Hornady 224 62gr ELD-VT Bullets

Hornady 224 62gr ELD-VT Bullets combine low-drag match-bullet aerodynamics with rapid fragmentation for varmint and long-range shooting. The 62 grain ELD-VT uses a Heat Shield® tip, AMP® jacket and streamlined profile. As a result, it delivers efficient flight, match-style accuracy and rapid terminal disruption.

Why Choose Hornady 224 62gr ELD-VT Bullets?

The Hornady 224 62gr ELD-VT combines a lightweight .224″ projectile with a high ballistic coefficient for its weight. Its .395 G1 BC and .199 G7 BC help the bullet retain velocity and reduce wind-drift effects as range increases.

Furthermore, the ELD-VT uses a long, streamlined profile that maximises muzzle velocity and moves the centre of gravity rearward. This improves aerodynamic performance and makes the 62 grain bullet particularly well suited to extended-range varmint shooting.

The Heat Shield® tip resists aerodynamic heating and maintains its shape during flight. Therefore, it helps the bullet retain its intended low-drag profile throughout its trajectory.

In addition, Hornady’s AMP® jacket process provides consistent jacket concentricity and thickness. This supports the consistent accuracy expected from a match-style projectile.

Key Features of Hornady 224 62gr ELD-VT Bullets

• 62 grain bullet weight
• .224″ / 22 Calibre bullet diameter
• .395 G1 ballistic coefficient
• .199 G7 ballistic coefficient
• .177 sectional density
• ELD-VT® varmint and target design
• Heat Shield® tip
• AMP® precision jacket
• Long, streamlined low-drag profile
• Designed for rapid fragmentation
• Rapid fragmentation even at low velocity
• Match-style accuracy
• Efficient long-range flight
• DVRT™ Drag Variability Reduction Technology
• Recommended twist rate: 1:8″
• Suitable for varmint and target shooting
• 100 bullets per box
• Hornady item #22762

Moreover, Hornady’s patented DVRT™ design improves drag uniformity. This helps reduce dispersion and supports smaller groups at longer ranges.

Varmint and Long-Range Applications

The 62gr ELD-VT is designed for varmint and target shooting. Its lightweight construction and streamlined profile provide a useful combination of velocity and aerodynamic efficiency.

Furthermore, the bullet’s internal design promotes rapid fragmentation on impact. Hornady states that the polymer tip drives rearward through the internal air space and into the core, causing rapid and dramatic fragmentation even at low velocity.

This makes the ELD-VT particularly relevant for varmint applications where rapid terminal disruption is preferred. It can suit appropriate applications involving jackal and other suitable small varmints.

For long-range shooting, the .395 G1 and .199 G7 BCs help the bullet maintain velocity as distance increases. The streamlined profile also supports a flatter trajectory and reduced wind-drift effects compared with lower-BC projectiles of similar weight.

However, shooters should select the bullet according to the intended application, rifle characteristics and required terminal performance.

ELD-VT Design for Accuracy and Rapid Fragmentation

Hornady developed the ELD-VT to combine the aerodynamics of low-drag match bullets with the lighter weight of a varmint bullet. As a result, the 62gr projectile offers a useful balance between external ballistic performance and rapid terminal fragmentation.

In addition, the Heat Shield® tip resists aerodynamic heating and retains its shape during flight. This helps maintain consistent aerodynamic performance at longer ranges.

The AMP® jacket manufacturing process also promotes consistent concentricity and jacket thickness. Therefore, the design supports the accuracy required for precision varmint and target shooting.

Meanwhile, DVRT™ reduces variations in drag by improving the uniformity of the bullet’s aerodynamic profile. This can help reduce dispersion and produce smaller groups at longer distances.

Recommended Twist Rate

Hornady recommends a 1:8″ twist rate for the 62 grain .224″ ELD-VT. Therefore, shooters should check their rifle’s barrel twist before selecting this projectile.

The twist recommendation is particularly important with the ELD-VT because its long, streamlined profile differs from many conventional .224″ varmint bullets. As a result, using the manufacturer’s recommended twist provides an important compatibility check before load development.

Hornady 224 62gr ELD-VT Performance

The 62gr ELD-VT offers a distinctive combination of light bullet weight, high BC, match-style accuracy and rapid fragmentation. Its .395 G1 BC and .199 G7 BC provide strong aerodynamic performance for a 62 grain .224″ projectile.

At the same time, the ELD-VT’s internal design promotes rapid fragmentation rather than the high weight retention associated with CX hunting bullets. This makes the bullet better suited to varmint and target applications than to situations where deep penetration and retained bullet weight are the primary requirements.

For this reason, the Hornady 224 62gr ELD-VT is a strong option for shooters looking for a high-BC .224″ projectile that combines efficient long-range flight with rapid terminal fragmentation.

Browse our complete range of Hornady bullets to find the right projectile for your calibre and shooting application.

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Product Specifications

Product: Hornady 224 62gr ELD-VT Bullets
Manufacturer Item Number: 22762
Calibre: 22 Calibre / .224″
Bullet Diameter: .224″
Bullet Weight: 62gr / 4.0g
Bullet Type: ELD-VT®
G1 Ballistic Coefficient: .395
G7 Ballistic Coefficient: .199
Sectional Density: .177
Bullet Tip: Heat Shield® tip
Jacket: AMP®
Terminal Design: Rapid fragmentation
Recommended Twist Rate: 1:8″
Primary Application: Varmint and target shooting
Pack Quantity: 100 bullets

 

Drag Variability Reduction Technology

Experience unrivaled ballistic consistency that produces smaller groups at longer ranges.

The patented DVRT™ (Drag Variability Reduction Technology) bullet tip design features a flat meplat that increases bullet drag uniformity for less dispersion and smaller groups at longer ranges.