Hornady Precision Hunter factory-loaded ammunition in .280 Ackley Improved uses the 162-grain ELD-X bullet with a Heat Shield tip to help maintain ballistic coefficient through flight. Loads are built with uniform, clean-burning propellants for consistent velocities across temperature variations. This cartridge is intended for hunting applications that require high-BC bullets and consistent shot-to-shot performance.
Packaging: Sold per box of 20 rounds. Case quantity is achieved by ordering 10 boxes (totaling 200 rounds per case).
Key Specifications
- The brand is Hornady.
- The cartridge is .280 Ackley Improved.
- The bullet weight is 162 grains.
- The bullet type is ELD-X polymer-tipped.
- The ballistic coefficient is .630 (G1) / .315 (G7).
- The muzzle velocity is 2850 fps.
- The muzzle energy is 2921 ft·lbs.
- The box count is 20 rounds per box.
- The case quantity is 10 boxes / 200 rounds per case.
- The case material is brass.
Factory-loaded and ready to use, this Precision Hunter offering provides a high-BC projectile and consistent loading practices intended to deliver repeatable trajectories and controlled expansion for medium-game hunting scenarios. The combination of ELD-X construction and Hornady’s loading standards makes this a practical choice for shooters seeking match-accurate factory ammunition.
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