.308 | 150gr | Hornady ECX
by Hornady
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
150 gr (9.72 g)
Diameter
0.308″ (7.82 mm)
Sectional Density
0.226
BC G1
0.223
Type
ECX
Min. Twist
1:13.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .308 | 150gr | ECX are available in the following cartridges:
.300 WSM
.300 Weath. Mag.
.300 Win. Mag.
.300 RCM
.300 Blaser Mag.
.308 Norma Mag.
.30-06 Spring.
.300 H&H Mag.
.30 R Blaser
7.5 x 55 Swiss
.300 Norma Mag.
.308 Win. Ackley Improved
.300 PRC
.308 Win.
.30 Nosler
.300 Lapua Mag.
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.
.300 CR
.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey
.300 Savage
7.62 x 39 (.308) Russian
.30-06 R Stief
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
.30 BR
.300 HAM'R
7.5 x 54 mm MAS
.30-06 Ackley Improved
.30-40 Krag
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
.308 Marlin Express
.30 TC
7.62 UKM
.30-378 Weath. Mag.
.307 Win.
.30 Super Fl. H&H
7.82 Warbird
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Community Load Data for .308 | 150gr | ECX
Loads for .308 | 150gr | ECX from our community:
19 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .30-06 Spring. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N140 | 18.9 | 51.8 | 3.290 | 52827 (90%) | 2684 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Reload Swiss ReloadSwiss RS 70 | 24.0 | 77.5 | 3.290 | 8 (0%) | 3251 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Reload Swiss ReloadSwiss RS 52 | 24.0 | 64.9 | 3.290 | 8 (0%) | 3153 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Vihtavuori N540 | 21.3 | ••.• | 3.291 | 9 (0%) | 2995 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Vihtavuori N540 | 21.3 | ••.• | 3.291 | 7 (0%) | 2841 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.776 | 7 (0%) | 2566 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.776 | 7 (0%) | 2621 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.835 | 7 (0%) | 2595 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.835 | 7 (0%) | 2625 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.835 | 6 (0%) | 2513 |
| .308 Win. | Lovex D073.6 | 18.0 | ••.• | 2.795 | 44034 (73%) | 2474 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Reload Swiss ReloadSwiss RS 50 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.290 | 7 (0%) | 2897 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N130 | 13.0 | ••.• | 2.760 | 8 (0%) | 2356 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N130 | 13.0 | ••.• | 2.760 | 7 (0%) | 2352 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N130 | 13.0 | ••.• | 2.760 | 6 (0%) | 2205 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori N140 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.760 | 6 (0%) | 2510 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N135 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.795 | 5 (0%) | 2536 |
| .308 Win. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N135 | 24.0 | ••.• | 2.758 | 6 (0%) | 2552 |
| .308 Win. | Reload Swiss RS 40 | 22.0 | ••.• | 2.795 | 7 (0%) | 2621 |