Hornady Precision Hunter Ammunition 28 Nosler 162 Grain ELD-X 20RD

The Hornady Precision Hunter 28 Nosler 162 grain ELD-X ammunition is built for long-range hunters who demand both reach and reliability. The 28 Nosler is a flat-shooting magnum that cuts wind drift at distance, and Hornady's Precision Hunter line pairs that ballistic advantage with their ELD-X bullet—engineered to perform across the full spectrum of hunting ranges. This is match-grade ammunition designed to handle the physics of high-velocity flight and the realities of game at 100 yards or 500.

The standout innovation here is the ELD-X's Heat Shield tip. During development using Doppler radar, Hornady discovered that aerodynamic friction at high velocity was melting conventional polymer tips, throwing off bullet flight. The Heat Shield resists that thermal stress, maintaining its shape and the bullet's ballistic coefficient throughout the trajectory. That consistency matters: it means you get predictable velocity, drop, and drift from shot to shot and range to range.

Terminal performance is where the ELD-X earns its reputation. Inside 400 yards, high velocity drives rapid, reliable expansion with 50–60 percent weight retention—ideal for quick, clean kills on mid-sized to large game. Beyond 400 yards, as velocity drops, the Heat Shield tip is designed to collapse rearward, initiating a deep, controlled mushroom that holds 85–90 percent of its weight. That shift from velocity-driven to tip-driven expansion means the same load works ethically across realistic hunting distances, not just at one optimal range.

Each box contains 20 rounds. If you're running a 28 Nosler and hunting beyond typical rifle-range distances, this is precision ammunition worth the investment.

Key Features

• ELD-X bullet with Heat Shield tip designed to resist aerodynamic friction and maintain ballistic efficiency
• 162 grain weight optimized for the 28 Nosler's velocity potential
• Dual-mode expansion: velocity-driven performance under 400 yards, controlled deep mushroom at distance
• High weight retention (50–60% close range, 85–90% at distance) for consistent penetration and energy transfer
• Match-grade consistency for predictable long-range performance

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is this ammunition?

This is 28 Nosler, a magnum centerfire rifle round. The 28 Nosler is a high-velocity, flat-shooting cartridge popular with long-range hunters seeking extended effective range and minimal wind drift.

How does the ELD-X Heat Shield tip work?

The Heat Shield tip is engineered to resist the extreme friction-generated heat that occurs at high velocity during flight. By maintaining its shape, the tip preserves the bullet's ballistic coefficient and ensures consistent trajectory performance. At close range, velocity drives expansion; at distance, the tip collapses inward to initiate controlled mushrooming.

What game is this ammunition suitable for?

The Precision Hunter 28 Nosler with 162 grain ELD-X is designed for mid-sized to large game hunting across a wide range of distances. The dual-mode expansion design makes it effective from short range through long-distance applications beyond 400 yards.

How many rounds come in a box?

Each box contains 20 rounds.