Hornady 150gr ELD-X reloading bullet

.284 | 150gr | Hornady ELD-X

Our reloading data for the .284 | 150gr | Hornady ELD-X bullet covers a total of 32 suitable calibers and 910 load recipes

The Hornady ELD-X (Extremely Low Drag – eXpanding) bullet features a sleek, aerodynamic polymer tip and secant ogive design for superior ballistic efficiency. It is not lead-free, utilizing a lead core with a copper alloy jacket. Renowned for controlled expansion and deep penetration, the ELD-X is ideal for long-range hunting of medium to large game such as deer, elk, and antelope, ensuring consistent accuracy and reliable terminal performance.

About this bullet

.284 | 150gr | Hornady ELD-X is a bullet made by Hornady. At 150 gr (9.7 g) and a diameter of 0.284'' (7.21 mm) it suits handloads where bullet weight and barrel length have to be matched carefully. Its G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.574 drives velocity retention and wind drift downrange — higher values mean a flatter trajectory at distance. A twist rate of 1:10.0 is recommended for stable flight; slower twists can under-stabilise this bullet. We currently list 910 load recipes across 32 calibers for this bullet.

Most popular calibers for this bullet

CaliberLoad recipes
.280 Ackley Improved143
7 mm Rem. Mag.129
7 mm-08 Rem.124
7 x 65 R Brenneke124
7 x 75 R SE v. Hofe122

Load data for .284 | 150gr | Hornady ELD-X bullet is available in the following calibers:

Safety notes

All load data is reference data only. Always start at the minimum charge and work up in small steps while watching for pressure signs. Never exceed the maximum charge published by the powder or bullet manufacturer.