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Hornady Match 308 Winchester Ammo 168 Grain Extremely Low Drag Match - 80966
Rated 4.73 out of 5 across over 75 verified reviews and growing, Hornady Match 308 Winchester Ammo 168 Grain ELD-M is a proven option for shooters comparing 308 match ammo. This hornady match 308 load uses a Polymer Tip (ELD-M) bullet, brass case, and Centerfire / Boxer primer, with Hornady’s match-focused construction built for consistency at the range.
Why Shooters Choose Hornady 308 Winchester
- Match ELD-M bullet: The 168 grain Polymer Tip (ELD-M) bullet is designed for match-style accuracy and consistent flight. It is a natural fit for shooters looking at hornady eld match 308 options.
- Heat Shield™ tip: Hornady states the Heat Shield™ tip creates a perfect meplat and helps the bullet outperform BTHP designs. That matters for shooters who want a refined bullet profile for distance work.
- AMP® bullet jacket: The AMP® jacket is part of Hornady’s match bullet design and is used to support worldwide accuracy. It helps make this hornady 308 match ammo a purpose-built precision load.
- Carefully selected brass: Cases are selected for uniform wall thickness and concentricity. Consistent case construction supports repeatable performance from round to round.
- Matched powder charge: Hornady matches powder to the load for optimal pressure and velocity. This 308 168 grain load is rated at 2700 fps with 2719 ft lbs of muzzle energy.
- Lot-to-lot consistency: Tight tolerances and quality control are used to support superior lot-to-lot consistency. That is useful for shooters who want their hornady 308 match results to stay predictable across sessions.
- Packaging choices: Available as a Box of 20 or Case of 200, Hornady 80966 gives shooters a standard box option or a case option for heavier range use.
What Customers Say
This load is rated 4.73 out of 5 across over 75 verified reviews and growing, with over 65 5-star ratings and growing.
This is good accurate ammo i would say. Though out of my Christensen Arms 308 rifle the Federal Gold Medal Match Sierra Match king is more accurate. Still provides good enough accuracy. Great price for this ammo
Stanton S.
One of the most accurate .308 rounds I have tried in several of my rifles. Had some 0.5 MOA groups using a Tikka T3x Ace Target. Just wish the price would come down a little bit.
Jeffrey C.
Very consistent and accurate for factory ammo. Shot out to 1000 yards and held my groups between 5”-6”. I’ll use the brass for reloads to compare.
Todd B.
What is the muzzle velocity of Hornady 308 Winchester 168 grain Polymer Tip (ELD-M)?
This Hornady Match load is rated at 2700 fps. It also carries a listed muzzle energy of 2719 ft lbs.
Is this Hornady Match 308 ammo made for precision shooting?
Yes. Hornady describes this Match line as built for exceptional accuracy and consistency, using ELD-M bullets, AMP® jackets, selected cases, and strict quality control. It is a good fit for shooters shopping hornady 308 match ammo for range or match-style use.
What bullet does Hornady 80966 use?
Hornady 80966 uses a 168 grain Polymer Tip (ELD-M) bullet. The Heat Shield™ tip is designed to create a perfect meplat, and Hornady states this design outperforms BTHP bullets.
What case and primer are used in this hornady eld match 308 load?
This ammunition uses a brass case and a Centerfire / Boxer primer. Brass cases and Boxer primers are common features shooters look for in centerfire rifle ammunition.
How is this 308 Hornady Match ammo packaged?
The verified packaging is Box of 20 or Case of 200. The case option is helpful for shooters who want more of the same hornady 308 168 ELD Match load for range sessions.
Is this the same as hunting ammunition?
This specific product is Hornady Match with an ELD-M bullet, which is generally selected for precision target and match use. If you need hunting ammunition, choose a load specifically labeled for that purpose and confirm it suits your rifle and local requirements.
About Hornady 308 Winchester
Hornady Match 308 Winchester 168 grain ELD-M ammunition is built around a polymer-tipped match bullet, brass case, and Centerfire / Boxer primer. The ELD-M bullet uses a Heat Shield™ tip and AMP® jacket, while the selected cases focus on uniform wall thickness and concentricity.
For shooters comparing hornady 308 eld match loads, this is match ammunition intended for precision range and target work rather than general-purpose plinking. In 308 Winchester, a 168 grain match bullet is commonly chosen by shooters who value repeatable accuracy, clean data gathering, and consistent performance from a centerfire rifle.
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For shooters comparing the 308 Winchester category, this Hornady Match load offers a focused ELD-M option with verified velocity, energy, case, primer, and packaging details. Choose a standard box or case quantity depending on your range plans, and consider bulk ammo when you want more of the same load on hand.
| Field | Details |
| MPN | 80966 |
| UPC | 090255809664 |
| Manufacturer | Hornady Ammunition |
| Platform | Rifle |
| Ammo Application | Target Shooting / Competition |
| Ammo Type | ELD Match |
| Caliber | 308 Winchester Ammo |
| Grain Weight | 168 |
| Quantity Per Package | Box of 20 / Case of 200 |
| Test Barrel Length | Not Provided |
| Muzzle Velocity | 2700 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 2719 ft.lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | Not Provided |
| Case Type | Brass Case |
| Primer Type | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead Free | No |
| Staked Primer | Not Provided |
| Country of Origin | USA |
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