Hornady 30cal 155gr ELD-M Bullets

Hornady 30cal 155gr ELD-M Bullets are designed for shooters who demand consistent accuracy and long-range ballistic performance. The 155 grain ELD-M uses Hornady’s Heat Shield® tip and streamlined aerodynamic profile. As a result, it provides a precision-oriented projectile for suitable .308″ rifles.

Why Choose Hornady 30cal 155gr ELD-M Bullets?

The Hornady 30cal 155gr ELD-M combines a relatively light .308″ match bullet weight with an aerodynamic design. As a result, its profile helps maintain velocity and reduce wind-drift effects at longer distances.

Furthermore, the Heat Shield® tip resists aerodynamic heating during flight. It helps maintain a consistent tip shape and meplat. Therefore, the bullet supports consistent external ballistic performance.

In addition, Hornady developed the ELD Match design for shooters who value accuracy and predictable ballistic performance. The streamlined profile also supports efficient flight downrange.

Key Features of 30cal 155gr ELD-M Bullets

• 155 grain bullet weight
• 30 Caliber / .308″ bullet diameter
• ELD® Match design
• G1 ballistic coefficient: .461
• G7 ballistic coefficient: .232
• Sectional density: .233
• Heat Shield® tip
• Streamlined aerodynamic profile
• Secant ogive design
• Optimized boattail
• Concentric AMP® bullet jacket
• High ballistic coefficient
• 100 bullets per box

Hornady lists a G1 ballistic coefficient of .461, a G7 ballistic coefficient of .232 and a sectional density of .233 for the 155 grain ELD Match. The manufacturer identifies this projectile as item #30313.

Long-Range Applications

The 30cal 155gr ELD-M suits shooters looking for a precision-oriented .308″ projectile. Its 155 grain weight provides a useful option for target shooting, competition and long-range load development.

Furthermore, the aerodynamic profile helps the bullet retain velocity downrange. This also helps reduce wind-drift effects at extended distances.

The ELD-M is a match projectile rather than a dedicated hunting bullet. Therefore, it is best suited to applications where accuracy and consistent external ballistics are the main priorities.

The .308″ specification refers to bullet diameter, not to a specific cartridge. For this reason, reloaders should confirm cartridge compatibility, seating depth, magazine length and appropriate manufacturer load data for their individual rifle.

Hornady 155gr ELD-M for Precision Shooting

The Hornady 30cal 155gr ELD-M is suited to shooters who value accuracy and predictable long-range ballistic performance. In particular, its streamlined profile helps the bullet maintain velocity during flight.

The published G1 BC of .461 and G7 BC of .232 provide useful figures for ballistic calculations. In addition, the .233 sectional density reflects the relationship between the 155 grain bullet weight and its .308″ diameter.

Furthermore, the Heat Shield® tip helps maintain a consistent meplat during flight. The aerodynamic design then supports efficient external ballistic performance. As a result, the bullet provides a precision-focused option for suitable .308″ rifles.

However, shooters should confirm the appropriate twist rate, seating depth, magazine length and current manufacturer load data for their individual rifle.

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Product: Hornady 30cal 155gr ELD-M Bullets
Manufacturer Item Number: 30313
Calibre: 30 Caliber / .308″
Bullet Weight: 155gr / 10.0g
Bullet Type: ELD® Match
G1 Ballistic Coefficient: .461
G7 Ballistic Coefficient: .232
Sectional Density: .233
Pack Quantity: 100 bullets