.308 | 165gr | 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
165 gr (10.69 g)
Diameter
0.308″ (7.82 mm)
Sectional Density
0.248
BC G1
0.251
Type
ECX
Min. Twist
1:6.0
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .308 | 165gr | ECX are available in the following cartridges:
.30-06 Spring.
.30 R Blaser
.308 Win. Ackley Improved
.308 Win.
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.
7.5 x 55 Swiss
.300 Weath. Mag.
.300 PRC
.300 Win. Mag.
.300 Norma Mag.
.308 Norma Mag.
7.62 x 39 (.308) Russian
.30 Nosler
.300 Blaser Mag.
.308 Marlin Express
.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey
.30-378 Weath. Mag.
.307 Win.
7.82 Warbird
.300 H&H Mag.
.300 Savage
.30 BR
.300 Lapua Mag.
7.62 UKM
.300 CR
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.
.30 Super Fl. H&H
.30 TC
.30-06 R Stief
.300 RCM
7.62 x 53 R Fin.
7.5 x 54 mm MAS
.30-40 Krag
.30-06 Ackley Improved
.30-30 Win.
.300 HAM'R
.30-30 Ackley Improved
.300 WSM
.303 Savage
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Community Load Data for .308 | 165gr | ECX
Loads for .308 | 165gr | ECX from our community:
43 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .300 Win. Mag. | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 24.0 | 76.5 | 3.319 | 8 (0%) | 3123 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 24.0 | 76.0 | 3.319 | 8 (0%) | 3104 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 24.0 | 77.0 | 3.319 | 9 (0%) | 3143 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Reload Swiss RS 70 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.319 | 9 (0%) | 3182 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Reload Swiss RS 76 | 24.0 | ••.• | 3.319 | 5 (0%) | 2612 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N140 | 18.9 | ••.• | 3.290 | 55085 (94%) | 2602 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Vihtavuori N550 | 24.4 | ••.• | 3.339 | 6 (0%) | 2753 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Vihtavuori N555 | 24.4 | ••.• | 3.339 | 5 (0%) | 2684 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Vihtavuori N555 | 24.4 | ••.• | 3.339 | 5 (0%) | 2641 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Vihtavuori N555 | 24.4 | ••.• | 3.339 | 4 (0%) | 2520 |
| .300 Win. Mag. | Vihtavuori N555 | 24.4 | ••.• | 3.339 | 4 (0%) | 2474 |
| .308 Win. | Lovex D073.6 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.728 | 8 (0%) | 2602 |
| .308 Win. | Lovex D073.6 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.728 | 8 (0%) | 2667 |
| .308 Win. | Accurate Powders 2520 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.728 | 8 (0%) | 2638 |
| .308 Win. | Lovex D073.6 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.728 | 8 (0%) | 2618 |
| .308 Win. | Lovex D073.6 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.728 | 8 (0%) | 2612 |
| .308 Win. | Lovex D073.6 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.724 | 8 (0%) | 2625 |
| .308 Win. | Lovex D073.6 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.724 | 8 (0%) | 2644 |
| .308 Win. | Lovex D073.6 | 18.9 | ••.• | 2.756 | 8 (0%) | 2585 |
| .308 Win. | Lovex D073.6 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.756 | 8 (0%) | 2631 |
| .308 Win. | Lovex D073.6 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.756 | 8 (0%) | 2657 |
| .308 Win. | Lovex D073.6 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.756 | 8 (0%) | 2605 |
| .308 Win. | Lovex S062 | 18.9 | ••.• | 2.756 | 7 (0%) | 2484 |
| .308 Win. | Accurate Powders 2520 | 20.5 | ••.• | 2.724 | 9 (0%) | 2690 |
| .30-06 Spring. | Vihtavuori N540 | 19.1 | ••.• | 3.215 | 50807 (86%) | 2549 |