Ammo Reports Team
| Official Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hornady |
| Cartridge | 6.5 Creedmoor |
| Product Line | V-Match |
| Bullet Name / Bullet Type | ELD-VT |
| Bullet Weight | 100 gr |
| SKU / Part Number / Item Number | 81504 |
| UPC | 090255815047 |
| Rounds per Box | 20 |
| Muzzle Velocity | 3,200 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 2,274 ft-lb |
| Ballistic Coefficient G1 | 0.448 |
| Ballistic Coefficient G7 | 0.226 |
| Case Material | Brass |
| Primer | Not found |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Test Barrel Length | 24 in |
| Zero Distance | 200 yd |
| Sight Height | Not found |
| Intended Use | Varmint and predator hunting; precision target shooting |
| Product Status | Current |
| Closest Competitors | Hornady Varmint Express 6.5 Creedmoor 95 gr V-Max; Nosler Varmageddon 6.5 Creedmoor 90 gr Flat Base Tipped; Barnes Vor-Tx 6.5 Creedmoor 100 gr TTSX Boat Tail |
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Official Ballistics
Hornady publishes the following data for this exact 81504 load from a 24-inch test barrel with a 200-yard zero. Wind drift is omitted because Hornady does not publish an exact wind table for this product.
| Distance (yd) | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lb) | Trajectory (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 3,200 | 2,274 | -1.5 |
| 100 | 2,978 | 1,970 | +1.2 |
| 200 | 2,768 | 1,702 | 0.0 |
| 300 | 2,568 | 1,464 | -5.7 |
| 400 | 2,376 | 1,253 | -16.8 |
| 500 | 2,192 | 1,067 | -34.0 |
Official Hornady product and ballistics source.
Product Overview
V-Match combines Hornady’s 100 gr ELD-VT bullet with carefully selected propellants and premium components. The Heat Shield tip and AMP jacket support consistent external ballistics, while the thin jacket design is intended for rapid terminal performance on varmints.
Best Uses
- Long-range varmint and predator hunting
- Precision target practice with a light, high-velocity bullet
- Shooters comparing the ELD-VT with conventional polymer-tipped varmint bullets
Reliability Notes
- Use the official 3,200 fps figure as the reference value; actual velocity varies by barrel and conditions.
- Confirm point of impact before hunting because the official trajectory uses a 200-yard zero.
- The reloadable brass case makes the fired case suitable for inspection and reuse by qualified reloaders.
Competitors
| Load | Weight | Bullet | BC (G1) | Muzzle Velocity | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hornady Varmint Express 6.5 Creedmoor 95 gr V-Max | 95 gr | V-Max | 0.365 | 3,300 fps | Higher velocity; lower published BC |
| Nosler Varmageddon 6.5 Creedmoor 90 gr Flat Base Tipped | 90 gr | Flat Base Tipped | Approx. 0.310 | 3,300 fps | Lighter dedicated varmint load |
| Barnes Vor-Tx 6.5 Creedmoor 100 gr TTSX Boat Tail | 100 gr | TTSX Boat Tail | Approx. 0.397 | 3,300 fps | Lead-free hunting alternative |
FAQ
What is the ELD-VT and how is it different from the V-Max?
The ELD-VT (Extremely Low Drag Varmint-Target) combines Hornady’s match bullet technology (Heat Shield tip, AMP jacket, precision manufacturing) with a thin-mouthed jacket designed for explosive fragmentation on varmints. The V-Max uses a standard polymer tip and thinner overall jacket for varmint fragmentation but without match-grade manufacturing precision. The ELD-VT has a higher BC (0.448 vs 0.365) because the Heat Shield tip maintains its shape at high velocity where standard polymer tips deform — producing more consistent BC throughout flight. At close range both fragment explosively; at 400+ yards the ELD-VT’s BC advantage produces significantly better retained velocity and trajectory.
Is this load appropriate for coyotes?
Yes — the ELD-VT is explicitly designed for predator hunting alongside precision competition. The thin jacket mouth combined with the 3,200 fps velocity produces rapid, explosive fragmentation on coyotes at 100–400 yards. The Heat Shield tip enables consistent long-range accuracy that allows confident shots at the extended distances where coyotes often present themselves in open terrain. The International Sportsman field test specifically mentions upcoming coyote hunts using this load.
Why does Midsouth Shooters Supply show 3,000 fps instead of 3,200 fps?
This is a retailer data error. Hornady’s official page shows 3,200 fps from a 24″ test barrel. Independent real-world testing (International Sportsman, Labradar) recorded 3,208 fps average — confirming the 3,200 fps specification is accurate. The 3,000 fps figure at Midsouth is inconsistent with all other sources and does not reflect the load’s actual performance. Always verify against Hornady’s official specifications when retailer data conflicts.
Submit Your Data · Real-World Results
Manufacturer velocity figures are measured under controlled lab conditions — barrel length, temperature, and lot number all affect real-world performance. The data below comes from community submissions tied to specific test conditions and reviewed before publishing.
Once this page reaches 3 approved submissions, aggregate velocity and confidence level will appear here automatically.
| UPC # | Firearm | Barrel (in) | Avg Velocity (fps) | Shots | Temp (°F) | Chronograph | Lot | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 090255815047 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | No data yet |
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Last updated: April 2026 · Data confidence: Low (0 submissions) · MV (3,200 fps) verified against Hornady official and real-world field test (3,208 fps, Labradar). Midsouth Shooters Supply 3,000 fps listing is a retailer data error.
