Hornady Match .260 Remington 130gr ELD Match Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • ELD Match
Hornady Match .260 Remington 130gr ELD Match Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • ELD Match
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2875 fps | 2386 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 2832 fps | 2316 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 50 yds | 2790 fps | 2248 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 75 yds | 2749 fps | 2181 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2707 fps | 2117 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2667 fps | 2053 ft-lb | -0.4" |
| 150 yds | 2626 fps | 1992 ft-lb | -1.0" |
| 175 yds | 2586 fps | 1932 ft-lb | -2.0" |
| 200 yds | 2547 fps | 1873 ft-lb | -3.3" |
| 225 yds | 2507 fps | 1815 ft-lb | -4.9" |
| 250 yds | 2468 fps | 1759 ft-lb | -6.9" |
| 275 yds | 2430 fps | 1705 ft-lb | -9.2" |
| 300 yds | 2391 fps | 1651 ft-lb | -11.9" |
| 325 yds | 2353 fps | 1599 ft-lb | -15.0" |
| 350 yds | 2316 fps | 1549 ft-lb | -18.4" |
| 375 yds | 2278 fps | 1499 ft-lb | -22.3" |
| 400 yds | 2241 fps | 1451 ft-lb | -26.6" |
| 425 yds | 2205 fps | 1404 ft-lb | -31.3" |
| 450 yds | 2168 fps | 1358 ft-lb | -36.5" |
| 475 yds | 2133 fps | 1313 ft-lb | -42.1" |
| 500 yds | 2097 fps | 1270 ft-lb | -48.2" |
Product Overview
The Hornady Match .260 Remington pushes a 130-grain ELD Match bullet at 2875 feet per second with 2386 foot-pounds of energy at the muzzle. This load represents Hornady's precision ammunition line, built specifically for shooters who demand tight groups and consistent performance at distance. The 0.554 G1 ballistic coefficient ranks among the highest available for .260 Remington factory ammunition, translating directly to less wind drift and flatter trajectory.
The ELD Match bullet features Hornady's Heat Shield tip, which resists deformation from aerodynamic heating during flight. Traditional polymer tips can soften and change shape, degrading ballistic coefficient as the bullet travels. The Heat Shield material maintains its form, ensuring the published BC holds true from muzzle to target. Combined with the AMP jacket for concentricity, these bullets deliver the uniformity precision shooters require.
Competitive shooters entering PRS-style matches, F-Class events, or long-range rifle competitions will appreciate this ammunition's accuracy potential. The .260 Remington cartridge offers reduced recoil compared to .308 Winchester while delivering superior ballistics, making it easier to spot impacts and correct follow-up shots. Hunters looking for precision at extended range can also use this load, though the match bullet's expansion characteristics differ from purpose-built hunting projectiles.
- The 0.554 G1 BC significantly outperforms hunting bullets like the SST (0.485), delivering noticeably less wind drift beyond 500 yards
- Heat Shield tip maintains consistent BC throughout flight, unlike standard polymer tips that can deform from aerodynamic heating
- AMP jacket technology ensures excellent concentricity for sub-MOA accuracy potential
- Lower recoil than equivalent .308 Winchester match loads while offering superior long-range ballistics
- Match bullets are not designed for controlled expansion on game—using this for hunting may produce inconsistent terminal results
- Velocity of 2875 fps is modest compared to Superformance offerings, though adequate for precision applications
- Premium match ammunition carries higher cost per round than standard hunting loads
- The BC, while excellent, falls short of heavier 140gr+ match bullets available in 6.5mm calibers
All Hornady Match .260 Remington 130gr ELD Match Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Basin Outdoors | 20 | $38.33 | $10.99 | $49.32 | $2.47 |