The Hornady V-Match 6.5 Grendel 100-grain Extremely Low Drag-Varmint & Target (ELD-VT) Polymer Tip Brass 20-round box is an advanced centerfire rifle cartridge engineered specifically for long-range varmint eradication, predator control, and match-grade target shooting in both AR-15 platforms and precision bolt-action rifles. A primary friction point when shooting lighter varmint loads in 6.5 Grendel is rapid velocity decay and tip deformation from aerodynamic friction, leading to severe wind drift and sluggish terminal breakup at extended distances. Hornady resolves these trajectory and fragmentation limitations by pairing its precision-drawn reloadable brass cases with the innovative 100-grain ELD-VT bullet, delivering ultra-flat trajectories, match-grade precision, and explosive terminal fragmentation.
The primary technical advantage centers on Hornady’s ELD-VT projectile design paired with a 0.448 G1 ballistic coefficient (0.225 G7 BC). Featuring a Heat Shield® polymer tip that resists aerodynamic heating and deformation, the bullet preserves its crisp meplat throughout flight. The internal structure utilizes a unique air cavity behind the tip combined with a rearward lead core, shifting the center of gravity backward to dramatically enhance gyroscopic flight stability and aerodynamic efficiency. Built with Hornady’s Advanced Manufacturing Process (AMP®) jacket for near-zero wall-thickness variance, the thin-jacketed design guarantees instant, violent breakup upon impact even at extended ranges.
Launching its 100-grain ELD-VT projectile at 2,730 FPS (from a 24-inch test barrel), this V-Match loading optimizes the casing capacity of the 6.5 Grendel to deliver maximum velocity, reduced holdover, and minimal crosswind deflection. Assembled using premium reloadable virgin brass cases, clean-burning propellants, and non-corrosive Boxer primers, it ensures consistent chamber pressure curves, low velocity standard deviations, and smooth, reliable feeding across direct-impingement MSRs and bolt-action precision rifles. It is an outstanding choice for coyotes, prairie dogs, and long-range steel target shooting.
Key Benefits
- ELD-VT Polymer-Tipped Projectile: Combines match-grade aerodynamic efficiency with violent, explosive varmint fragmentation.
- Heat Shield® Tip & Air Cavity: Resists aerodynamic melting while rearward mass distribution enhances gyroscopic flight stability.
- High 0.448 G1 Ballistic Coefficient: Streamlined profile flattens trajectory, minimizes drag, and resists crosswind drift.
- Precision Reloadable Brass Cases: Premium virgin brass ensures uniform chamber sealing, smooth extraction, and long reloadable life.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: 6.5 Grendel | 2,730 FPS Muzzle Velocity (24" Test Barrel) | 0.448 G1 BC / 0.225 G7 BC | Varmint & Target Profile
- Projectile: 100 Grain | ELD-VT (Extremely Low Drag-Varmint & Target) | Heat Shield® Polymer Tip | AMP® Concentric Jacket | Internal Air Cavity
- Case/Primer: Precision-Drawn Virgin Reloadable Brass Case | Non-Corrosive Boxer Primed
- Logistics: 20 Rounds Per Box | Hornady V-Match Series
- Dimensions: Standard 6.5 Grendel Geometry | AR-15 Magazine & Bolt-Action Compatible | SKU: 81521
- Application: Varmint Hunting, Predator Control, Coyotes, Prairie Dogs, and Long-Range Target Practice
- Standards: SAAMI Compliant | Hornady Factory Quality Control Benchmarks
If you're running a 6.5 Grendel platform and need a load that maintains trajectory consistency while delivering predictable fragmentation on small game, this round addresses both flight stability and terminal performance constraints. Get dependable lot-to-lot consistency and verified manufacturing standards from SMKW, a trusted source for precision ammunition.
