
.264 | 143gr | 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
143 gr (9.27 g)
Diameter
0.264″ (6.71 mm)
Sectional Density
0.293
BC G1
0.625
BC G7
0.314
Type
ELD-X
Min. Twist
1:7.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .264 | 143gr | ELD-X are available in the following cartridges:
6.5 PRC
6.5-06 Ackley Improved
6.5 x 57
6.5 Weatherby RPM
6.5 x 55 Swedish
6.5 x 65 R
6.5 x 57 R
6.5-300 Weatherby Mag.
6.5 x 65
6.5 x 64 (Reb)
6.5 x 68 R
6.5 x 70 R
6.5 x 58 R
6.5 x 54 Mannlich Schoenauer
6.5-06 A-Square
6.5 x 51 R Jap. Arisaka
6.5 x 63 R Messner Mag.
6.5 x 63 Messner Mag.
6.5 x 68
6.5-284 Norma
.264 Win. Mag.
.26 Nosler
6.5 x 72 R
6.5 x 64 Brenneke
6.5 x 58 mm Mauser Port.
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.264 | 140gr | Hybrid Target
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.264 | 140gr | VLD Hunting
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.264 | 140gr | Match
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.264 | 139gr | Scenar
Lapua · 139gr · BC 0.578
.264 | 140gr | AccuBond
Nosler · 140gr · BC 0.509
.264 | 140gr | Elite Hunter
Berger · 140gr · BC 0.606
.264 | 142gr | AccuBond Long Range
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Community Load Data for .264 | 143gr | ELD-X
Loads for .264 | 143gr | ELD-X from our community:
181 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5 PRC | Accurate Powders Accurate High Country | 20.5 | 55.3 | 2.911 | 9 (0%) | 2884 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Hodgdon H4350 | 22.0 | 40.0 | 2.848 | 61332 (97%) | 2671 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | IMR 4350 | 24.0 | 41.0 | 2.825 | 61344 (97%) | 2697 |
| 6.5 PRC | Hodgdon H4831 SC | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.955 | 59727 (92%) | 2923 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Winchester 6.5 StaBall | 21.5 | ••.• | 2.825 | 58649 (93%) | 2595 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Hodgdon VARGET | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.848 | 56930 (90%) | 2572 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Hodgdon VARGET | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.848 | 54804 (87%) | 2546 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Hodgdon H4350 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.848 | 43330 (69%) | 2395 |
| 6.5 x 55 Swedish | Alliant Powder Reloder-22 | 29.5 | ••.• | 3.150 | 43217 (78%) | 2703 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.874 | 9 (0%) | 2792 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 23.6 | ••.• | 2.874 | 10 (0%) | 2844 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Reload Swiss RS 62 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.799 | 61699 (98%) | 2667 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Vihtavuori N555 | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.825 | 43801 (69%) | 2598 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Hodgdon VARGET | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 51793 (82%) | 2323 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Hodgdon VARGET | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 60539 (96%) | 2441 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Hodgdon VARGET | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 55970 (89%) | 2382 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Hodgdon H4350 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.885 | 59901 (95%) | 2703 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Vihtavuori N550 | 26.0 | ••.• | 2.803 | 9 (0%) | 2749 |
| 6.5 PRC | Hodgdon Retumbo | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.955 | 56768 (87%) | 3002 |
| 6.5 PRC | Hodgdon Retumbo | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.955 | 56072 (86%) | 2992 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Winchester 760 | 21.5 | ••.• | 2.825 | 57305 (91%) | 2648 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | IMR 4350 | 21.5 | ••.• | 2.825 | 56768 (90%) | 2579 |
| 6.5 x 55 Swedish | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N550 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.102 | 52707 (96%) | 2602 |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | Winchester 6.5 StaBall | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.825 | 58653 (93%) | 2651 |
| 6.5-06 Ackley Improved | IMR 4350 | 26.0 | ••.• | 3.320 | 60727 (93%) | 2904 |