Hornady 6mm 80gr ELD-VT Bullets

Hornady 6mm 80gr ELD-VT Bullets combine match-grade accuracy with rapid fragmentation for varmint and long-range shooting. The 80 grain ELD-VT uses a streamlined profile, Heat Shield® tip and Hornady’s AMP® jacket design. As a result, it offers a strong combination of accuracy, aerodynamic efficiency and rapid terminal disruption.

Why Choose Hornady 6mm 80gr ELD-VT Bullets?

The Hornady 6mm 80gr ELD-VT combines the aerodynamic performance of a low-drag match bullet with the lighter weight of a varmint projectile. Therefore, it offers a useful combination of high ballistic efficiency and rapid fragmentation.

Its .405 G1 BC and .202 G7 BC provide efficient flight for an 80 grain 6mm projectile. In addition, the streamlined design helps maintain aerodynamic performance at longer distances.

Furthermore, Hornady’s ELD-VT design uses a large internal air space ahead of the core. On impact, the polymer tip drives rearward through this cavity and into the core. As a result, the bullet produces rapid and dramatic fragmentation. Hornady specifically states that this effect can occur even at low velocity.

Key Features of Hornady 6mm 80gr ELD-VT Bullets

• 80 grain bullet weight
• .243″ / 6mm bullet diameter
• .405 G1 ballistic coefficient
• .202 G7 ballistic coefficient
• .194 sectional density
• ELD-VT® varmint and target design
• Designed for rapid fragmentation
• Rapid fragmentation even at low velocity
• Heat Shield® tip
• AMP® bullet jacket
• High consistency in jacket concentricity and thickness
• Long, streamlined match-style profile
• Optimized weight-to-length design
• DVRT™ Drag Variability Reduction Technology
• Designed for long-range varmint and target shooting
• Recommended 1:8″ twist rate
• 100 bullets per box
• Hornady item #24372

In addition, the patented DVRT™ design uses a carefully profiled meplat to improve drag uniformity. This can reduce dispersion and help produce smaller groups at longer ranges.

Varmint and Long-Range Applications

The 80gr ELD-VT suits varmint shooting and long-range target applications. Its design combines a low-drag profile with a lightweight projectile. As a result, shooters can achieve a useful balance between external ballistic performance and rapid terminal disruption.

Furthermore, the bullet fragments rapidly on impact rather than retaining weight like a monolithic or bonded hunting bullet. This makes it particularly relevant where rapid energy transfer and dramatic fragmentation are desired.

The ELD-VT can suit appropriate varmint applications involving species such as jackal and other suitable small varmints. However, hunters should select their projectile according to the intended game, range, impact velocity and terminal-performance requirements.

For longer-range shooting, the .405 G1 BC and .202 G7 BC help the 80 grain projectile maintain aerodynamic efficiency. The Heat Shield® tip also resists aerodynamic heating and maintains its shape throughout the bullet’s trajectory.

ELD-VT Design for Long-Range Accuracy

The ELD-VT combines match-bullet aerodynamics with a lighter varmint bullet. In particular, its long, streamlined profile and reduced core-to-bullet length ratio help maximise muzzle velocity and move the centre of gravity rearward. As a result, the design supports improved aerodynamic performance.

Furthermore, Hornady’s AMP® jacket manufacturing process provides consistent concentricity and jacket thickness. This helps promote consistent bullet performance from shot to shot.

The Heat Shield® tip provides another aerodynamic advantage. Unlike conventional polymer tips, it resists the effects of aerodynamic heating and retains its shape throughout flight. This helps maintain the bullet’s low-drag profile.

Meanwhile, DVRT™ helps reduce variations in drag. Hornady states that this can reduce dispersion and produce smaller groups at longer distances.

For this reason, the 6mm 80gr ELD-VT is a strong choice for shooters looking for match-style accuracy, efficient external ballistics and rapid fragmentation from a lightweight 6mm projectile.

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

For detailed manufacturer specifications and technical information, visit the official Hornady website.

Product Specifications

Product: Hornady 6mm 80gr ELD-VT Bullets
Manufacturer Item Number: 24372
Calibre: 6mm
Bullet Diameter: .243″
Bullet Weight: 80gr / 5.2g
Bullet Type: ELD-VT®
G1 Ballistic Coefficient: .405
G7 Ballistic Coefficient: .202
Sectional Density: .194
Bullet Tip: Heat Shield® tip
Jacket: AMP®
Recommended Twist Rate: 1:8″
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.