
.284 | 175gr | 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
175 gr (11.34 g)
Diameter
0.284″ (7.21 mm)
Sectional Density
0.310
BC G1
0.689
BC G7
0.326
Type
ELD-X
Min. Twist
1:9.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .284 | 175gr | ELD-X are available in the following cartridges:
7 mm Backcountry
7-6.5 PRCW
7 mm SAW
7 mm PRC
7 mm Rem. Mag.
7 x 75 R SE v. Hofe
7 x 61 S&H (Super)
7 mm Rem. Ultra Mag.
7.21 Firebird
7 x 57 R
7 mm Blaser Mag.
7 x 72 R
.280 Ackley Improved
7 mm Weath. Mag.
7 mm Exp. Rem.
7 mm KM Katzmaier
.280 Rem.
7 mm Mag. Fl. H&H
7-.300 Norma Mag.
.280 Riml. N.E. Ross
7 mm STW
7 x 64 Brenneke
7 x 57
7 x 65 R Brenneke
7 FCP
.28 Nosler
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Community Load Data for .284 | 175gr | ELD-X
Loads for .284 | 175gr | ELD-X from our community:
149 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .28 Nosler | Hodgdon Retumbo | 26.0 | 77.0 | 3.340 | 63093 (97%) | 3140 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N560 | 23.2 | 64.6 | 3.340 | 52087 (80%) | 2772 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N560 | 24.0 | 66.4 | 3.340 | 56769 (87%) | 2871 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N560 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 59068 (91%) | 2900 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.368 | 46290 (71%) | 2677 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.368 | 44741 (69%) | 2651 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.368 | 47454 (73%) | 2700 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.368 | 45848 (71%) | 2671 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.368 | 47909 (74%) | 2707 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 22.4 | ••.• | 3.362 | 56147 (86%) | 2762 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 22.4 | ••.• | 3.362 | 48054 (74%) | 2661 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 22.4 | ••.• | 3.340 | 48515 (75%) | 2667 |
| 7 mm Backcountry | Winchester 6.5 StaBall | 18.1 | ••.• | 3.340 | 67656 (85%) | 2605 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 58044 (89%) | 2808 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon Superformance | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 49042 (75%) | 2697 |
| 7 mm PRC | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N560 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 62359 (96%) | 2884 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 26.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 58044 (89%) | 2920 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 58044 (89%) | 2867 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 45269 (70%) | 2595 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon Retumbo | 22.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 54845 (84%) | 2864 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon H1000 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 42595 (66%) | 2602 |
| 7 mm Backcountry | Winchester 6.5 StaBall | 20.0 | ••.• | 3.390 | 67611 (85%) | 2667 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon Retumbo | 28.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 63840 (98%) | 3130 |
| 7 mm PRC | Hodgdon Retumbo | 28.0 | ••.• | 3.340 | 44617 (69%) | 2812 |
| 7 mm Backcountry | Accurate Powders High Country | 18.1 | ••.• | 3.360 | 74487 (93%) | 2844 |