Hornady ELD Match Bullets with Heat Shield .338 cal .338" 285 gr 50/Box

The Hornady ELD Match Bullets with Heat Shield in .338 caliber, 285 grain represents a precision engineering approach to long-range rifle ammunition. These .338" diameter match-grade projectiles are engineered specifically for target shooting and precision rifle competitions where consistency and ballistic performance are non-negotiable. The Heat Shield tip technology addresses a real problem encountered at extended distances: aerodynamic heating that degrades bullet shape and point-of-impact stability in flight.

The ELD Match platform delivers industry-leading ballistic coefficients through its secant ogive design and optimized aerodynamic profile. The 285-grain weight in .338 caliber is a proven choice for 1000-yard competition and precision hunting applications, offering the velocity retention needed to maintain tight vertical dispersion downrange. Each box contains 50 bullets, allowing shooters to load multiple test batches during load development or to practice with ammunition that meets match-day specifications. The extremely tight manufacturing tolerances—from bullet-to-bullet weight consistency to uniform meplat (tip) geometry—eliminate variables that introduce vertical stringing in precision shooting.

This product serves long-range precision rifle shooters, competition marksmen, and handloaders who demand repeatability. Users of .338 Lapua Magnum, .338 Norma Magnum, and similar .338 cartridges rely on premium match bullets to maximize their equipment investment. The ELD Match lineup is built for shooters who understand that bullet quality directly determines how well a rifle can perform—no amount of precision reloading compensates for mediocre projectiles.