The Hornady 0.243 ELD-X 90 grain bullet, SKU 2441, is a premium projectile engineered for precision and performance in hunting applications. Featuring Hornady’s innovative Extremely Low Drag eXpanding (ELD-X) design, this bullet boasts an advanced Heat Shield tip, which ensures consistent aerodynamic efficiency by resisting deformation from aerodynamic heating. The sleek secant ogive profile and boat tail base further reduce drag and improve ballistic coefficients, yielding flatter trajectories and higher retained energy at long range. The ELD-X line is not lead-free; it incorporates a classic lead core fused with a rugged copper alloy jacket to deliver controlled expansion and deep penetration—crucial for ethical, one-shot kills. The 0.243 ELD-X 90 grain is ideally suited for use in .243 Winchester and similar cartridges, making it an excellent choice for medium-sized game such as whitetail deer, antelope, and varmints. This bullet is preferred by hunters looking for a balance of precision shooting and terminal performance, ensuring reliable lethality out to extended distances.