Hornady 180gr ELD-Match reloading bullet

.284 | 180gr | Hornady ELD-Match

Our reloading data for the .284 | 180gr | Hornady ELD-Match bullet covers a total of 30 suitable calibers and 693 load recipes

The Hornady ELD-Match bullet features an extremely low drag, boat-tail design with a Heat Shield tip for maintained aerodynamic efficiency during flight. This bullet is not lead free; it has a traditional lead core encased in a copper jacket for excellent weight retention and accuracy. The ELD-Match is best suited for precision long-range shooting and competition rather than hunting, making it ideal for target shooters seeking unmatched ballistic consistency and performance.

About this bullet

.284 | 180gr | Hornady ELD-Match is a bullet made by Hornady. At 180 gr (11.7 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 0.796 drives velocity retention and wind drift downrange — higher values mean a flatter trajectory at distance. A twist rate of 1:9.5 is recommended for stable flight; slower twists can under-stabilise this bullet. We currently list 693 load recipes across 30 calibers for this bullet.

Most popular calibers for this bullet

CaliberLoad recipes
7 mm Backcountry156
7-6.5 PRCW138
7 x 57128
7 mm PRC115
.28 Nosler92

Load data for .284 | 180gr | Hornady ELD-Match 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.