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The Hornady 2561 ELD Match Target 25 caliber ammunition delivers match-grade precision for serious target shooters and long-range competitors. These 134-grain .257 bullets are built on Hornady's Extremely Low Drag (ELD) Match platform, engineered from the ground up to shoot tight groups at distance. The Heat Shield tip technology maintains a perfect meplat (tip geometry) through flight, resisting the aerodynamic heating that degrades accuracy in conventional bullets. Combined with a secant ogive and optimized boattail design, these rounds achieve some of the highest ballistic coefficients available in the 25-caliber class—a serious advantage when you're dialing for distance.
What sets ELD Match bullets apart is Hornady's commitment to consistency. Each bullet is held to exacting concentricity standards during manufacturing, and ballistic coefficients are verified using Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions. That means the BC printed on the box actually reflects real-world performance, not marketing estimates. For reloaders building precision ammunition or shooters seeking match-quality factory loads, that level of quality control translates directly to tighter vertical strings and more predictable drop.
The 134-grain weight in .257 diameter positions this round well for target competition and long-range practice where velocity and energy are less critical than ballistic efficiency and repeatability. If you're serious about wringing every bit of accuracy from a 25-caliber rifle, these bullets reward careful handloading and quality rifle setup with results that speak for themselves downrange.
| Caliber | .257 (25 Cal) |
| Bullet Weight | 134 grains |
| Bullet Type | ELD Match (Extremely Low Drag Match) |
| Part Number | 2561 |
| Manufacturer | Hornady |
Hornady's Heat Shield tip is engineered to resist aerodynamic heating during flight, maintaining a consistent meplat (point geometry) throughout the bullet's trajectory. Conventional polymer tips can deform or round off under extreme velocity and air friction, changing the bullet's aerodynamic profile and causing accuracy to degrade. The Heat Shield tip stays true, delivering the same ballistic performance shot to shot—critical for long-range precision.
Yes, the Hornady 2561 ELD Match bullets are designed for handloading. They feature highly concentric AMP jackets and are manufactured to match-grade tolerances for consistency across your reloaded ammunition.
Rather than using theoretical calculations, Hornady measures the actual ballistic coefficient of each ELD Match bullet design using Doppler radar, then corrects the results to standard atmospheric conditions. This means the BC value you use in your ballistics calculator reflects real-world performance, not estimates—a crucial detail for accurate drop prediction at distance.
The secant ogive (the curved nose section) and boattail (the tapered rear) work together to minimize drag and maximize ballistic coefficient. This design allows the bullet to retain velocity and energy more effectively downrange, resulting in flatter trajectories and more predictable wind drift—key factors in match-grade ammunition.
SKU: 115822126 • Width: 3.5in • Height: 2.3in • Depth: 4.2in • Weight: 2.02oz
Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Hornady 2561 ELD Match Target 25 caliber ammunition delivers match-grade precision for serious target shooters and long-range competitors. These 134-grain .257 bullets are built on Hornady's Extremely Low Drag (ELD) Match platform, engineered from the ground up to shoot tight groups at distance. The Heat Shield tip technology maintains a perfect meplat (tip geometry) through flight, resisting the aerodynamic heating that degrades accuracy in conventional bullets. Combined with a secant ogive and optimized boattail design, these rounds achieve some of the highest ballistic coefficients available in the 25-caliber class—a serious advantage when you're dialing for distance.
What sets ELD Match bullets apart is Hornady's commitment to consistency. Each bullet is held to exacting concentricity standards during manufacturing, and ballistic coefficients are verified using Doppler radar and corrected to standard atmospheric conditions. That means the BC printed on the box actually reflects real-world performance, not marketing estimates. For reloaders building precision ammunition or shooters seeking match-quality factory loads, that level of quality control translates directly to tighter vertical strings and more predictable drop.
The 134-grain weight in .257 diameter positions this round well for target competition and long-range practice where velocity and energy are less critical than ballistic efficiency and repeatability. If you're serious about wringing every bit of accuracy from a 25-caliber rifle, these bullets reward careful handloading and quality rifle setup with results that speak for themselves downrange.
| Caliber | .257 (25 Cal) |
| Bullet Weight | 134 grains |
| Bullet Type | ELD Match (Extremely Low Drag Match) |
| Part Number | 2561 |
| Manufacturer | Hornady |
Hornady's Heat Shield tip is engineered to resist aerodynamic heating during flight, maintaining a consistent meplat (point geometry) throughout the bullet's trajectory. Conventional polymer tips can deform or round off under extreme velocity and air friction, changing the bullet's aerodynamic profile and causing accuracy to degrade. The Heat Shield tip stays true, delivering the same ballistic performance shot to shot—critical for long-range precision.
Yes, the Hornady 2561 ELD Match bullets are designed for handloading. They feature highly concentric AMP jackets and are manufactured to match-grade tolerances for consistency across your reloaded ammunition.
Rather than using theoretical calculations, Hornady measures the actual ballistic coefficient of each ELD Match bullet design using Doppler radar, then corrects the results to standard atmospheric conditions. This means the BC value you use in your ballistics calculator reflects real-world performance, not estimates—a crucial detail for accurate drop prediction at distance.
The secant ogive (the curved nose section) and boattail (the tapered rear) work together to minimize drag and maximize ballistic coefficient. This design allows the bullet to retain velocity and energy more effectively downrange, resulting in flatter trajectories and more predictable wind drift—key factors in match-grade ammunition.
SKU: 115822126 • Width: 3.5in • Height: 2.3in • Depth: 4.2in • Weight: 2.02oz