What barrel twist rate is required to properly stabilise the Hornady 80 grain ELD-VT bullet?

This bullet requires a minimum 1:8-inch twist rate barrel to achieve proper stabilisation due to its long 1.177-inch overall length. Traditional factory barrels with slower twists, such as 1:10 or 1:9.25, will fail to stabilise this projectile accurately, meaning you should check your rifle specs before reloading.

Can I use the Hornady 80 grain ELD-VT for medium or large game hunting in Australia like deer or pigs?

No, this projectile is engineered for rapid, explosive fragmentation and lacks the deep penetration required for ethically taking medium or large game. It is strictly designed for varmint eradication on pests like foxes, feral cats, wild dogs, and rabbits, or for paper and steel target shooting.

Are there any specific firearms licensing requirements to purchase these reloading components in Australia?

Yes, while these are inert reloading components and do not require electrical compliance or SAA/RCM certifications, they are regulated under Australian State and Territory firearms legislation. Depending on your jurisdiction such as NSW, QLD, or VIC, you may be required to present a valid firearms licence at the time of purchase.

What equipment is recommended for setting up and seating these bullets during the handloading process?

To get started with reloading these .243 calibre components, you will want a reliable single-stage press like the Lee Precision 90045 Reloader Single Stage Press paired with compatible 7/8x14 threaded dies. Using precision tools like the Hornady Lock-N-Load Quick Change Die Bushing 2 Pack can also streamline your press setup for efficient batch reloading.

6mm Varmint Bullets - Hornady 24372

The Hornady 6mm .243 80 gr ELD-VT (Extremely Low Drag - Varmint Target) is a component reloading projectile engineered for flat trajectories, high muzzle velocities, and rapid terminal fragmentation. Built with a 1.177-inch overall length, this 80-grain bullet incorporates an aerodynamic Heat Shield polymer tip and an AMP jacket, separated from the lead core by an internal air cavity. This high length-to-weight design shifts the centre of gravity rearward to maintain match-grade aerodynamic efficiency while enabling high velocity from popular 6mm cartridges, including .243 Winchester, 6mm Creedmoor, 6mm ARC, 6mm GT, and 6mm BR.

Key Features

Heat Shield Tip: Resists aerodynamic frictional heating at high velocities, preventing tip deformation to preserve bullet geometry and trajectory over long flight times.
High Length-to-Weight Architecture: Utilises an internal air gap behind the polymer tip to reduce overall projectile mass to 80 grains while retaining the profile and aerodynamic efficiency of a longer match bullet.
Violent Fragmentation: Drives the polymer tip back into the hollow core cavity upon impact, ensuring explosive expansion and quick energy transfer even at extended ranges and reduced impact velocities.
AMP Bullet Jacket: Advanced Manufacturing Process jacket design delivers virtually zero wall thickness variation and concentricity for consistent precision.

Specifications

Calibre / Bullet Diameter: 6mm / .243 in (0.243″)
Bullet Weight: 80 grains (approx. 5.18 g)
Bullet Overall Length: 1.177 in (approx. 29.9 mm)
Ballistic Coefficient: 0.410 (G1), 0.206 (G7)
Sectional Density: 0.194
Bullet Profile: Boat Tail with Heat Shield tip
Barrel Twist Requirement: Minimum 1:8" twist rate
Quantity: 100 loose component bullets per box
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 24372

Who is the Hornady 6mm 80 Grain ELD-VT Bullet for?

Varmint hunters — Requires explosive terminal fragmentation and flat trajectories for targeting foxes, feral cats, wild dogs, and rabbits at extended ranges, supported by an 80-grain weight and a high G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.410 that maintains velocity downrange.
Long-range precision shooters — Demands high aerodynamic efficiency and low wind drift for ringing steel or paper targets, utilising a 0.243 in diameter profile with a G7 ballistic coefficient of 0.206 that stabilises accurately in 1:8" minimum twist rate barrels.

Less suitable for: Medium or large game hunting, such as deer, pigs, or goats, as the explosive core fragmentation prevents the deep penetration required for ethical harvesting; heavier, controlled-expansion hunting bullets designed for weight retention should be used instead. It is also unsuitable for rifles with slow factory twist rates like 1:10" or 1:9.25", which fail to stabilise the 1.177-inch projectile length and require shorter, flat-base varmint bullets.

SKU	HN42782LP
Model #	24372
Brand	Hornady
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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