Hornady .224 Valkyrie Match 88gr ELD Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • ELD Match
Hornady .224 Valkyrie Match 88gr ELD Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • ELD Match
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2675 fps | 1398 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 2633 fps | 1355 ft-lb | -0.6" |
| 50 yds | 2592 fps | 1314 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 75 yds | 2552 fps | 1273 ft-lb | +0.1" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2512 fps | 1233 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2472 fps | 1195 ft-lb | -0.5" |
| 150 yds | 2433 fps | 1157 ft-lb | -1.3" |
| 175 yds | 2394 fps | 1120 ft-lb | -2.5" |
| 200 yds | 2355 fps | 1084 ft-lb | -4.0" |
| 225 yds | 2317 fps | 1049 ft-lb | -6.0" |
| 250 yds | 2279 fps | 1015 ft-lb | -8.3" |
| 275 yds | 2242 fps | 982 ft-lb | -11.1" |
| 300 yds | 2204 fps | 950 ft-lb | -14.3" |
| 325 yds | 2167 fps | 918 ft-lb | -18.0" |
| 350 yds | 2131 fps | 887 ft-lb | -22.1" |
| 375 yds | 2095 fps | 858 ft-lb | -26.7" |
| 400 yds | 2059 fps | 828 ft-lb | -31.8" |
| 425 yds | 2023 fps | 800 ft-lb | -37.4" |
| 450 yds | 1988 fps | 773 ft-lb | -43.5" |
| 475 yds | 1954 fps | 746 ft-lb | -50.2" |
| 500 yds | 1919 fps | 720 ft-lb | -57.4" |
Product Overview
Hornady Match .224 Valkyrie 88gr ELD ammunition represents the pinnacle of factory precision rifle ammunition for the .224 Valkyrie cartridge. With an exceptional ballistic coefficient of 0.545 G1, this load was engineered specifically for competitive shooters and precision rifle enthusiasts who demand consistent, sub-MOA accuracy at extreme distances. The 88-grain ELD Match bullet maintains supersonic velocities well past 1,000 yards.
This ammunition is the ideal choice for Precision Rifle Series (PRS) competitors and long-range target shooters using AR-15 platform rifles. The heavy-for-caliber bullet combined with the Heat Shield tip technology ensures the BC remains consistent regardless of aerodynamic heating, delivering predictable trajectories that serious competitors demand. At 2,675 fps muzzle velocity with 1,398 ft-lbs of energy, it offers excellent wind-bucking capability.
For shooters zeroing precision optics, developing DOPE cards, or competing in matches where accuracy is paramount, Hornady Match provides the consistency needed for repeatable results. The brass cases are manufactured to tight tolerances and are excellent candidates for reloading, allowing competitive shooters to develop custom loads based on this proven bullet design.
- Exceptional 0.545 G1 ballistic coefficient for minimal wind drift
- Heat Shield tip maintains consistent BC at all velocities
- Remains supersonic past 1,200 yards in standard conditions
- Match-grade accuracy with sub-MOA potential
- Premium brass cases suitable for precision reloading
- Premium pricing compared to practice ammunition
- Slower muzzle velocity (2,675 fps) requires more holdover at mid-range
- Match bullet design not intended for hunting applications
- May require 1:7 twist barrel for optimal stabilization
All Hornady .224 Valkyrie Match 88gr ELD Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Basin Outdoors | 200 | $273.53 | $0.00 | $273.53 | $1.37 |
| Lucky Gunner | 20 | $30.00 | $17.68 | $47.68 | $2.38 |