.243 | 103gr | Hornady ELD-X bullet load data

.243 | 103gr | Hornady ELD-X

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ELD-X
Contains lead
SKU: 24550
Twist: 1:8.0

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

cartridgePowderBarrel (in)Charge (gr)OAL (in)Max. Pressure (psi)Muzzle Velocity (fps)
6 mm DasherReload Swiss RS 6020.033.62.38252628 (90%)2776
6 mm B.R. NormaVihtavuori N15024.030.52.44054752 (93%)2713
6 mm CreedmoorVihtavuori N55520.042.02.79048820 (79%)2782
6 mm CreedmoorVihtavuori N55520.0••.•2.79041865 (68%)2651
6 mm CreedmoorVihtavuori N56020.0••.•2.79054276 (88%)2897
6 mm CreedmoorVihtavuori N56020.0••.•2.79052684 (85%)2867
6 mm CreedmoorVihtavuori N56020.0••.•2.79050740 (82%)2835
6 mm CreedmoorVihtavuori N56020.0••.•2.79047124 (76%)2762
6 mm CreedmoorHodgdon H435020.0••.•2.79058825 (95%)2881
6 mm CreedmoorHodgdon H435020.0••.•2.79059692 (96%)2894
6 mm CreedmoorReload Swiss RS 7020.0••.•2.82554265 (88%)2900
6 mm XCReload Swiss RS 6223.6••.•2.75062223 (98%)3107
.243 Win.VECTAN SNPE Vectan Tubal 500022.0••.•2.66953986 (90%)2651
6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only)Hodgdon LEVERevolution16.0••.•2.24551789 (84%)2470
6 mm GTHodgdon VARGET20.0••.•2.64060752 (98%)2802
6 mm CreedmoorWinchester 6.5 StaBall24.0••.•2.82551010 (82%)2854
6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only)Hodgdon LEVERevolution20.0••.•2.26048205 (78%)2546
6 mm ARCRamshot TAC20.0••.•2.20049439 (95%)2457
6 mm CreedmoorReload Swiss RS 7018.0••.•2.82560308 (97%)2887
6 mm CreedmoorReload Swiss RS 7020.0••.•2.82559103 (95%)2949
6 mm CreedmoorHodgdon VARGET24.0••.•2.78354916 (89%)2904
6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only)Hodgdon VARGET14.5••.•2.26056675 (91%)2425
6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only)Hodgdon LEVERevolution14.5••.•2.26048205 (78%)2356
6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only)Hodgdon H489514.5••.•2.26061219 (99%)2500
6 mm ARC (bolt action rifles only)Hodgdon H489514.5••.•2.26048467 (78%)2323
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