Hornady 28506 A-Tip Match 7mm .284 190 gr A-Tip Match

The Hornady 28506 A-Tip Match 7mm .284 190 gr A-Tip Match bullet represents the result of methodical R&D by Hornady's Ballistic Development Group—a precision rifle bullet engineered for handloaders who demand consistency and downrange performance. The 190-grain A-Tip Match is built on a foundation of aerodynamic design: the machined aluminum tip is longer than conventional polymer tips, shifting the center of gravity to enhance stability in flight and tighten shot groups. This is serious ammunition component engineering for long-range and competitive shooters.

What sets the A-Tip Match apart is its Doppler radar-verified low drag coefficient. The refined AMP jacket delivers industry-leading uniformity and concentricity, meaning each bullet behaves like the last downrange. That consistency is forged during manufacturing: bullets are sequentially packaged straight from the press with minimal handling, so you get clone-to-clone performance shot after shot. The optimized boattail and bearing surface are caliber-specific, working together to reduce drag variability and forgive minor variations in your load—twist rate, seating depth, and muzzle velocity all play a role, and this bullet is built to handle them.

Note that loading the A-Tip Match requires Hornady's A-TIP seating stem for proper bullet seating. Bullets arrive in a polishing bag; the manufacturing process preserves bullet cleanliness without bulk washing, so you'll want to prepare them before loading. If you're chasing tight groups at distance or competing in precision rifle events, this 7mm bullet delivers the ballistic edge reloaders expect from Hornady's match-grade line.

Key Features

• Precision-machined aluminum tip longer than polymer designs for enhanced in-flight stability
• Aeroballistically advanced tip geometry reduces drag variability and tightens group sizes
• Industry-leading AMP jacket uniformity and concentricity for consistent performance
• Doppler radar-verified low drag coefficient (high ballistic coefficient)
• Optimized ogive, bearing surface, and boattail by caliber
• Sequential packaging and minimal manufacturing handling ensure bullet-to-bullet consistency
• Forgiving of variation in twist rate, seating depth, and muzzle velocity

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What seating stem do I need for the A-Tip Match?

Hornady's A-TIP seating stem is required for proper bullet seating. Standard seating stems are not compatible with the A-Tip design.

What is included in the package?

Bullets arrive in a polishing bag. They are not bulk washed after manufacture, so you should prepare them before loading.

Who should use this bullet?

The A-Tip Match is designed for handloaders pursuing precision rifle performance, competitive shooting, and long-range hunting where consistency and aerodynamic stability are priorities.

Is this bullet tolerant of load variations?

Yes. The refined design and drag characteristics are forgiving of variations in twist rate, seating depth, and muzzle velocity, giving you some margin in your load development.