.284 | 160gr | Hornady CX
by Hornady · See details on brand website
The Hornady ECX bullet is a lead-free, expanding copper alloy projectile engineered for reliable terminal performance and deep penetration. Its sleek, aerodynamic profile ensures high ballistic efficiency, while the distinctive polymer tip enhances accuracy and initiates controlled expansion on impact. Perfect for hunters seeking a non-toxic solution, the ECX bullet is ideal for medium to large game such as deer, antelope, and African plains game, providing excellent energy transfer and consistent results.
Specifications
Weight
160 gr (10.37 g)
Diameter
0.284″ (7.21 mm)
Sectional Density
0.283
BC G1
0.596
BC G7
0.3
Type
CX
Min. Twist
1:8.0
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Load recipes using .284 | 160gr | CX are available in the following cartridges:
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Community Load Data for .284 | 160gr | CX
Loads for .284 | 160gr | CX from our community:
58 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 mm Rem. SA Ultra Mag. | Hodgdon H4831 SC | 24.0 | 60.0 | 2.930 | 62265 (96%) | 2907 |
| 7 mm Rem. SA Ultra Mag. | Hodgdon Superformance | 24.0 | 58.0 | 2.930 | 54616 (84%) | 2854 |
| 7 mm Rem. SA Ultra Mag. | Ramshot Grand | 24.0 | 61.0 | 2.930 | 55355 (85%) | 2887 |
| 7 mm PRC | Reload Swiss RS 76 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.189 | 48399 (74%) | 2913 |
| 7 mm PRC | Reload Swiss RS 76 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.189 | 39375 (61%) | 2720 |
| 7 mm PRC | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.189 | 61950 (95%) | 3025 |
| 7 mm PRC | Winchester StaBALL HD | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.228 | 55270 (85%) | 3022 |
| 7 mm PRC | Winchester StaBALL HD | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 53623 (82%) | 2999 |
| 7 mm PRC | Winchester 6.5 StaBall | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 53552 (82%) | 2776 |
| 7 mm PRC | Winchester StaBALL HD | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 54890 (84%) | 3015 |
| 7 mm PRC | Winchester Winchester StaBALL HD | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 54890 (84%) | 3015 |
| 7 mm PRC | Winchester Winchester StaBALL HD | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 54463 (84%) | 3009 |
| 7 mm PRC | Reload Swiss RS 76 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 48592 (75%) | 2923 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N160 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.309 | 58400 (90%) | 2818 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N160 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.309 | 58997 (91%) | 2828 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H4350 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.110 | 56636 (87%) | 2864 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N565 | 24.4 | ••.• | 3.340 | 44854 (69%) | 2772 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N565 | 24.4 | ••.• | 3.340 | 35531 (55%) | 2569 |
| 7 mm PRC | Reload Swiss RS 76 | 24.4 | ••.• | 3.340 | 47358 (73%) | 2913 |
| 7 mm PRC | Reload Swiss RS 76 | 24.4 | ••.• | 3.340 | 54994 (85%) | 3022 |
| 7 mm PRC | Reload Swiss RS 76 | 24.4 | ••.• | 3.340 | 50217 (77%) | 2940 |
| 7 mm PRC | Reload Swiss RS 76 | 24.4 | ••.• | 3.340 | 40413 (62%) | 2733 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N165 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.346 | 58223 (90%) | 2828 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N165 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.346 | 57670 (89%) | 2822 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N165 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.346 | 56498 (87%) | 2805 |