
.277 | 145gr | 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
145 gr (9.40 g)
Diameter
0.277″ (7.04 mm)
Sectional Density
0.270
BC G1
0.536
BC G7
0.27
Type
ELD-X
Min. Twist
1:9.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .277 | 145gr | ELD-X are available in the following cartridges:
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Community Load Data for .277 | 145gr | ELD-X
Loads for .277 | 145gr | ELD-X from our community:
39 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .270 Win. | Hodgdon H414 | 24.0 | 51.5 | 3.290 | 8 (0%) | 2874 |
| .270 Win. | ADI AR 2206H | 24.0 | 44.9 | 3.290 | 8 (0%) | 2808 |
| .270 Win. | Winchester 6.5 StaBall | 22.0 | 52.0 | 3.340 | 45896 (74%) | 2605 |
| .270 Win. | Norma 204 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.470 | 57566 (92%) | 2881 |
| .270 Win. | Alliant Powder Reloder-15 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 60249 (97%) | 2831 |
| .270 Win. | Winchester 760 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 61119 (98%) | 2897 |
| .270 Win. | IMR 4350 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 58929 (94%) | 2825 |
| .270 Win. | Norma 204 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.470 | 49922 (80%) | 2792 |
| .270 Win. | Norma 204 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 61467 (99%) | 2927 |
| .277 Fury | Hodgdon CFE223 | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.820 | 78495 (98%) | 2822 |
| .277 Fury | Hodgdon CFE223 | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.820 | 71170 (89%) | 2743 |
| .277 Fury Commercial | Hodgdon CFE223 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.820 | 61409 (97%) | 2769 |
| .277 Fury Commercial | Hodgdon CFE223 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.820 | 62250 (99%) | 2782 |
| .277 Fury Commercial | Hodgdon CFE223 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.820 | 59683 (95%) | 2746 |
| .270 Win. | Winchester 6.5 StaBall | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 59495 (95%) | 2799 |
| .270 Win. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N160 | 20.1 | ••.• | 3.290 | 53809 (86%) | 2680 |
| .270 Win. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N160 | 20.1 | ••.• | 3.290 | 47674 (76%) | 2582 |
| .277 Fury | Vihtavuori N130 | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.820 | 59756 (75%) | 2421 |
| .277 Fury Commercial | Vihtavuori N130 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.820 | 57711 (91%) | 2513 |
| .277 Fury Commercial | Vihtavuori N130 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.820 | 51488 (82%) | 2415 |
| .270 Win. | Vihtavuori N550 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 39450 (63%) | 2507 |
| .277 Fury | Hodgdon CFE223 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.711 | 63440 (79%) | 2720 |
| .277 Fury | Hodgdon CFE223 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.700 | 63933 (80%) | 2726 |
| .277 Fury Commercial | Hodgdon CFE223 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.659 | 58233 (92%) | 2684 |
| .270 Win. | Hodgdon H414 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 7 (0%) | 2723 |