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The Hornady Precision Hunter 6.5 PRC 143 Grain ELD-X ammunition delivers match-accurate factory loads built specifically for hunters who demand consistent performance across diverse hunting situations. This 20-round box pairs Hornady's meticulous load development with their proven ELD-X bullet design, giving you a complete system engineered for both accuracy and terminal reliability from close range to extended distances.
The 6.5 PRC cartridge itself offers efficient case geometry with a long neck and 30-degree shoulder, fitting standard magnum bolt-face actions while delivering the velocity and ballistic performance hunters expect from a modern centerfire hunting round. Hornady's Precision Hunter line uses clean-burning propellants loaded to uniform capacity, which means shot-to-shot consistency regardless of temperature—a critical detail when every round needs to hit the same spot and perform the same way downrange.
The ELD-X bullet is where this ammunition really shines. Its Heat Shield tip resists aerodynamic heating to maintain ballistic coefficient throughout the flight, while the streamlined secant ogive and optimized boattail design keep the bullet flying flat and steady. On impact, the ELD-X performs in two distinct modes: at conventional hunting ranges (0–400 yards), it expands rapidly while retaining 50–60% of its weight, and at extended ranges (400+ yards), the Heat Shield tip drives backward to initiate controlled expansion with 85–90% weight retention and deep penetration. This dual-performance design makes Hornady Precision Hunter effective on medium game (50–300 lbs) and large game (300–1,500 lbs) alike.
If you're running a 6.5 PRC—whether it's a Browning, Ruger, Savage, Mossberg, or one of the growing roster of precision rifle manufacturers—Precision Hunter is a load you can trust to group consistently and deliver when it counts.
| Cartridge | 6.5mm PRC |
| Bullet Weight | 143 Grains |
| Bullet Type | ELD-X (with Heat Shield tip) |
| Product Line | Precision Hunter |
| Round Count | 20 |
| Application | Medium Game (50–300 lbs), Large Game (300–1,500 lbs) |
The 6.5 PRC uses a standard magnum bolt face (.532") and fits in short or medium actions. Current manufacturers chambering this cartridge include Browning, Ruger, Savage, Mossberg, Howa, Christensen Arms, PROOF Research, Sauer, Sako, and many others. Check with your specific rifle manufacturer to confirm compatibility.
The ELD-X in Precision Hunter loads performs in two modes. At conventional ranges (0–400 yards), rapid expansion occurs with 50–60% weight retention for controlled penetration. At extended ranges (400+ yards and lower impact velocities), the Heat Shield tip drives backward to initiate expansion, delivering 85–90% weight retention and deeper penetration with a large wound cavity.
Hornady designates Precision Hunter 6.5 PRC as suitable for medium game weighing 50–300 lbs and large game weighing 300–1,500 lbs. This covers deer, elk, and most North American hunting applications.
Clean-burning propellants reduce fouling and produce more consistent velocity from shot to shot, regardless of temperature changes. Uniform capacity loading ensures that each round performs the same way, which is essential for accuracy and predictable ballistic performance in the field.
SKU: 119714852 • Width: 3.25in • Height: 1.5in • Depth: 6.4in • Weight: 1.38oz
Availability: In Stock
The Hornady Precision Hunter 6.5 PRC 143 Grain ELD-X ammunition delivers match-accurate factory loads built specifically for hunters who demand consistent performance across diverse hunting situations. This 20-round box pairs Hornady's meticulous load development with their proven ELD-X bullet design, giving you a complete system engineered for both accuracy and terminal reliability from close range to extended distances.
The 6.5 PRC cartridge itself offers efficient case geometry with a long neck and 30-degree shoulder, fitting standard magnum bolt-face actions while delivering the velocity and ballistic performance hunters expect from a modern centerfire hunting round. Hornady's Precision Hunter line uses clean-burning propellants loaded to uniform capacity, which means shot-to-shot consistency regardless of temperature—a critical detail when every round needs to hit the same spot and perform the same way downrange.
The ELD-X bullet is where this ammunition really shines. Its Heat Shield tip resists aerodynamic heating to maintain ballistic coefficient throughout the flight, while the streamlined secant ogive and optimized boattail design keep the bullet flying flat and steady. On impact, the ELD-X performs in two distinct modes: at conventional hunting ranges (0–400 yards), it expands rapidly while retaining 50–60% of its weight, and at extended ranges (400+ yards), the Heat Shield tip drives backward to initiate controlled expansion with 85–90% weight retention and deep penetration. This dual-performance design makes Hornady Precision Hunter effective on medium game (50–300 lbs) and large game (300–1,500 lbs) alike.
If you're running a 6.5 PRC—whether it's a Browning, Ruger, Savage, Mossberg, or one of the growing roster of precision rifle manufacturers—Precision Hunter is a load you can trust to group consistently and deliver when it counts.
| Cartridge | 6.5mm PRC |
| Bullet Weight | 143 Grains |
| Bullet Type | ELD-X (with Heat Shield tip) |
| Product Line | Precision Hunter |
| Round Count | 20 |
| Application | Medium Game (50–300 lbs), Large Game (300–1,500 lbs) |
The 6.5 PRC uses a standard magnum bolt face (.532") and fits in short or medium actions. Current manufacturers chambering this cartridge include Browning, Ruger, Savage, Mossberg, Howa, Christensen Arms, PROOF Research, Sauer, Sako, and many others. Check with your specific rifle manufacturer to confirm compatibility.
The ELD-X in Precision Hunter loads performs in two modes. At conventional ranges (0–400 yards), rapid expansion occurs with 50–60% weight retention for controlled penetration. At extended ranges (400+ yards and lower impact velocities), the Heat Shield tip drives backward to initiate expansion, delivering 85–90% weight retention and deeper penetration with a large wound cavity.
Hornady designates Precision Hunter 6.5 PRC as suitable for medium game weighing 50–300 lbs and large game weighing 300–1,500 lbs. This covers deer, elk, and most North American hunting applications.
Clean-burning propellants reduce fouling and produce more consistent velocity from shot to shot, regardless of temperature changes. Uniform capacity loading ensures that each round performs the same way, which is essential for accuracy and predictable ballistic performance in the field.
SKU: 119714852 • Width: 3.25in • Height: 1.5in • Depth: 6.4in • Weight: 1.38oz