Hornady Precision Hunter .270 WSM 145gr ELD-X

Precision Engineering for the Demanding Hunter

Hornady's Precision Hunter ammunition represents the pinnacle of factory-loaded hunting rounds, combining meticulous engineering with proven field performance. Every aspect of this .270 WSM load has been optimized to deliver both accuracy and terminal performance—the two cornerstones of ethical, effective hunting.

The ELD-X Advantage

At the heart of Precision Hunter lies the revolutionary ELD-X bullet, engineered with several innovations that set it apart:

• Heat Shield Tip: A patent-pending design that resists aerodynamic heating and maintains its shape throughout the bullet's entire trajectory, preserving the highest-in-class ballistic coefficient
• Streamlined Design: Secant ogive profile with optimum boattail geometry delivers radically superior aerodynamic efficiency
• Superior Jackets: Highly concentric AMP bullet jackets ensure consistent performance and tight grouping

Consistent, Match-Grade Performance

Hornady's commitment to uniformity ensures shot-to-shot consistency regardless of conditions. Clean-burning propellants are loaded to uniform capacity, providing the reliability you need when it matters most. This attention to detail delivers the accuracy expected from a premium hunting load.

Terminal Performance Across All Ranges

The 145-grain ELD-X performs devastatingly across the full spectrum of hunting distances:

Close to 400 Yards: High-velocity impact initiates rapid, controlled expansion. The thick jacket shank and InterLock ring keep core and jacket together, providing 50-60% weight retention for deep penetration.

400+ Yards: At extended range, the Heat Shield tip drives backward into the bullet body, initiating expansion with a large mushroom and 85-90% weight retention. This delivers deep penetration and massive wound cavities even at lower velocities.

Specifications

• Caliber: .270 Winchester Short Magnum
• Bullet Weight: 145 grains
• Muzzle Velocity: 2970 fps
• Ballistic Coefficient: .465
• Package: 20 rounds per box

Precision Hunter ammunition is the ideal choice for hunters who demand performance across diverse hunting situations and terrain.