Hornady ELD-X 6.5mm .264 143 Grain Bullets (2635) give medium and large game hunters a high BC 6.5mm hunting projectile designed for flat trajectories, controlled expansion, and deep penetration at all practical distances. This 143 grain Extremely Low Drag Expanding bullet suits 6.5mm rifles where you want match-accurate hunting performance from close range out past 400 yards.
Key Features
- Manufacturer part number: 2635
- Caliber: 6.5mm, .264 inch diameter
- Bullet weight: 143 grains
- Bullet type: ELD-X Extremely Low Drag Expanding
- Bullet profile: spitzer boat tail with secant ogive
- Bullet construction: lead core with copper jacket and InterLock ring
- Bullet tip: Heat Shield polymer tip
- Ballistic coefficient (G1): 0.625
- Ballistic coefficient (G7): 0.315
- Sectional density: 0.293
- Intended application: medium and larger game at all practical hunting distances
- Quantity per box: 100 bullets
Special Features
- Heat Shield tip resists aerodynamic heating so the tip keeps its shape, maintaining a high ballistic coefficient over the bullet’s entire flight.
- Secant ogive and optimized boat tail geometry deliver very low drag, giving you match-grade external ballistics in a true hunting bullet.
- Thick jacket shank and InterLock ring keep core and jacket together, providing controlled expansion with strong weight retention at higher impact speeds.
- At extended range, the tip drives back into the nose cavity to start expansion, producing a large mushroom and deep penetration even at lower impact velocities.
- ELD-X construction bridges conventional and long-range hunting roles, performing reliably from close woods encounters to long open-country shots.
Practical Benefits
- Hornady ELD-X 6.5mm .264 143 Grain (2635) fits hunters who want one bullet that handles both close and distant shots on deer, elk, and similar game with the same point of impact.
- The 143 grain weight and .264 diameter profile pair well with common 6.5mm twist rates, helping your loads stay stable, buck wind, and carry energy downrange.
- High BC, controlled expansion, and solid weight retention work together to create broad wound channels and deep penetration, which supports quick, ethical harvests across varied terrain.
- With 100 bullets per box, you can develop a trusted hunting load, verify drops at multiple ranges, and still have enough projectiles for a full season.
- If you want an all-range 6.5mm hunting bullet that blends long-range efficiency with dependable terminal performance, Hornady ELD-X 6.5mm .264 143 Grain Bullets (2635) are a reliable pick for serious medium and large game hunters.
| MANUFACTURER | HORNADY |
| BULLET CALIBER | 6.5MM |