Precision shooters and serious hunters demand ammunition that marries long-range ballistics with consistent terminal performance. This load is engineered to maintain a high ballistic coefficient across the entire flight, resist tip deformation from aerodynamic heating, and deliver predictable expansion on game or in tactical applications.

Hornady Precision Hunter

Precision design and aerodynamic efficiency

The Hornady Precision Hunter 300 Win Mag 178 gr Extremely Low Drag eXpanding 20 Per Box uses a Heat Shield tip that resists aerodynamic heating and retains its shape to preserve best-in-class BC. A streamlined secant ogive and optimized boattail reduce drag, while highly concentric AMP jackets improve accuracy and repeatable flight characteristics. These design elements combine to produce flatter trajectories and reduced wind deflection at extended ranges.

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Terminal performance and retained weight

0–400 yard impacts

At higher velocity impacts inside 400 yards, the 178-grain ELD-style bullet expands progressively throughout its penetration path. The thick jacket shank and strong InterLock ring retain 50–60% bullet weight while forming a large, controlled cavity—ideal for ethical field harvest and reliable terminal effect.

Beyond 400 yards

At longer, lower-velocity strikes the Heat Shield tip drives rearward to initiate expansion, producing a large mushroom with 85–90% retained weight for deep penetration. That dual-mode behavior makes this 300 Win Mag load versatile for both medium and larger game or for precision tactical scenarios requiring dependable barrier performance.

Applications and ballistic considerations

The 300 Win Mag, loaded with a 178 gr extremely low drag expanding bullet, is suited for long-range hunting and precision shooting where retained energy and predictable expansion matter. Shooters should zero and chronograph in their rifles to account for rifle-specific velocity and trajectory variations. Price per 20-round box is $58.99, making it a premium, performance-focused option when consistency is mission-critical.

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