.308 | 178gr | Hornady ELD-X bullet load data

.308 | 178gr | Hornady ELD-X

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ELD-X
Contains lead
SKU: 3074
Twist: 1:11.5

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

178 gr (11.53 g)

Diameter

0.308″ (7.82 mm)

Sectional Density

0.268

BC G1

0.552

BC G7

0.275

Type

ELD-X

Min. Twist

1:11.5

Related Load Recipes

Load recipes using .308 | 178gr | ELD-X are available in the following cartridges:

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Community Load Data for .308 | 178gr | ELD-X

Loads for .308 | 178gr | ELD-X from our community:

119 loads

cartridgePowderBarrel (in)Charge (gr)OAL (in)Max. Pressure (psi)Muzzle Velocity (fps)
.300 Win. Mag.Alliant Powder Alliant Reloder-2324.064.43.29038712 (62%)2648
.308 Win.Somchem S34120.044.02.80057991 (94%)2503
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N13519.340.02.79950486 (84%)2402
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N55019.3••.•2.79941218 (68%)2313
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N13522.0••.•2.80054806 (88%)2493
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N13522.0••.•2.80050602 (82%)2444
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N14022.3••.•2.80051462 (85%)2444
.300 WSMReload Swiss RS 6023.6••.•2.85059090 (93%)2949
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N55021.7••.•2.81554514 (91%)2546
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N55021.7••.•2.81552824 (88%)2523
.308 Win.Reload Swiss RS 5222.0••.•2.83558437 (97%)2651
.300 WSMVihtavuori N16023.6••.•2.91356620 (89%)2838
7.5 x 55 SwissVihtavuori N16020.5••.•3.05951108 (93%)2546
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N55021.7••.•2.79555335 (92%)2552
.308 Win.IMR 4166 Enduron21.7••.•2.79554823 (91%)2438
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N55021.7••.•2.79551921 (86%)2503
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N55021.7••.•2.79545844 (76%)2408
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N54021.7••.•2.79557091 (95%)2507
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N54021.7••.•2.79553668 (89%)2461
.300 Win. Mag.Reload Swiss RS 6216.9••.•3.29046257 (74%)2500
.300 Win. Mag.Reload Swiss RS 6216.9••.•3.29058183 (93%)2694
.300 WSMVihtavuori N56025.6••.•2.80055686 (87%)2992
.308 Win.Vihtavuori N54016.5••.•2.80059995 (100%)2425
.308 Win.Hodgdon VARGET16.0••.•2.80048615 (81%)2260
.308 Win.Hodgdon VARGET16.0••.•2.80058675 (97%)2398
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