
Availability: In Stock
The Hornady 2562 25-caliber .257 138-grain A-Tip Match bullet is engineered for precision shooters and handloaders who demand top-tier accuracy at extended distances. Built on years of ballistic research and Hornady's proven manufacturing expertise, these match-grade bullets deliver the consistency and performance you need for competition, long-range hunting, and serious target work. Each box contains 100 bullets, with 10 boxes per case for the volume reloader.
What sets these bullets apart is the machined aluminum A-Tip design, which is longer and positioned differently than traditional polymer tips to shift the center of gravity for improved in-flight stability. The flat meplat tip geometry is part of Hornady's patented Drag Variability Reduction Technology (DVRT), a system that standardizes drag across the bearing surface for tighter shot groups and less vertical spread downrange. The result is a low-drag, high-ballistic-coefficient projectile that forgives minor variations in twist rate, seating depth, and muzzle velocity—critical for real-world handloading scenarios.
Manufacturing precision starts at the press. These bullets are sequentially packaged one by one, ensuring minimal handling and maximum uniformity from round to round. The refined AMP jacket delivers industry-leading concentricity, and each bullet is checked for consistency without the uniform bulk-washing process that can strip away protective oils. A polishing bag is included to prepare bullets before seating. Hornady has verified low drag coefficients with Doppler radar testing, so you're loading bullets backed by real ballistic data, not marketing claims.
Note: Loading these bullets requires Hornady's A-Tip seating stem for proper bullet seating and performance.
| Caliber | .257 (25-caliber) |
| Bullet Weight | 138 grains |
| Bullet Type | A-Tip Match |
| Box Count | 100 bullets |
| Case Count | 10 boxes per case (1,000 bullets total) |
| Tip Style | Machined aluminum |
Yes. Hornady's A-Tip seating stem is required for optimal bullet seating and performance. The aluminum tip requires a specific seating geometry that standard seating stems do not provide.
DVRT (Drag Variability Reduction Technology) is Hornady's patented system that creates a flat meplat tip design to increase drag uniformity across each bullet. This reduces dispersion and tightens groups, especially at longer ranges where small variations in drag become magnified downrange.
Yes. These are match-grade bullets designed for precision applications where consistency and accuracy at distance are critical. The low drag coefficient and refined manufacturing process make them ideal for both target competition and long-range hunting scenarios.
Each box contains 100 bullets and a polishing bag to prepare the bullets for loading. The bullets are not bulk-washed after manufacture, so the polishing bag helps condition them before seating.

SKU: 144597853 • Width: 4.8in • Height: 3.6in • Depth: 6.1in • Weight: 2.23oz





Availability: In Stock
The Hornady 2562 25-caliber .257 138-grain A-Tip Match bullet is engineered for precision shooters and handloaders who demand top-tier accuracy at extended distances. Built on years of ballistic research and Hornady's proven manufacturing expertise, these match-grade bullets deliver the consistency and performance you need for competition, long-range hunting, and serious target work. Each box contains 100 bullets, with 10 boxes per case for the volume reloader.
What sets these bullets apart is the machined aluminum A-Tip design, which is longer and positioned differently than traditional polymer tips to shift the center of gravity for improved in-flight stability. The flat meplat tip geometry is part of Hornady's patented Drag Variability Reduction Technology (DVRT), a system that standardizes drag across the bearing surface for tighter shot groups and less vertical spread downrange. The result is a low-drag, high-ballistic-coefficient projectile that forgives minor variations in twist rate, seating depth, and muzzle velocity—critical for real-world handloading scenarios.
Manufacturing precision starts at the press. These bullets are sequentially packaged one by one, ensuring minimal handling and maximum uniformity from round to round. The refined AMP jacket delivers industry-leading concentricity, and each bullet is checked for consistency without the uniform bulk-washing process that can strip away protective oils. A polishing bag is included to prepare bullets before seating. Hornady has verified low drag coefficients with Doppler radar testing, so you're loading bullets backed by real ballistic data, not marketing claims.
Note: Loading these bullets requires Hornady's A-Tip seating stem for proper bullet seating and performance.
| Caliber | .257 (25-caliber) |
| Bullet Weight | 138 grains |
| Bullet Type | A-Tip Match |
| Box Count | 100 bullets |
| Case Count | 10 boxes per case (1,000 bullets total) |
| Tip Style | Machined aluminum |
Yes. Hornady's A-Tip seating stem is required for optimal bullet seating and performance. The aluminum tip requires a specific seating geometry that standard seating stems do not provide.
DVRT (Drag Variability Reduction Technology) is Hornady's patented system that creates a flat meplat tip design to increase drag uniformity across each bullet. This reduces dispersion and tightens groups, especially at longer ranges where small variations in drag become magnified downrange.
Yes. These are match-grade bullets designed for precision applications where consistency and accuracy at distance are critical. The low drag coefficient and refined manufacturing process make them ideal for both target competition and long-range hunting scenarios.
Each box contains 100 bullets and a polishing bag to prepare the bullets for loading. The bullets are not bulk-washed after manufacture, so the polishing bag helps condition them before seating.
SKU: 144597853 • Width: 4.8in • Height: 3.6in • Depth: 6.1in • Weight: 2.23oz
