Description

Hornady Match 300 PRC 225gr ELD Match — 500 Rounds

The Hornady Match 300 PRC is the reference match load for the .300 Precision Rifle Cartridge.

A 225-grain ELD Match bullet at 2,810 fps with G1 BC 0.777 — the highest ballistic coefficient of any load reviewed on this site.

At $1.88 per round for 500 rounds, the Hornady Match 300 PRC is precision rifle competition ammunition in a cartridge Hornady designed around this exact bullet.

Why G1 BC 0.777 Matters

G1 BC 0.777 means this bullet retains velocity and resists wind deflection more effectively at distance than virtually any other factory rifle load available. In practical terms:

A bullet with G1 BC 0.777 drifts less in a 10 mph crosswind at 1,000 yards than a bullet with G1 BC 0.625 (the highest in the 6.5 PRC category).

It drops less between 500 and 1,000 yards and arrives with more retained velocity — the Hornady Match 300 PRC delivers this at 500 rounds per case.

The .300 PRC was designed by Hornady around the 225-grain ELD Match bullet — which is not an adaptation — it is the load the cartridge was built to fire.

The ELD Match Bullet at This Weight

At 225 grains in .30 caliber, the ELD Match achieves G1 BC 0.777 through a very long ogive — hence the extended overall length the .300 PRC was designed to accommodate.

The Heat Shield tip and AMP jacket complete the design.

Heat Shield tip. Resists aerodynamic deformation in flight, maintaining the published BC through the trajectory. Hornady verifies the G1 BC 0.777 on the Hornady Match 300 PRC with Doppler radar.

AMP jacket (Advanced Manufacturing Process). Near-zero variation in jacket wall thickness produces consistent BC and in-flight stability from round to round and lot to lot.

Hornady Match loading. Carefully selected brass checked for wall thickness uniformity, internal capacity, case weight, and concentricity. Powder matched to the specific load for optimal pressure, velocity, and consistency.

Full Ballistic Data

• Muzzle velocity: 2,810 fps
• Muzzle energy: 3,945 ft-lbs
• G1 BC: 0.777
• G7 BC: 0.391
• Sectional density: 0.339
• Application: Match, target, long-range precision

This Is a Match Load, Not a Hunting Load

The ELD Match bullet in the Hornady Match 300 PRC is not designed for terminal expansion on game.

It is a target bullet engineered for BC consistency and precision accuracy — for paper, steel, and competition scoring.

For .300 PRC hunting loads, browse the .300 PRC ammunition category. Cartridge specifications are published by SAAMI and by Hornady directly. Safe storage guidance is available from the NSSF.

Specifications

• Caliber: .300 PRC
• Bullet: 225 grain, ELD Match (Heat Shield tip, AMP jacket)
• Muzzle velocity: 2,810 fps
• Muzzle energy: 3,945 ft-lbs
• G1 BC: 0.777
• G7 BC: 0.391
• Sectional density: 0.339
• Application: Match, target
• Lead free: No
• Cartridge case: Brass, reloadable
• Primer: Centerfire
• Quantity: 500 rounds (25 × 20-round boxes)
• Hornady SKU: 82162

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SHORT DESCRIPTION (above Add to Cart)

Hornady Match .300 PRC. 225-grain ELD Match with Heat Shield tip and AMP jacket. 2,810 fps, 3,945 ft-lbs, G1 BC 0.777, G7 BC 0.391, SD 0.339. Highest BC load on this site. Doppler-verified ballistics. Brass case, reloadable. Hornady SKU 82162. 500 rounds (25 × 20-round boxes). Match/target load — not for hunting. Not lead-free.

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💬 Before You Go — Competing With .300 PRC?

Running Hornady Match in your .300 PRC? Leave a review with your SD numbers and the competition distances you’re shooting. Real ballistic data from the field — especially at 1,000+ yards — is what drives the next .300 PRC purchase decision. And if you came looking for a load we don’t carry, tell us. 🎯

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Please purchase and use ammunition responsibly and in accordance with all federal, state and local laws. Ammunition cannot be shipped to all jurisdictions — verify legal shipment to your address before ordering. Buyers must be of legal age in their jurisdiction. ELD Match bullets may be subject to hunting restrictions in some states. Not for sale to prohibited persons.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes G1 BC 0.777 exceptional? G1 BC 0.777 means the bullet retains velocity and resists wind drift more effectively at distance than virtually any other factory rifle load. By comparison, the 6.5 PRC Hornady Precision Hunter (the highest BC in that category) has G1 BC 0.625. The difference is meaningful at 800–1,000+ yards.

Why .300 PRC for long-range competition versus 6.5 Creedmoor or 6.5 PRC? Larger caliber enables heavier bullets with more sectional density and energy. At 1,000+ yards, the .300 PRC’s 225-grain ELD Match retains more energy and drifts less than comparable 6.5mm loads. The trade is a heavier rifle, more recoil, and higher per-round cost.

Is this a hunting load? No. The ELD Match is not designed for terminal expansion. For .300 PRC hunting loads, see other products in the .300 PRC category.

What is G7 BC and why does it matter? G7 BC (0.391) applies to boat-tail bullets at long range and is a more accurate predictor of external ballistics past 500 yards than G1. Most modern ballistic calculators use G7. Hornady provides both.

Is it lead-free? No — conventional lead-core match construction.

Can I reload the brass? Yes — Hornady brass, Boxer-primed. The .300 PRC is a relatively new cartridge; confirm brass compatibility with your sizing dies.

How many rounds is 500? 25 × 20-round boxes.

What’s the per-round cost? $940 / 500 = $1.88 per round.