Hornady ELD-X Bullets with Heat Shield Tip .338 cal .338" 230 gr ELD-X 100/box

The Hornady ELD-X Bullets with Heat Shield Tip in .338 caliber, 230 grain offers precision rifle shooters and long-range hunters a match-grade projectile engineered for consistent velocity and terminal performance. Developed through extensive field testing and ballistic analysis, these bullets address the critical need for reliable expansion at extended ranges where velocity degradation traditionally compromised conventional designs. Law enforcement and military marksmen rely on this ammunition platform for mission-critical accuracy where bullet performance directly impacts operational success.

The ELD-X design features Hornady's exclusive Heat Shield Tip, a proprietary polymer construction that protects the bullet's tip from aerodynamic heating during high-velocity flight, maintaining BC consistency and trajectory stability. The streamlined secant ogive profile reduces drag while the Extremely Low Drag (ELD) copper alloy jacket minimizes air resistance, delivering superior ballistic coefficients that extend effective range beyond conventional .338 projectiles. Internal construction includes precision swaging and quality control standards that ensure runout tolerances critical for accurate placement at distance, with weight distribution optimized for gyroscopic stability across varied barrel twist rates.

Serious .338 rifle operators—including long-range competition shooters, precision hunters, and tactical professionals—benefit from the controlled expansion and consistent velocity these projectiles deliver. The 230-grain configuration balances velocity retention with terminal effect, making it suitable for .338 Lapua Magnum, .338 Win Mag, and comparable cartridges. Each box contains 100 rounds, providing ample inventory for load development, range qualification, and operational deployment. Reloaders should verify case capacity and powder recommendations through published Hornady reloading manuals to ensure optimal velocity and accuracy within individual rifle systems.