Description

Hornady Precision Hunter ammunition is designed for hunting applications in .280 Ackley Improved rifles. This load uses a 162-grain ELD-X polymer-tipped bullet and has a listed muzzle velocity of 2,850 feet per second.

The ELD-X design incorporates a Heat Shield tip intended to maintain its aerodynamic profile over the bullet’s trajectory. The factory-loaded cartridge uses a reloadable brass case and is packaged with 20 rounds per box.

Key Specifications

• The cartridge is .280 Ackley Improved for compatible rifles.
• The bullet weighs 162 grains for hunting applications.
• The ELD-X projectile uses a polymer-tipped design.
• The listed muzzle velocity is 2,850 fps.
• The listed ballistic coefficient is .630 G1 and .315 G7.
• The sectional density is .287.
• Each box contains 20 rounds.
• The ammunition uses reloadable brass cases.
• The case configuration includes 10 boxes.
• The listed application is hunting.

With its 162-grain ELD-X bullet, consistent factory loading, and reloadable brass case, this Precision Hunter load is suited to hunters seeking a well-documented .280 Ackley Improved option for compatible rifles.