Hornady 280 Remington Ammo for Sale
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Hornady Precision Hunter .280 Remington 150gr ELD-X Ammunition, 20rds - 81587
Brand:
Hornady
Bullet Type:
ELD-X
Caliber:
.280 REM
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
150 grain
From:
$36.19
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Hornady Precision .280 Rem 150 Grain Hunter Rifle Ammo
Brand:
Hornady
Caliber:
.280 REM
Rounds:
20
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Hornady Ammo Superformance 280 Rem 139 090255815863
Brand:
Hornady
Caliber:
.280 REM
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Hornady 280 Remington 139gr SST Superformance Ammunition 20rds - 81583
Brand:
Hornady
Caliber:
.280 REM
Rounds:
20
Frequently Asked Questions
Hornady 280 Remington Ammo for Sale
What is the best grain bullet for a 280 Remington?
For deer, 140-150 grain bullets are the most popular and effective choice in the .280 Remington. For elk or larger game, 160-162 grain bullets provide better penetration. The 140-grain load is considered the sweet spot, balancing velocity, accuracy, and terminal performance across most hunting situations.
What is the best ammo for a 280?
For deer, 140-150 grain bullets work best. Federal Premium with Nosler Partitions and Remington Core-Lokt are reliable factory loads. Handloaders favor IMR 4831 or 4350 powder. For elk or larger game, step up to 160-grain bullets for deeper penetration.
Is a .280 the same as a 7mm mag?
No, they're different cartridges. The .280 Remington uses a standard-length case with less powder than the 7mm Remington Magnum. Both fire 7mm bullets, but the Magnum generates higher velocity. Inside 300 yards the difference is minimal; beyond that, the Magnum has a meaningful advantage.
Is a 280 more powerful than a 270?
The .280 Remington edges out the .270 Winchester in velocity, though the margin is small. Both perform similarly for hunting deer and elk. The .280 offers wider bullet selection, while the .270 has more factory ammunition options and slightly less recoil.
Is a 280 good for deer hunting?
Yes, the .280 Remington is excellent for deer hunting. It delivers sufficient energy with manageable recoil, and 140-150 grain bullets perform reliably on whitetail and mule deer at typical hunting distances. Ammunition is widely available from most retailers.
What is the effective range of a 280 Remington?
The .280 Remington is effective to about 500 yards for hunting. Skilled shooters using quality loads can stretch this to 700-800 yards under good conditions. Most hunters keep shots under 300 yards, where the cartridge performs reliably on deer and elk-sized game.