Description

Hornady Precision Hunter 7mm-08 Remington 150gr ELD-X — 500 Rounds

The Hornady Precision Hunter 7mm-08 is the premium long-range hunting load in the 7mm-08 Remington category.

A 150-grain ELD-X at 2,770 fps and 2,555 ft-lbs, G1 BC 0.574 / G7 BC 0.289, engineered for consistent terminal performance from close range out to extended hunting distances.

At $1.00 per round for 500 rounds, this is premium ELD-X performance at approximately one-quarter the per-round cost of standard 20-round box retail pricing.

The Heat Shield Tip — Why It Exists

Standard polymer tips are functional at normal velocities and ranges.

At long range, aerodynamic drag generates heat that softens standard polymer tips mid-flight — changing the BC and degrading accuracy and terminal consistency at distance.

The Hornady Precision Hunter 7mm-08 ELD-X uses Hornady’s Heat Shield — a heat-resistant polymer tip that retains its shape through the full flight path.

Verified by Doppler radar, the Heat Shield maintains the published G1 BC of 0.574 from muzzle to target at any practical hunting distance.

Two Expansion Regimes — One Bullet

The ELD-X performs differently depending on impact velocity, ensuring effective terminal performance across the full range spectrum:

0–400 yards (high velocity): The bullet expands continuously through the penetration path. The thick jacket shank and InterLock ring keep core and jacket together, producing 50–60% weight retention and a controlled expansion channel through large game.

400+ yards (reduced velocity): At extended range, the Heat Shield tip drives rearward into the Hornady Precision Hunter 7mm-08 ELD-X on impact to initiate expansion mechanically.

Expansion produces a large mushroom with 85–90% weight retention and deep penetration at reduced impact velocities.

7mm-08 Remington Context

The 7mm-08 Remington is the .308 Winchester case necked to 7mm — compact and efficient, with .308 recoil and the BC advantage of 7mm bullets.

The Hornady Precision Hunter 7mm-08 150-grain ELD-X at G1 BC 0.574 fully exploits that BC advantage for deer, antelope, and elk at hunting distances.

Specifications

• Caliber: 7mm-08 Remington
• Bullet: 150 grain, ELD-X (Heat Shield tip, InterLock, boat-tail)
• Muzzle velocity: 2,770 fps
• Muzzle energy: 2,555 ft-lbs
• G1 BC: 0.574
• G7 BC: 0.289
• Sectional density: 0.266
• Application: Medium game, large game — deer, antelope, elk
• Lead free: No
• Cartridge case: Brass, reloadable
• Primer: Centerfire
• Quantity: 500 rounds (25 × 20-round boxes)

Browse the 7mm-08 Remington ammunition category. Specifications are published by SAAMI and by Hornady directly. Safe storage guidance is available from the NSSF.

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SHORT DESCRIPTION (above Add to Cart)

Hornady Precision Hunter 7mm-08 Remington. 150-grain ELD-X, 2,770 fps, 2,555 ft-lbs. G1 BC 0.574 / G7 BC 0.289 — Doppler-verified. Heat Shield tip maintains BC across full trajectory. Dual expansion regimes: 50–60% weight retention at close range, 85–90% at extended range. Brass, reloadable. 500 rounds (25 × 20-round boxes) at $1.00/round.

⚠️ California Proposition 65 Warning: This product can expose you to lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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💬 Before You Go — Hunting Deer or Elk With 7mm-08?

Running Precision Hunter ELD-X in the field? Leave a review with your rifle, load, distance, and game. Precision Hunter at extended range on deer and elk — documented kills with distance and bullet performance data — is the most useful content in this category. And if you came looking for a 7mm-08 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. Not for sale to prohibited persons. Verify state and local hunting regulations before field use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ELD-X bullet and why does Hornady use a Heat Shield tip? ELD-X (Extremely Low Drag — eXpanding) is Hornady’s long-range hunting bullet. Standard polymer tips soften and deform at the heat generated by aerodynamic drag during long-range flight, which changes the bullet’s BC mid-flight. Hornady’s Heat Shield is a proprietary heat-resistant polymer that retains its shape across the entire trajectory, maintaining the published G1 BC of 0.574 to the target — confirmed by Doppler radar measurement.

What are the two expansion regimes and why do they matter? Terminal performance at close range (0–400 yards) and extended range (400+ yards) requires different bullet behavior because impact velocity differs significantly. At close range and high velocity, the thick jacket shank and InterLock ring allow continuous expansion while retaining 50–60% weight. At extended range and reduced velocity, hydraulic expansion may be insufficient, so the Heat Shield tip drives backward into the bullet to initiate expansion mechanically — producing 85–90% weight retention at the lower impact velocities of long-range shots.

How does the 7mm-08 compare to .308 Winchester for hunting? The 7mm-08 uses the same case as .308, necked to accept 7mm bullets. The result is comparable recoil with the BC advantage of 7mm projectiles — which are inherently more aerodynamically efficient than .30-caliber bullets at similar weights. For hunters who want better long-range BC and flatter trajectories than .308 with similar or less recoil, 7mm-08 is the logical choice.

What game is this appropriate for? Hornady specifies medium and large game — deer, antelope, elk. At 2,770 fps and 2,555 ft-lbs with G1 BC 0.574, the 150-grain ELD-X retains substantial energy downrange for ethical kills on game up to elk at the distances where 7mm-08 is typically used (inside 400 yards from a bolt-action field rifle).

How does the $1.00/round bulk price compare to retail? Precision Hunter 7mm-08 in 20-round boxes typically retails at $3–4/round. At $1.00/round for 500 rounds, this bulk case reduces per-round cost by approximately 70% — a genuine volume discount for hunters who sight in, practice, and stockpile.

Is the brass reloadable? Yes — standard brass, Boxer primer. With G1 BC 0.574, reloaders can work up custom loads for the same ELD-X bullets purchased separately.

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

What’s the per-round cost? $500 / 500 = $1.00 per round.