The Hornady Precision Hunter 7mm WSM 162gr ELD-X load (Hornady part no. 80552) pairs a short, fat magnum case with Hornady’s flagship hunting bullet for shooters who want long-range accuracy without sacrificing terminal performance. The ELD-X bullet uses Hornady’s heat-resistant polymer tip to maintain a high ballistic coefficient at all practical hunting ranges, while its bonded construction delivers controlled expansion and reliable weight retention on game. Precision Hunter is built for the hunter who wants match-grade accuracy and dependable killing power in the same box of rifle ammunition.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 7mm WSM, a short, fat magnum cartridge built for flat-shooting reach without a long action.
• Loaded with a 162-grain bullet, a solid all-around weight for big game at extended range.
• Uses the Hornady ELD-X bullet, featuring a heat-resistant polymer tip and bonded core for controlled expansion.
• Packaged 20 rounds per box, sold 10 boxes to a case for hunters stocking up before the season.
• Part of Hornady’s Precision Hunter line, built to combine match-grade accuracy with dependable hunting terminal performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the ELD-X different from a standard hunting bullet? Its heat-resistant polymer tip holds up under high-speed friction to maintain accuracy at extended range, and the bonded core keeps the jacket and lead together for controlled expansion.

What is this cartridge built for? The 7mm WSM delivers magnum performance in a short-action rifle, well suited to big game at extended range.

Buy the Hornady Precision Hunter 7mm WSM 162gr ELD-X Ammo

A hunt at real distance calls for a bullet that holds its accuracy and still does its job on impact, and ELD-X is built for exactly that. Load up before the season gets away from you. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.