Hornady ELD-X 270 Cal .277 145 Grain Bullets (27356) give medium and large game hunters a high BC 270 caliber hunting projectile designed for flat trajectories, controlled expansion, and deep penetration at all practical distances. This 145 grain Extremely Low Drag Expanding bullet suits .277 rifles where you want match-accurate hunting performance from close range out to extended shots.
Key Features
- Manufacturer part number: 27356
- Caliber: 270 caliber, .277 inch diameter
- Bullet weight: 145 grains
- Bullet type: ELD-X Extremely Low Drag Expanding
- Bullet profile: spitzer boat tail with secant ogive
- Bullet construction: lead core with copper jacket and InterLock ring
- Bullet tip: Heat Shield polymer tip
- Ballistic coefficient (G1): 0.536
- Ballistic coefficient (G7): 0.270
- Sectional density: 0.270
- Recommended twist rate: 1 in 10 inches or faster, caliber dependent
- Quantity per box: 100 bullets
Special Features
- Heat Shield tip resists aerodynamic heating so the tip keeps its shape, maintaining a high ballistic coefficient over the full flight path.
- Streamlined secant ogive and optimized boat tail geometry give very low drag, delivering match-grade external ballistics in a hunting bullet.
- Thick shank and InterLock ring help keep core and jacket together, providing strong weight retention and controlled expansion at higher impact speeds.
- At extended range, the tip drives back into the core to initiate expansion, producing a large mushroom and deep penetration even at lower impact velocities.
- ELD-X design serves as an all-range hunting solution, combining long-range efficiency with reliable terminal performance from short to extended distances.
Practical Benefits
- Hornady ELD-X 270 Cal .277 145 Grain (27356) fits hunters who want one bullet that handles both close and distant shots on deer, elk, and similar game with the same point of impact.
- The 145 grain weight and .277 diameter profile pair well with common 270 caliber twist rates, helping your loads stay stable, buck wind, and carry energy downrange.
- High BC, controlled expansion, and solid weight retention work together to create broad wound channels and deep penetration, which supports quick, ethical harvests in varied country.
- With 100 bullets per box, you can develop a trusted hunting load, verify drops at multiple ranges, and still have enough projectiles for a full season of hunts.
- If you want a 270 caliber hunting bullet that blends long-range aerodynamics with dependable all-range terminal behavior, Hornady ELD-X 270 Cal .277 145 Grain Bullets (27356) are a reliable pick for serious medium and large game hunters.
| MANUFACTURER | HORNADY |
| BULLET CALIBER | 270 CALIBER |