Achieve Unrivaled Precision with Hornady Match 260 Remington 130gr ELD Match Ammunition

Are you a dedicated precision shooter, a competitive marksman, or simply someone who demands the absolute best from their firearm at extended ranges? Do you find yourself asking, "What ammunition can consistently deliver sub-MOA accuracy?" or "How do I minimize variables to achieve tighter groups at long distances?" Look no further. The Hornady Match 260 Remington 130gr Extremely Low Drag (ELD) Match ammunition, available at DEGuns, is engineered to answer these questions by providing unparalleled consistency and ballistic performance, making it an indispensable choice for serious target shooting and competitive disciplines.

What Makes Hornady Match Ammunition the Choice for Elite Shooters?

The pursuit of precision in long-range shooting is a relentless endeavor, where every single variable can impact the outcome. Hornady, a name synonymous with ballistic innovation and quality for decades, developed its Match line to remove as many of those variables as possible. This isn't just ammunition; it's a meticulously crafted system designed for predictable, repeatable performance.

Hornady understands that true accuracy stems from consistency. From the moment the raw materials are sourced to the final packaging, every step in the manufacturing process of Hornady Match ammunition is subjected to rigorous quality control measures. This obsessive attention to detail ensures that each round performs virtually identically to the last, shot after shot, box after box, and even lot after lot. This consistency is the bedrock upon which world-class accuracy is built, allowing shooters to trust their ballistic data and focus purely on their technique and environmental factors.

The Science Behind Superior Performance: Hornady's ELD Match Bullet

At the heart of this exceptional ammunition lies the 130-grain Extremely Low Drag (ELD) Match bullet. This isn't just any projectile; it represents the pinnacle of modern bullet design and manufacturing.

Key Innovations of the ELD Match Bullet:

• Heat Shield® Tip: Traditional polymer tips can melt and deform due to aerodynamic heating during flight, which negatively impacts the bullet's ballistic coefficient (BC). The revolutionary Heat Shield® tip, a patented Hornady innovation, resists this aerodynamic heating. This ensures that the bullet's form-factor remains perfectly stable throughout its entire trajectory, from muzzle to target. What does this mean for you? A higher, more consistent BC, resulting in less wind drift and drop at extended ranges.
• Optimal Secant Ogive: The ELD Match bullet features an optimally designed secant ogive. This aerodynamic profile minimizes drag, allowing the bullet to retain more velocity and energy downrange. It's a critical factor in achieving flat trajectories and mitigating the effects of crosswinds, which are the bane of long-range shooters.
• AMP® (Advanced Manufacturing Process) Bullet Jackets: The jackets of ELD Match bullets are produced with Hornady's Advanced Manufacturing Process (AMP®). This proprietary process creates virtually perfect concentricity and near-zero wall thickness variation. The result is a jacket that is incredibly uniform, contributing to exceptional bullet balance and stability in flight, directly translating to tighter groups on target.
• Aggressive Boattail Design: The boattail design further reduces drag, especially at trans-sonic and supersonic velocities, helping to maintain speed and stability.

When combined, these features of the ELD Match bullet significantly improve the ballistic coefficient, leading to superior external ballistics. This means less wind deflection, less bullet drop, and more energy delivered to the target, even at extreme distances. For the precision shooter, this translates to predictable trajectories and enhanced hit probability.

Why Choose the 260 Remington Caliber for Precision Shooting?

The .260 Remington (6.5mm) has a storied history as a potent, versatile cartridge, particularly favored in the long-range precision shooting community. While newer 6.5mm cartridges have emerged, the .260 Rem continues to hold its own due to its inherent accuracy, efficiency, and excellent ballistic characteristics when paired with modern, high-BC bullets like the 130gr ELD Match.

• Efficient Case Design: The .260 Remington's parent case (the .308 Winchester) provides a very efficient powder capacity relative to the 6.5mm bullet diameter. This allows for excellent velocities with moderate powder charges, contributing to less recoil and potentially longer barrel life compared to some larger cartridges.
• Outstanding Ballistic Coefficient Potential: The 6.5mm (0.264-inch) bullet diameter is ideal for achieving high ballistic coefficients. The 130-grain weight in .260 Rem provides a superb balance of velocity and BC, making it highly effective at combating wind and gravity over vast distances. A sectional density of .252 indicates excellent penetration and ballistic efficiency for its weight.
• Reduced Recoil: Compared to larger magnum cartridges often used for long-range, the .260 Remington offers significantly less recoil. This is a crucial advantage for precision shooting, as it allows shooters to maintain their sight picture through the shot, spot impacts, and reduce shooter fatigue during extended practice sessions or competitions.
• Proven Track Record: The .260 Remington has a proven track record in various competitive shooting disciplines, including PRS (Precision Rifle Series) and F-Class, where accuracy at long ranges is paramount.

Uncompromising Component Quality and Manufacturing Process

Hornady's commitment to quality extends far beyond the bullet itself. Every component of their Match ammunition is selected and processed to exacting standards:

• Carefully Selected Cases: The brass cases are a critical foundation for consistent ammunition. Hornady meticulously selects cases based on:
  • Wall Thickness Uniformity: Ensures consistent internal volume and strength, leading to uniform pressures and velocities.
  • Internal Capacity: Precisely measured to ensure consistent powder charges and burn rates.
  • Case Weight: Uniform case weight is an indicator of consistent material distribution and overall quality.
  • Consistent Wall Concentricity: Crucial for ensuring the bullet is seated perfectly straight, which is vital for minimizing yaw and wobble as the bullet exits the muzzle, leading to straighter flight.
• Matched Powder Charges: The propellant used in each Hornady Match load is carefully chosen for optimal pressure, velocity, and consistent accuracy with the specific bullet and caliber. Each powder charge is meticulously weighed to ensure minimal variation, contributing directly to extremely low standard deviations (SD) in muzzle velocity, which is a hallmark of truly match-grade ammunition. Lower SD means less vertical stringing at distance, allowing for tighter groups.
• High-Quality Primers: While often overlooked, the primer plays a crucial role in ignition consistency. Hornady uses high-quality primers that provide reliable and consistent ignition, ensuring uniform powder burn from shot to shot.

This comprehensive approach to component selection and assembly results in ammunition that produces a muzzle velocity of 2840 feet per second (fps) and a muzzle energy of 2328 foot-pounds (ft lbs). These figures indicate a potent and efficient load capable of delivering excellent performance downrange.

Ideal Applications for Hornady Match 260 Remington 130gr ELD Match

This ammunition is purpose-built for scenarios where ultimate accuracy is non-negotiable.

• Competitive Shooting:
  • Precision Rifle Series (PRS): The consistency and ballistic advantage of this load make it a favorite for PRS competitors navigating complex stages with varying distances and targets.
  • F-Class: For shooters in F-Class competitions, where the goal is to place every shot into the smallest possible group at very long ranges, the .260 Rem 130gr ELD Match offers the precision needed to excel.
  • Benchrest Shooting: While specialized for extremely short ranges, the principles of consistency that make this ammunition exceptional also apply to benchrest, pushing the limits of rifle accuracy.
• Long-Range Target Practice: For those seeking to hone their long-range shooting skills, this ammunition provides reliable feedback, allowing shooters to accurately assess their technique and ballistic solutions without the added variable of inconsistent ammunition.
• Rifle System Optimization: When building or tuning a precision rifle, using Hornady Match ammunition allows you to truly evaluate the rifle's inherent accuracy potential, rather than masking it with inconsistent factory loads.
• Developing Custom Loads: For reloaders, understanding the performance benchmark set by factory match ammunition like this is invaluable when developing custom handloads. The consistent brass components are also highly desirable for subsequent reloading.

Why Consistency Matters More Than Anything Else

In precision shooting, consistency is king. Imagine shooting a group at 1000 yards. A variation of just a few feet per second in muzzle velocity can translate to inches or even feet of vertical dispersion downrange. Wind deflection, though influenced by the shooter's ability to read conditions, is significantly mitigated by a bullet's high ballistic coefficient and consistent flight path. Hornady Match ammunition reduces these variables, allowing the shooter to focus on mastering their fundamentals: breath control, trigger pull, sight picture, and wind calls.

This ammunition empowers shooters to:

• Achieve Smaller Group Sizes: Consistent performance directly correlates to tighter shot groups.
• Improve First-Round Hit Probability: Critical in competitive scenarios and for ethical long-range hunting (though this is primarily a target round).
• Develop Reliable Ballistic Data: Trustworthy data for trajectory and wind holds is essential for successful long-range engagements.
• Boost Confidence: Knowing your ammunition is performing flawlessly instills confidence in your equipment and your abilities.

Secure Your Supply of Hornady Match 260 Rem 130gr ELD Match

When investing in high-performance ammunition, choosing a reputable supplier is as important as choosing a reputable brand. DEGuns offers the Hornady 260 Remington 130gr ELD Match ammunition in convenient packaging for shooters who demand consistent supply. Each box contains 20 rounds, and for those who require bulk quantities for serious training or competition, cases contain 10 boxes, totaling 200 rounds. This ensures you have ample ammunition to practice, compete, and prove the capabilities of your precision rifle system.

Elevate your shooting experience and unlock your true potential with ammunition engineered for excellence. The Hornady Match 260 Remington 130gr ELD Match is more than just a box of bullets; it's a commitment to precision, consistency, and superior performance on the range.

Hornady Match 260 Remington 130gr ELD Match Specifications

Feature	Detail
Brand	Hornady
Model	Match
Caliber	260 Remington
Bullet Weight	130 Grain
Bullet Type	Extremely Low Drag-Match (ELD-M)
Rounds Per Box	20
Boxes Per Case	10
Casing Material	Brass
Muzzle Velocity	2840 fps
Muzzle Energy	2328 ft lbs
Application	Target Shooting, Competition
Sectional Density	.252
UPC	090255385533
MPN	8553
SKU	22920