Hornady’s 2025 New Ammo Offerings - What’s New & What To Expect
Hornady is back with an exciting new ammo lineup for 2025. And it’s packed with power, precision, and performance.
Whether you’re hunting big game, shooting targets, or prepping for the wild—Hornady has something fresh for you this year.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through each new product and what makes it stand out.
Let’s dive in and see what’s new!
Backcountry Defense: Protection In The Wild
For backcountry enthusiasts, Hornady introduces Backcountry Defense ammunition - reliable rounds that can be life lifesavers in dangerous situations. Designed with the special feature “the DGH™ (Dangerous Game Handgun). These bullets provide maximum penetration and no deflection.
Backcountry Defense bullets provide peace of mind from your favourite backcountry sidearm. Available in popular cartridges from 9mm up to 500 S&W.
Product Features
- Straightline Penetration: The bullet design keeps it straight & powerful. It ensures deep penetration while reducing the chance of deflection.
- Faster Followup: Unlike hard-cast bullets, the jacketed DGH™ bullet doesn't produce lead smoke. So you can quickly spot your target & take a faster follow-up shot.
- Increased Energy: These popular heavy-for-caliber bullets provide increased energy from your favourite backcountry sidearm.
Product Line
| Cartridge | Item # | Bullet Type | Application | Weight |
| 9MM Luger +P | 90268 | DGH™ | Dangerous Games | 138 gr |
| 357 Magnum | 90608 | DGH™ | Dangerous Games | 165 gr |
| 10mm Automatic | 91268 | DGH™ | Dangerous Games | 200 gr |
| 44 Remington Magnum | 90868 | DGH™ | Dangerous Games | 240 gr |
| 454 Casull | 91488 | DGH™ | Dangerous Games | 300 gr |
| 460 Smith & Wesson Magnum | 91558 | DGH™ | Dangerous Games | 300 gr |
| 500 Smith & Wesson Magnum | 92528 | DGH™ | Dangerous Games | 500 gr |
338 ARC: Compact Powerhouse
338 ARC ammunition is specially designed to deliver powerful subsonic performance. It provides 1.5 times more energy than the 300 Blackout subsonic. These bullets are designed for reliable function in both super & subsonic loads. That's why these loads are a solid choice for suppressed shooting or full-power use.
338 ARC uses heavy 307 grain Sub-X bullets for quiet & hard hitting. Also available in 175 grain hollow points for faster & more accurate shooting. So these bullets provide options for different needs & situations.
One of the best things is that it fits in standard AR-15s and small micro‑bolt action rifles.
Product Features
- Optimized for reliable cycling with supersonic and subsonic loads.
- Increased terminal performance with the 307 gr. Subsonic ammo.
- Practical twist rate of 1:8".
Product Line
| Cartridge | Item # | Bullet Type | Application | Weight |
| Hornady BLACK | 82271 | HP Match™ | Target/Match | 175 gr |
| Subsonic | 82272 | Sub‑X® | Target/Match | 307 gr |
6mm GT: Precision For Competitors
Hornady manufactured a 6mm GT for winning precision rifle competitions. It has low recoil, so it's easy to shoot. These bullets are designed to give you great barrel life & top-notch accuracy. The cartridge & chamber were built together for a perfect match.
So Hornay's new 6mm GT means more consistent shooting & better performance in precision rifle competitions.
Product Features
- The 6mm GT was purposefully designed to function perfectly from standard AICS pattern magazines.
- Provide exceptional accuracy, modest recoil, and a competitive advantage.
- Match‑proven competition pedigree – a favourite of the pros.
- Reloadable brass with a small rifle primer pocket
Product Line
| Cartridge | Item # | Bullet Type | Application | Weight |
| 6mm GT Match | 81597 | ELD® Match | Target/Match | 109 gr |
Precision Hunter
Hornady manufactures these Precision Hunter bullets for top accuracy and strong performance. These loads are well known to hit their target with power & precision. The ELD-X bullet is designed to fly far & to hit hard. The powder inside these loads burns clean & evenly.
Hornady Precision Hunter Bullets are great for hunters who need reliable, powerful & accurate shots in any weather or terrain.
Product Features
- ELD-X Bullet with Heat Shield Tip
- Best-in-Class Ballistic Coefficient (BC)
- Match-Grade Accuracy
- Devastating Close-to-Mid Range Performance (0-400 yards)
- Superior Long-Range Performance (400+ yards)
- Works in Any Hunting Situation
- Available as loose bullets or factory-loaded ammo.
Product Line
| Cartridge | Item # | Bullet Type | Application | Weight |
| 22 ARC | 81544 | ELD-X® | Medium Game 50-300 lbs | 80 gr |
| 22 Creedmoor | 83412 | ELD-X® | Coyote, Medium Game 50-300 lbs | 80 gr |
| 25 Creedmoor/span> | 81422 | ELD-X® | Medium Game 50-300 lbs | 128 gr |
Superformance
Hornady’s Superformance ammo sets a new standard for performance. These bullets help to boost your rifle’s speed by up to 200 feet per second. It works with popular bullets like V-MAX®, NTX®, SST®, CX™, and InterLock®. This ammo uses special powders that burn in a smart, steady way. The result is faster, cleaner, and more powerful shots than regular ammo can offer.
Product Features
- Proven Hornady® Bullets like V-MAX®, NTX®, SST®, CX™, and InterLock®
- Uses special Hornady® powders for better speed and power
- Made with best quality cases & primers for strength and reliability
- These bullets provide the best performance because it's fast, accurate, consistent & versatile.
Product Line
| Cartridge | Item # | Bullet Type | Application | Weight |
| 22 ARC Superformance | 81539 | CX® | Medium Game 50-300 lbs | 65 gr |
Hornady’s Other New Product Lines
- 6.5 Grendel 90 gr CX® Custom
- 8.5 X 55 Blaser 185 gr ECX™ Hornady International
Final Words
Hornady's 2025 ammo lineup brings powerful new options for every shooter. From the reliable Backcountry Defense to the precision-focused 6mm GT, there’s something for everyone.
Whether you need ammo for hunting, competition, or tactical use, Hornady has you covered. With cutting-edge features like increased energy, improved accuracy, and versatile loads, these new products are built to perform in any situation.
Ready to take your shooting to the next level? Check out Hornady’s latest offerings at Hornady's official website.
