Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
When you zero at 100 yards and engage steel past 600, conventional polymer tips soften from aerodynamic heating, degrading ballistic coefficient and shifting point of impact. Hornady engineered the 224 Valkyrie match ammo with an 88-grain ELD Match projectile that resists tip deformation through supersonic flight, maintaining the 0.545 G1 BC across the trajectory window. This is match-grade ammunition — factory-loaded to benchrest tolerances, built on Boxer-primed brass, and verified with Doppler radar to ensure the advertised BC reflects real-world performance.
Load Profile
The 88-grain ELD Match projectile exits a 24-inch barrel at 2700 feet per second, generating 1424 foot-pounds of muzzle energy. The patent-pending Heat Shield tip forms a consistent meplat from bullet to bullet, eliminating the BC variance caused by melting polymer in flight. Secant ogive geometry and AMP jacket concentricity deliver sub-MOA groups when paired with a free-floated barrel and quality optic. Brass cases are annealed to specification, primer pockets are uniform, and each round is visually inspected before packaging.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 224 Valkyrie |
| Bullet weight | 88 Grains |
| Bullet type | Hornady ELD Match Polymer Tip |
| Muzzle velocity | 2700 Feet Per Second |
| Muzzle energy | 1424 Foot Pounds |
| Rounds/box | 20 Round |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| G1 Ballistic Coefficient | 0.545 |
| Sectional Density | 0.251 |
| Test Barrel Length | 24 Inches |
| Velocity Rating | Supersonic |
| Intended use | Range & Target |
| Manufacturer | Hornady |
This load is purpose-built for 224 Valkyrie ammo applications where retained velocity and predictable wind drift matter — F-Class, PRS Gas Gun, and long-range varmint work from prone. The 88-grain weight keeps the projectile supersonic past 1000 yards at sea level, and the polymer tip initiates expansion on impact when used within ethical hunting distances.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Observe the four universal rules of firearms safety at all times — treat every firearm as if it is loaded, never point the muzzle at anything you are not willing to destroy, keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on target and you have made the decision to fire, and be certain of your target and what lies beyond it.
- Verify compliance with state and local ammunition restrictions before ordering — some jurisdictions regulate bullet composition, magazine capacity, or require permits for ammunition purchases.
- This product contains lead. Wash hands after handling ammunition and components. Pregnant women and children should avoid contact with lead-core projectiles. California Proposition 65 warning applies.
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