.308 | 125gr | Hornady ECX
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
125 gr (8.10 g)
Diameter
0.308″ (7.82 mm)
Sectional Density
0.188
BC G1
0.181
Type
ECX
Min. Twist
1:15.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .308 | 125gr | ECX are available in the following cartridges:
.30-06 Spring.
.308 Win.
.30-30 Win.
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.
7.5 x 55 Swiss
.300 PRC
.30 R Blaser
.300 Weath. Mag.
.300 Win. Mag.
.300 AAC Blackout
.300 Norma Mag.
.30 Rem.
.308 Norma Mag.
7.62 x 39 (.308) Russian
.308 Win. Ackley Improved
.30 Nosler
.300 Blaser Mag.
.308 Marlin Express
.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey
.30-378 Weath. Mag.
.303 Savage
.30 Picra
.307 Win.
.300 H&H Mag.
7.82 Warbird
.30 BR
.300 Savage
.300 CR
7.62 UKM
.300 Lapua Mag.
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
.30 TC
.30 Super Fl. H&H
.30-06 R Stief
.300 RCM
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
7.5 x 54 mm MAS
.30-06 Ackley Improved
.30-40 Krag
.300 HAM'R
.300 WSM
.30-30 Ackley Improved
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Community Load Data for .308 | 125gr | ECX
Loads for .308 | 125gr | ECX from our community:
21 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N130 | 17.7 | 46.0 | 2.854 | 58236 (97%) | 2871 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N540 | 17.7 | 48.0 | 2.805 | 40837 (68%) | 2631 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N540 | 20.1 | 55.0 | 3.287 | 42479 (72%) | 2789 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N130 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.756 | 8 (0%) | 2848 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N130 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.756 | 8 (0%) | 2858 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 7 (0%) | 2759 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 5 (0%) | 2566 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N120 | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 8 (0%) | 2795 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N135 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 6 (0%) | 2713 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.800 | 6 (0%) | 2602 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N140 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.758 | 5 (0%) | 2631 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.758 | 28935 (48%) | 2520 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N135 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.800 | 6 (0%) | 2717 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N135 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.800 | 4 (0%) | 2480 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N135 | 18.5 | ••.• | 2.736 | 5 (0%) | 2569 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N135 | 18.5 | ••.• | 2.736 | 5 (0%) | 2477 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N135 | 18.5 | ••.• | 2.800 | 5 (0%) | 2543 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N135 | 18.5 | ••.• | 2.800 | 6 (0%) | 2690 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N130 | 13.0 | ••.• | 2.760 | 42235 (70%) | 2385 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N135 | 18.5 | ••.• | 2.800 | 4 (0%) | 2425 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N120 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.717 | 54157 (90%) | 2835 |