HORNADY 3078 ELD-X 30 CAL .308 220 GRAIN EXTREMELY LOW DRAG EXPANDING 100 CNT

The Hornady ELD-X 30 Caliber 220 Grain Extremely Low Drag Expanding (3078) is a technologically advanced match accurate hunting bullet designed for long range precision with consistent controlled expansion at all practical hunting distances. This revolutionary bullet features the Heat Shield tip that maintains the highest in class ballistic coefficient over its entire trajectory for superior downrange performance.

Key Features

• Model 3078 for 30 caliber (.308 diameter)
• 220 grain polymer tipped boattail bullet
• G1 ballistic coefficient 0.650
• G7 ballistic coefficient 0.325
• Sectional density 0.331
• Minimum twist rate 1:10 inches
• 100 bullets per box
• UPC 090255230789

Special Features

• Heat Shield tip verified by Doppler radar is immune to aerodynamic heating and retains shape for consistent BC
• Streamlined secant ogive with optimum boattail design for radically superior aerodynamic efficiency
• AMP bullet jackets provide highly concentric construction for match accuracy
• InterLock ring mechanically locks core and jacket together preventing separation
• Thick jacket shank provides controlled expansion with 50-60 percent weight retention at high velocity impacts
• At extended range 400 plus yard impacts Heat Shield tip drives backward initiating expansion with 85-90 percent weight retention

Practical Benefits

• Essential for reloaders developing extreme long range hunting loads for 300 Winchester Magnum 300 PRC and similar 30 caliber magnums
• Produces ammunition suitable for elk moose and mule deer from close range to beyond 500 yards
• Works effectively across wide velocity range from moderate 308 Winchester to high velocity magnum cartridges
• Delivers devastating terminal performance at conventional range with continual expansion throughout penetration path
• Provides large wound cavities with deep penetration at extended range for clean ethical kills
• Ideal for long range hunters shooting bolt action rifles in 30 caliber magnum cartridges

The Hornady 3078 ELD-X 30 Caliber 220 Grain Extremely Low Drag Expanding is a world-class choice for reloaders seeking maximum long range hunting performance in heavy 30 caliber bullets.