Hornady Match 6.5 Creedmoor 120 Grain ELD Match Ammunition - 20 Rounds

Hornady Match 6.5 Creedmoor 120 grain ELD Match ammunition is built for shooters who demand repeatable precision on the range and in competition. This is match-grade ammo engineered to the exacting standards J.W. Hornady set out to achieve: ten bullets through one hole. Every component—from the bullet itself to the brass, powder, and primer—is individually inspected and matched for uniformity. The result is ammunition with shot-to-shot consistency that translates directly into tighter groups and more predictable ballistics.

The ELD Match bullet is the standout here. Its Heat Shield polymer tip creates an ideal meplat (the flattened tip of the projectile) that improves aerodynamics and delivers superior accuracy compared to traditional hollow-point match rounds. Combined with Hornady's proprietary AMP (Advanced Manufacturing Process) bullet jackets, you get concentricity and uniformity that rival or exceed commercial match ammunition from larger manufacturers. The bullets are loaded into carefully selected cases, each evaluated for wall thickness, internal capacity, and wall concentricity to eliminate variables that cause velocity drift and group deviation.

Quality control doesn't stop at components. Hornady Match ammunition is loaded with powder charges matched to each specific load for optimal pressure, velocity, and—most critically—consistency. Bullet seating and overall length are held to tight tolerances. This is ammunition designed for precision rifle competition, long-range target shooting, and anyone hunting with a 6.5 Creedmoor who refuses to settle for good enough. Twenty rounds per box lets you load up for a match day or a serious practice session.

Key Features

• ELD Match bullet with Heat Shield polymer tip for superior accuracy and ballistic coefficient
• AMP bullet jackets ensure concentricity and uniformity
• Carefully selected brass matched for wall thickness, internal capacity, and concentricity
• Powder charges matched to load specifications for consistent velocity and pressure
• Stringent quality control with tight tolerances on seating and overall length
• Superior lot-to-lot consistency for repeatable performance

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Heat Shield tip on the ELD Match bullet?

The Heat Shield is a polymer tip designed to create the perfect meplat, the flattened nose of the bullet. This optimizes aerodynamics and improves accuracy compared to traditional hollow-point match bullets. It also provides better protection to the tip during handling and loading.

Is this ammunition suitable for hunting, or is it match-only?

Hornady Match 6.5 Creedmoor is specifically engineered for target and match applications. While 6.5 Creedmoor is a popular hunting cartridge, the 120-grain ELD Match load and its precision-focused design make it best suited for range shooting and competition.

What does "lot-to-lot consistency" mean, and why does it matter?

Lot-to-lot consistency means that ammunition manufactured in one batch performs virtually identically to ammunition from a different batch. For precision shooting, this consistency is critical: it means you can zero your rifle with one box of ammunition and reliably use another box months later without having to re-zero. Hornady Match achieves this through strict quality control at every stage of production.

How many rounds are in a box?

Each box contains 20 rounds.