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Hornady 174gr ELD-VT reloading bullet

.308 | 174gr | Hornady ELD-VT

Our reloading data for the .308 | 174gr | Hornady ELD-VT bullet covers a total of 32 suitable calibers and 743 load recipes

The Hornady ELD-VT bullet is a highly engineered projectile designed for exceptional performance in both target shooting and hunting applications. Constructed with a premium polymer tip and a secant ogive design, this bullet ensures superior aerodynamic efficiency, minimizing drag and maximizing accuracy. Its jacket design features an advanced boat tail that enhances the ballistic coefficient, providing excellent long-range stability. The ELD-VT exhibits consistent expansion upon impact due to its carefully engineered expansion characteristics, ensuring reliable penetration and lethal wound channels in medium to large game animals such as deer and antelope. Typical weight retention is exceptional, with bullets retaining a significant portion of their mass even after impact, enhancing deep penetration and ethical kills. Suitable for a wide range of calibers, this bullet is especially effective in high-velocity cartridges. Ammo reloaders will appreciate the predictable and precise performance characteristics, contributing to consistent shot placement and confidence during hunts.

About this bullet

.308 | 174gr | Hornady ELD-VT is a bullet made by Hornady. At 174 gr (11.3 g) and a diameter of 0.308'' (7.82 mm) it suits handloads where bullet weight and barrel length have to be matched carefully. Its G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.573 drives velocity retention and wind drift downrange — higher values mean a flatter trajectory at distance. A twist rate of 1:11.0 is recommended for stable flight; slower twists can under-stabilise this bullet. We currently list 743 load recipes across 32 calibers for this bullet.

Most popular calibers for this bullet

CaliberLoad recipes
.300 Rem. SA Ultra Mag.141
.300 RCM140
7.62 UKM133
7.5 x 54 mm MAS117
.300 Rem. Ultra Mag.108

Load data for .308 | 174gr | Hornady ELD-VT 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.