Mastering the Hunt: Unleash Precision and Power with Hornady 130 gr CX .264 Caliber Bullets

For the discerning hunter and precision reloader seeking the pinnacle of terminal performance, ethical harvesting, and extended-range accuracy, the Hornady 130 grain CX™ (Copper alloy eXpanding) bullet in .264 caliber stands as an unparalleled choice. If you're currently researching the best monolithic hunting bullets, exploring lead-free ammunition options, or aiming to elevate your reloading game for medium to large game, then the Hornady CX bullet is engineered precisely for your needs. This advanced bullet is not just a component; it's a testament to cutting-edge ballistic engineering designed to solve common challenges faced by modern hunters: achieving consistent expansion, ensuring deep penetration, and maintaining bullet integrity across a wide range of velocities and distances.

Imagine striking your target with a bullet that delivers devastating, predictable expansion, yet retains virtually all its mass for a clean, ethical pass-through. This is the promise of the Hornady CX. It's purpose-built for those who demand uncompromising performance, whether you're stalking deer in dense woods or engaging elk across vast open plains.

Why Choose Hornady CX Bullets for Your Next Hunt?

In the world of hunting and shooting, questions often arise: "What's the most reliable bullet for elk at 400 yards?" or "How can I ensure my bullet performs consistently even after impacting bone?" The Hornady 130 gr CX bullet provides compelling answers to these critical inquiries. Its design prioritizes several key attributes that directly translate to superior hunting outcomes:

• Unrivaled Terminal Performance: The CX bullet's monolithic copper alloy construction ensures nearly 100% weight retention. This translates to an incredibly stable bullet that channels all its energy into the target, creating deep wound channels and reliable pass-throughs, even on tough game. Unlike traditional lead-core bullets that can fragment, the CX maintains its integrity, minimizing meat damage and maximizing energy transfer.
• Consistent, Controlled Expansion: At the heart of the CX's performance is its innovative Heat Shield® Tip. This advanced polymer tip, resistant to aerodynamic heating, initiates immediate and wide expansion upon impact, even at lower velocities often encountered at extended ranges. This ensures a broad wound cavity for rapid energy dump and humane kills, regardless of the engagement distance.
• Exceptional Accuracy: Precision is paramount for ethical hunting. The streamlined secant ogive profile of the CX bullet, combined with Hornady's legendary manufacturing consistency, contributes to its remarkable ballistic coefficient (.489 G1). This allows for flatter trajectories, reduced wind drift, and superior accuracy, giving you the confidence to make those challenging shots. Optimized groove geometry further enhances accuracy by reducing bearing surface and fouling in the barrel.
• Lead-Free Compliance: With increasing regulations and a growing preference for environmentally friendly hunting solutions, lead-free bullets are becoming essential. The Hornady CX bullet is crafted entirely from copper alloy, making it a perfect choice for hunting in areas with lead-free mandates, or for hunters who simply prefer a cleaner, greener option. This also means no lead fragments in harvested game meat, offering peace of mind to hunters and consumers alike.
• Versatility Across Calibers: While we focus on the potent 130 gr .264 caliber, the CX technology is available across various popular hunting calibers, demonstrating its adaptability and effectiveness for a broad spectrum of hunting scenarios. The 130-grain weight in .264 is particularly well-suited for cartridges like the 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, .260 Remington, and others, offering a perfect balance of speed and knockdown power for medium to large game.

The Engineering Behind the Excellence: Deconstructing the CX Bullet

What makes the Hornady CX bullet a leader in its class? It's a culmination of meticulous design and advanced manufacturing processes, all aimed at delivering predictable and devastating performance downrange.

• Monolithic Copper Alloy Construction: Unlike conventional bullets that fuse a lead core to a copper jacket, the Hornady CX is machined from a single piece of copper alloy. This monolithic structure is the foundation of its strength, ensuring virtually 100% weight retention upon impact. This means the bullet stays together, drives deep, and creates a consistent, destructive wound channel without shedding fragments. This solid construction is why serious hunters trust it for heavy-boned game.
• Heat Shield® Tip Technology: This revolutionary polymer tip serves multiple critical functions. Aerodynamically, it provides a perfect, symmetrical meplat (bullet nose) that resists deformation from aerodynamic heating, maintaining a superior ballistic coefficient for flatter trajectories and reduced wind drift. Upon impact, the tip acts as a wedge, initiating rapid and controlled expansion even at lower velocities often encountered at extended ranges, ensuring the bullet performs reliably whether the shot is 50 yards or 500 yards.
• Optimized Groove Geometry: The CX bullet features precisely engineered grooves around its shank. These grooves serve to reduce the bearing surface of the bullet, minimizing friction and copper fouling in the bore. This not only contributes to enhanced accuracy by reducing pressure spikes and promoting consistent bullet flight, but also makes barrel cleaning easier, maintaining your rifle's precision shot after shot.
• Secant Ogive Profile: This specific bullet profile is engineered for optimal aerodynamics. It's a sophisticated curve that balances ballistic efficiency with reliable feeding into rifle chambers. The result is a bullet that slips through the air with minimal drag, preserving velocity and energy for maximum effectiveness downrange.

Real-World Applications: Where the Hornady 130 gr CX Shines

The Hornady 130 gr CX .264 caliber bullet is an ideal choice for a variety of hunting scenarios and cartridges.

• Deer Hunting: For whitetail, mule deer, and blacktail, the CX provides ample power for clean, swift kills. Its deep penetration ensures that even if you encounter a quartering shot or hit a shoulder, the bullet will reach vital organs.
• Elk and Moose: When pursuing larger, tougher game like elk or moose, bullet integrity and deep penetration are non-negotiable. The 130 gr CX’s monolithic construction and high weight retention are perfectly suited to breaking bone and reaching vitals, delivering the stopping power needed for these magnificent animals.
• Antelope and Bighorn Sheep: For open country hunting where longer shots are common, the CX’s high ballistic coefficient and accuracy become invaluable. Its flat trajectory minimizes holdover calculations, increasing your chances of a successful shot.
• Bear (Black Bear): For black bear, the consistent expansion and penetration of the CX make it a reliable choice, ensuring a humane harvest.
• Compatible Cartridges: This .264 (6.5mm) bullet is designed for popular cartridges such as the 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, .260 Remington, 6.5 Grendel (for specific applications), 6.5-284 Norma, and others. Reloaders can tailor loads to optimize performance for their specific rifle and hunting conditions. For instance, many reloaders find that the 130-grain weight offers an excellent balance of speed and energy in the 6.5 Creedmoor, making it a highly effective all-around hunting load.

Optimizing Your Reloads for Hornady CX Bullets

Reloading with Hornady CX bullets allows you to fine-tune your ammunition for peak performance in your specific rifle. When developing loads, consider:

• Powder Selection: Choose powders that offer efficient burn rates for your chosen 6.5mm cartridge and bullet weight. Always consult reputable reloading manuals like the Hornady Handbook of Cartridge Reloading for safe and effective starting loads and maximums.
• Primer Choice: Match primers to your powder and cartridge for consistent ignition.
• Overall Length (OAL): Experiment with seating depth to find the optimal OAL that provides both excellent accuracy and reliable feeding in your rifle's chamber. The Heat Shield Tip helps ensure consistent OAL and feeding.
• Crimping: A light crimp can help hold the bullet securely in the case, especially important for hunting ammunition that might be subjected to recoil or multiple cycles through the action.
• Chronograph Your Loads: Knowing your actual muzzle velocity is crucial for accurate ballistic calculations, especially for extended-range shooting.

By meticulously crafting your reloads with Hornady 130 gr CX bullets, you unlock a level of precision and confidence that factory ammunition can rarely match.

The Hornady Legacy: A Foundation of Trust and Innovation

Hornady has been a leading name in the ammunition and reloading industry for decades, built on a foundation of innovation, quality, and a deep understanding of ballistic science. When you choose Hornady CX bullets, you're not just buying a product; you're investing in a legacy of excellence. The Hornady team rigorously tests their bullets in real-world scenarios, ensuring that every component meets their exacting standards for performance and reliability. This commitment to research and development means hunters can trust that their ammunition will perform when it matters most.

For hunters prioritizing ethical kills, superior terminal ballistics, and unyielding accuracy, the Hornady 130 gr CX .264 caliber bullet is the definitive choice. Its monolithic construction, innovative Heat Shield Tip, and optimized design make it a standout performer for a wide range of medium to large game, especially where lead-free solutions are required or preferred. Elevate your hunting and reloading experience with the proven power and precision of Hornady CX bullets. You can find these high-performance reloading components and more at DEGuns and deguns.com, your trusted source for premium hunting and shooting supplies.

Product Specifications & Details

Experience the confidence that comes with using one of the most advanced hunting bullets available today. The Hornady 130 gr CX .264 caliber bullet (UPC: 090255261783) is ready to transform your hunting success.

Attribute	Detail
Brand	Hornady
Model	CX
Caliber	6.5mm (.264)
Bullet Weight	130 Grains
Bullet Type	Copper Solid (Monolithic)
Ballistic Coeff.	.489 (G1)
Sectional Density	.266
Application	Medium-Large Game Hunting
Rounds Per Box	50
Internal ID (MPN)	26178
UPC	090255261783