE Vectan Tubal 5000 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.669 | 53986 (90%) | 2651 |
| 6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only) | Hodgdon LEVERevolution | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.245 | 51789 (84%) | 2470 |
| 6 mm GT | Hodgdon VARGET | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.640 | 60752 (98%) | 2802 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Winchester 6.5 StaBall | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.825 | 51010 (82%) | 2854 |
| 6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only) | Hodgdon LEVERevolution | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.260 | 48205 (78%) | 2546 |
| 6 mm ARC | Ramshot TAC | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.200 | 49439 (95%) | 2457 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.825 | 60308 (97%) | 2887 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.825 | 59103 (95%) | 2949 |
| 6 mm Creedmoor | Hodgdon VARGET | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.783 | 54916 (89%) | 2904 |
| 6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only) | Hodgdon VARGET | 14.5 | ••.• | 2.260 | 56675 (91%) | 2425 |
| 6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only) | Hodgdon LEVERevolution | 14.5 | ••.• | 2.260 | 48205 (78%) | 2356 |
| 6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only) | Hodgdon H4895 | 14.5 | ••.• | 2.260 | 61219 (99%) | 2500 |
| 6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only) | Hodgdon H4895 | 14.5 | ••.• | 2.260 | 48467 (78%) | 2323 |