.284 | 162gr | 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
162 gr (10.50 g)
Diameter
0.284″ (7.21 mm)
Sectional Density
0.287
BC G1
0.63
BC G7
0.315
Type
ELD-X
Min. Twist
1:9.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .284 | 162gr | ELD-X are available in the following cartridges:
7 mm Backcountry
.280 Ackley Improved
7 mm Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
7 x 64 Brenneke
7 mm PRC
7 mm Rem. Mag.
7 x 57 R
7 x 57
7.21 Firebird
7 mm STW
.28 Nosler
7 mm WSM
7 x 72 R
7 x 65 R Brenneke
7 mm Blaser Mag.
7 mm-08 Rem.
7 x 75 R SE v. Hofe
7 mm Rem. Ultra Mag.
7 mm KM Katzmaier
7 mm Exp. Rem.
.280 Rem.
7 mm Weath. Mag.
7 x 66 SE v. Hofe
7 mm SAW
7 mm Mag. Fl. H&H
7 x 61 S&H (Super)
7-.300 Norma Mag.
7 FCP
7-6.5 PRCW
.280 Riml. N.E. Ross
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Community Load Data for .284 | 162gr | ELD-X
Loads for .284 | 162gr | ELD-X from our community:
69 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 x 65 R Brenneke | Vihtavuori N555 | 22.0 | 52.0 | 3.291 | 53425 (97%) | 2690 |
| 7 x 65 R Brenneke | Vihtavuori N555 | 22.0 | 52.0 | 3.340 | 53618 (97%) | 2697 |
| 7 x 65 R Brenneke | Vihtavuori N555 | 22.0 | 50.0 | 3.340 | 47091 (85%) | 2598 |
| 7 x 65 R Brenneke | Vihtavuori N550 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 54540 (99%) | 2651 |
| 7 x 65 R Brenneke | Vihtavuori N550 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 45362 (82%) | 2507 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.320 | 48565 (75%) | 2746 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.270 | 49683 (76%) | 2762 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 56182 (86%) | 2844 |
| 7 x 65 R Brenneke | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 52130 (95%) | 2687 |
| 7 x 65 R Brenneke | Vihtavuori N160 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 52362 (95%) | 2602 |
| 7 mm Rem. Mag. | Hodgdon H1000 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.285 | 56510 (93%) | 2920 |
| 7 mm SAW | Hodgdon Superformance | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.110 | 57235 (95%) | 2740 |
| 7 mm SAW | Hodgdon Superformance | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.098 | 57801 (96%) | 2746 |
| 7 mm Rem. Mag. | Hodgdon H1000 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.383 | 50366 (81%) | 2835 |
| 7 mm SAW | Hodgdon Superformance | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.090 | 58156 (97%) | 2749 |
| 7 mm Rem. Mag. | Hodgdon H1000 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.240 | 54086 (87%) | 2887 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori N555 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 59006 (91%) | 2867 |
| 7 mm Backcountry | Vihtavuori N565 | 18.1 | ••.• | 3.340 | 53880 (67%) | 2635 |
| 7 mm Backcountry | Hodgdon H4831 SC | 18.1 | ••.• | 3.340 | 57274 (72%) | 2631 |
| 7 mm Rem. Mag. | Hodgdon Retumbo | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 56578 (91%) | 3041 |
| 7 mm Backcountry | Winchester 6.5 StaBall | 18.1 | ••.• | 3.340 | 67852 (85%) | 2707 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 50981 (78%) | 2785 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon Superformance | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 58372 (90%) | 2887 |
| 7 mm PRC | Alliant Powder Reloder-26 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 57715 (89%) | 2933 |
| 7 mm PRC | Alliant Powder Reloder-26 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 52199 (80%) | 2920 |