Videos tagged with ELD-X

This video from Ballistics Lab compares the terminal performance of Hornady's 147-grain ELD-M (Match) and ELD-X (Hunting) bullets in 6.5 Creedmoor fired through ballistic gel after impacting wood. The ELD-M showed rapid expansion and significant tissue damage, while the ELD-X created a larger wound channel but deviated from its path. The presenter suggests both can be effective for deer hunting if the hunter understands their specific performance characteristics.

This guide details a practical method for testing Black Hills .308 Winchester ammunition to identify the most accurate load for a specific rifle. It emphasizes the importance of barrel cooling, consistent shooting techniques, and careful target analysis. Instruction from experts Ryan Gresham and Chris Cerino highlights how barrel harmonics and heat management significantly impact shot group consistency, offering valuable insights for shooters seeking optimal accuracy.

This guide details a practical test of the .22 Creedmoor cartridge for big game hunting, as demonstrated by a firearms expert. It covers ammunition testing, rifle accuracy verification, and successful hunting techniques, including the high shoulder shot, while debunking common myths like vapor trail effects. The expert's analysis provides valuable insights into the cartridge's real-world performance.

Seth Swerczek, a former Hornady ballistician, provides expert insights into modern cartridge design, bullet technology, and practical ballistics. He explains the advantages of standardized cartridges like the 300 PRC over traditional ones like the 300 Win Mag for factory consistency and accuracy. The discussion covers bullet performance for hunting (ELD-X, CX) and precision shooting (A-TIP), along with practical advice for handloaders and considerations for short-barreled rifles.

This video delves into the development of Hornady's ELD (Extremely Low Drag) line of bullets. It highlights how Hornady utilized Doppler radar technology to optimize bullet design for both competition (ELD-M) and hunting (ELD-X) applications. A key innovation discussed is the Heat Shield tip, which prevents in-flight expansion and reduces drag. The ELD-X is designed for reliable expansion at low velocities for hunting, while the ELD-M is a match-grade bullet engineered for consistent accuracy with a thin jacket.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Hornady manufacturing process, from raw material handling to final inspection. It highlights the precision involved in creating bullets and cartridges, including detailed explanations of the cup draw process, core manufacturing with antimony alloy, and rigorous quality control testing. The tour, guided by Jerry Miculek, emphasizes the commitment to American-made quality and meticulous attention to detail in every step of production.

This video, titled 'Collective | Co-Pilot Featuring Hornady Ammunition,' highlights the synergy between the Gunwerks CoPilot rifle and Hornady's 103-grain ELD-X Precision Hunter ammunition. The description emphasizes the system's impressive effective range, extending to 1,300 yards, suggesting a focus on long-range accuracy and hunting applications. The content likely showcases the performance of this specific rifle and ammunition pairing.

This comprehensive guide details a ballistic gel test for 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition, featuring expert insights from Johnny's Reloading Bench. The test systematically evaluates the terminal performance of various bullet types (143gr ELD-X, 140gr SST, 130gr SGK, 129gr ABLR) at a realistic hunting distance of 200 yards. It covers preparation, execution, and analysis of bullet expansion, penetration, and weight retention, providing valuable data for hunters and handloaders.