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300 Winchester Short Magnum (WSM) – Hornady Precision Hunter 200 Grain ELD-X – 20 Round Box
SKU: 82208
UPC: 090255822083
Caliber: .300 Winchester Short Magnum (WSM)
Bullet Type: ELD-X® (Extremely Low Drag – eXpanding), Polymer Tip
Bullet Weight: 200 grains (12.96 g)
Hornady’s Precision Hunter line is engineered for long-range hunting, combining match-grade accuracy with devastating terminal performance. This .300 WSM load features a heavy 200 grain ELD-X bullet with Heat Shield® tip to prevent deformation during flight, ensuring a high ballistic coefficient. Designed for controlled expansion across a wide velocity range, the ELD-X delivers deep penetration and reliable lethality from short to extreme distances.
Packaged in a 20-round box.
Ballistic Data (approximate from 24″ test barrel)
Muzzle Velocity: ~2,820 fps
Muzzle Energy: ~3,534 ft·lb
Range | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft·lb) | Trajectory Drop* |
---|---|---|---|
0 yd | ~2,820 fps | ~3,534 ft·lb | — |
100 yd | ~2,630 fps | ~3,075 ft·lb | ≈ −1.5″ |
300 yd | ~2,290 fps | ~2,327 ft·lb | ≈ −10.8″ |
500 yd | ~1,980 fps | ~1,740 ft·lb | ≈ −31.5″ |
Trajectory based on a 200-yard zero. Actual results may vary depending on rifle, barrel length, and atmospheric conditions.
Technical Specs
Primer Type: Boxer, non-corrosive
Case: Brass, reloadable
Bullet Construction: ELD-X with Heat Shield tip, AMP® jacket, and InterLock® ring
Rounds per Box: 20
Usage
Long-Range Hunting: Designed for ethical shots on game beyond 500 yards
Big Game: Suitable for elk, moose, mule deer, and similar-sized animals
All-Distance Lethality: Performs consistently from short to extreme range
Performance
High ballistic coefficient for superior retained velocity and reduced wind drift
Controlled, high-weight retention expansion
Match-accurate precision and consistent terminal effect
Summary
Hornady’s .300 WSM Precision Hunter 200 Grain ELD-X is the perfect blend of long-range precision and deep-penetrating power. Whether you’re glassing across canyons or stalking through timber, this round delivers the accuracy and lethality hunters need when the shot counts most.