Hornady Precision Hunter 7mm PRC 175gr ELD-X Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • ELD-X
Hornady Precision Hunter 7mm PRC 175gr ELD-X Ammo Ballistics
Brass Case • ELD-X
Trajectory @ 100yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2999 fps | 3498 ft-lb | — |
| 25 yds | 2964 fps | 3416 ft-lb | -0.7" |
| 50 yds | 2929 fps | 3336 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 75 yds | 2895 fps | 3258 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 100 yds ⊕ | 2861 fps | 3181 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 125 yds | 2827 fps | 3106 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 150 yds | 2793 fps | 3033 ft-lb | -0.8" |
| 175 yds | 2760 fps | 2961 ft-lb | -1.6" |
| 200 yds | 2726 fps | 2890 ft-lb | -2.7" |
| 225 yds | 2694 fps | 2821 ft-lb | -4.1" |
| 250 yds | 2661 fps | 2753 ft-lb | -5.8" |
| 275 yds | 2628 fps | 2686 ft-lb | -7.9" |
| 300 yds | 2596 fps | 2620 ft-lb | -10.2" |
| 325 yds | 2564 fps | 2556 ft-lb | -12.8" |
| 350 yds | 2532 fps | 2493 ft-lb | -15.8" |
| 375 yds | 2501 fps | 2432 ft-lb | -19.1" |
| 400 yds | 2470 fps | 2371 ft-lb | -22.8" |
| 425 yds | 2439 fps | 2312 ft-lb | -26.8" |
| 450 yds | 2408 fps | 2254 ft-lb | -31.2" |
| 475 yds | 2377 fps | 2196 ft-lb | -35.9" |
| 500 yds | 2347 fps | 2141 ft-lb | -41.0" |
Product Overview
Hornady Precision Hunter 7mm PRC 175gr ELD-X ammunition represents the flagship hunting load for this revolutionary cartridge. The ELD-X (Extremely Low Drag - eXpanding) bullet combines a heat-resistant polymer tip with a secant ogive profile and boat tail to achieve an exceptional 0.689 G1 ballistic coefficient. At 3,000 fps muzzle velocity generating 3,497 ft-lbs of energy, this load delivers devastating terminal performance on elk, moose, and large African plains game at distances exceeding 500 yards.
Western hunters pursuing elk in open mountain terrain will find this ammunition ideally suited to their needs. The InterLock ring mechanically locks the bullet's core and jacket together, ensuring controlled expansion and deep penetration through muscle and bone. Whether you're taking a quartering shot on a bull elk at 400 yards or dropping a mule deer across a canyon, the ELD-X delivers the accuracy and terminal performance serious hunters demand.
The 7mm PRC was specifically designed to optimize performance with heavy, high-BC bullets like the 175gr ELD-X. The cartridge's long throat and 1:8 twist rate stabilize these projectiles perfectly, extracting maximum accuracy potential. For hunters building a precision hunting rifle around the 7mm PRC, Hornady Precision Hunter ammunition is the benchmark against which all other loads are measured.
- Exceptional 0.689 G1 BC for flat trajectories and wind resistance
- Heat Shield tip maintains point integrity at extreme velocities
- InterLock ring ensures controlled expansion and weight retention
- 3,497 ft-lbs muzzle energy for large game at extended range
- Factory ammunition optimized for the 7mm PRC's design intent
- Premium price point around $2+ per round
- May be overkill for deer-sized game at close range
- Significant recoil compared to smaller calibers
- Limited availability as a newer cartridge
- Requires quality optics to utilize long-range capability
All Hornady Precision Hunter 7mm PRC 175gr ELD-X Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Basin Outdoors | 20 | $55.50 | $10.99 | $66.49 | $3.32 |