Published: 2024 | Last updated: June 2026
Introduction
Hornady introduced the A-Tip Match in 2019 from its Grand Island, Nebraska facility, positioning it as the company’s most aerodynamically advanced match bullet, building on the engineering lessons from both the discontinued A-MAX (covered elsewhere on this site, where this site’s review flagged its largely discontinued status and successor relationship to the Hornady ELD-M) and the ELD-M itself. Rather than a polymer tip, the A-Tip Match uses a precision-machined aluminum tip, a genuinely distinctive engineering choice within this entire four-bullet comparison category and the basis for the product’s name.
A significant correction to the original article is necessary before going further: the original source material repeatedly frames the A-Tip Match in hunting terms – “Hunting Focus,” “ideal for…target shooting of medium to large targets,” “110gr .243 for targets and small game,” and “ideal for ethical shots.” This is inconsistent with how Hornady actually positions this bullet. The A-Tip Match is, like the Sierra MatchKing, Berger Hybrid Target, and Nosler Custom Competition covered elsewhere on this site, a dedicated match bullet – a non-expanding, lead-core design engineered purely for accuracy and aerodynamic consistency at extreme range, with no terminal performance design goal whatsoever. This is the same correction this site applied to the A-MAX, and it applies with equal force here: match bullets in this entire product category are not designed, tested, or warranted for hunting use, regardless of how impressive their sectional density or BC figures might appear. This rewrite treats the A-Tip Match strictly as the match bullet it actually is, consistent with how this site treats all three of its main competitors.
This completes a four-bullet comparison this site now covers in full across the premium long-range match category. A notable, recurring pattern worth flagging directly: the original article’s stated BC ranges for its three competitors – MatchKing at 0.200-0.600, Hybrid Target at 0.300-0.700, and Custom Competition at 0.250-0.650 – all differ from the figures this site’s own dedicated articles on those three bullets document (0.400-0.700 for the MatchKing, 0.524-0.841 for the Hybrid Target, and 0.220-0.800 for the Custom Competition). This is consistent with a pattern this series has now observed repeatedly across multiple bullet comparisons: competitor figures cited secondhand within one product’s marketing material frequently differ from the figures documented in that competitor’s own dedicated source material. This article treats its own primary subject’s source data (the A-Tip Match’s own BCs) as authoritative for the A-Tip Match itself, while treating the competitor figures cited for comparison purposes with appropriate caution.
The caliber range covers .243-inch through .375-inch, and weight options span 110 to 390 grains per this source, both narrower at the light end and heavier at the top end than several of its three competitors, reflecting the A-Tip Match’s positioning toward mid-to-heavy weight, longer-range applications rather than the lighter PRS-focused weights the MatchKing and Custom Competition extend down to. For trajectory context on the cartridges most commonly paired with this bullet, see the 6.5 Creedmoor ballistics guide and 300 Winchester Magnum ballistics guide.
Disclaimer: Reloading is an inherently dangerous activity. Always consult current published load data from reputable sources (Hornady, Hodgdon, Sierra) before loading any cartridge. Start at the published minimum charge and work up carefully while watching for pressure signs. Never exceed maximum published loads. The information on this page is for educational reference only and does not replace a current reloading manual.
Technical Characteristics
Lead-core construction with AMP jacket: The swaged lead core inside a copper jacket produced through Hornady’s Advanced Manufacturing Process is intended to minimize wall thickness variation for concentricity and weight uniformity, the same manufacturing philosophy this site’s coverage of the A-MAX documented, now applied to Hornady’s current top-tier match offering.
Aluminum-tipped design: This is the A-Tip Match’s defining and genuinely distinctive feature relative to every other bullet in this four-way comparison. Where the Hybrid Target uses a hybrid tangent-secant ogive profile and the MatchKing and Custom Competition use conventional hollow points without any tip, the A-Tip Match uses a precision-machined aluminum tip rather than the polymer tip used in Hornady’s own ELD-M and ELD-X lines. The original article’s claim that this “moves the center of gravity optimally” is a real, specific engineering rationale – aluminum is considerably denser than the polymer typically used for tips, and shifting tip mass forward or adjusting overall center of gravity can meaningfully affect a bullet’s stability characteristics, distinct from the polymer tip’s primary purpose of meplat consistency and aerodynamic shaping alone.
No heat-deformation vulnerability, unlike the discontinued A-MAX: This is a critical distinction worth making explicit, given this site’s coverage of the A-MAX documented a real, manufacturer-acknowledged problem where that bullet’s polymer tip would soften and deform from aerodynamic heating during sustained supersonic flight, degrading effective BC at extended range. An aluminum tip does not share this specific vulnerability – aluminum’s melting point and thermal properties are entirely different from polymer, meaning the A-Tip Match’s BC consistency at extended range should not be subject to the same documented degradation mechanism that led to the A-MAX’s discontinuation in most weights. This is a genuine engineering advantage of the aluminum tip approach, separate from and in addition to whatever raw BC advantage it provides.
Boat-tail profile: Standard for reducing base drag, consistent with every premium long-range match bullet covered in this comparison series.
Long bearing surface and seating-depth sensitivity: The original article’s note about a “long bearing surface” sensitive to seating inconsistencies is consistent with the heavier average weight class of the A-Tip Match’s documented lineup compared to its three competitors, and the specific guidance to “use correct seating stem to avoid damaging the tip” is a genuinely practical, aluminum-tip-specific consideration that does not apply to the same degree to polymer-tipped or non-tipped competitors – a damaged aluminum tip could meaningfully affect both BC and concentricity in a way a more forgiving polymer tip might not.
Velocity range: The stated 2,500-3,500 fps optimal muzzle velocity range matches the figures documented across this entire comparison category.
Ballistics and Performance
G1 BCs from 0.564 to 0.878 per this source are the highest range of any bullet in this four-way match comparison series, and the original article’s claim that these figures “surpass MatchKing” and broadly match or exceed the Hybrid Target is plausible given the A-Tip Match’s documented weight range skewing notably heavier on average than its three competitors, even setting aside the specific cross-source BC discrepancies discussed above.
The 110-grain .243-inch (6mm) at BC 0.585 and SD 0.266 covers 6mm Creedmoor for mid-range competition, and is notably the lightest weight in the entire A-Tip Match lineup – the line does not extend down to the lighter PRS-focused .224-inch weights its three competitors all offer.
The 135-grain and 153-grain 6.5mm variants at BC 0.637 and 0.704 respectively cover 6.5 Creedmoor for mid-range and extended F-Class competition – the 153-grain figure in particular is genuinely excellent, and the original article’s own field test reference (0.2-0.4 MOA at 300 yards with ES/SD under 8 fps) specifically uses this weight, suggesting it may be one of the line’s most field-tested and well-regarded offerings.
The 176-grain .308-inch at BC 0.564 and SD 0.265 is, somewhat counterintuitively, the lowest BC in the entire A-Tip Match table despite not being the lightest weight – this reflects the specific aerodynamic profile at this particular weight and diameter combination rather than any data inconsistency, and is a useful reminder that BC does not scale linearly or predictably with weight alone across different calibers within even a single well-engineered bullet line.
The 230-grain and 250-grain .308-inch variants at BC 0.823 and 0.878 respectively are exceptionally strong figures for .308-inch caliber, intended for 300 Winchester Magnum and similar magnum cartridges in extreme-long-range and F-Class Open competition – the 250-grain figure at BC 0.878 is among the highest BCs documented anywhere in this site’s coverage of .308-inch bullets across any category, hunting or match.
The 390-grain .375-inch at BC 0.838 and SD 0.397, intended for 375 H&H Magnum, is the heaviest weight documented in this entire four-bullet match comparison series, positioned specifically for ELR (Extreme Long Range) competition – a specialized discipline this site has not extensively covered elsewhere, involving shots commonly taken well beyond 1,000 yards and sometimes out to a mile or more.
Accuracy of 0.2-0.4 MOA is the tightest stated specification among all four bullets in this comparison series, edging out the 0.3-0.5 MOA documented for the MatchKing, Hybrid Target, and Custom Competition.
Expert Ballistics Table – Hornady A-Tip Match Variants
Data from Hornady specifications. BCs are G1. Verify current figures at hornady.com before load development.
| Diameter (inches) | Weight (grains) | BC (G1) | Sectional Density | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| .243 | 110 | 0.585 | 0.266 | Mid-range competition in 6mm Creedmoor |
| .264 | 135 | 0.637 | 0.277 | Mid-range competition in 6.5 Creedmoor |
| .264 | 153 | 0.704 | 0.314 | Extended F-Class in 6.5 Creedmoor and 6.5 PRC |
| .308 | 176 | 0.564 | 0.265 | 1,000+ yard targets in 300 Winchester Magnum |
| .308 | 230 | 0.823 | 0.346 | Extreme long-range in 300 Winchester Magnum |
| .308 | 250 | 0.878 | 0.377 | Extreme long-range F-Class Open in 300 Winchester Magnum |
| .375 | 390 | 0.838 | 0.397 | ELR competition in 375 H&H Magnum |
Comparison Bullets
The original article’s comparison set – Sierra MatchKing and Berger Hybrid Target – omits the Nosler Custom Competition, which this site’s dedicated coverage of that bullet has now addressed across all four major competitors in this category.
As discussed in the introduction, this article’s source material cites different BC ranges for all three competitors than this site’s own dedicated coverage of those bullets documents. Specifically: this source states MatchKing at 0.200-0.600 (versus 0.400-0.700 in this site’s MatchKing article), Hybrid Target at 0.300-0.700 (versus 0.524-0.841 in this site’s Hybrid Target article), and Custom Competition at 0.250-0.650 (versus 0.220-0.800 in this site’s Custom Competition article). This is now a well-established pattern across this entire match bullet comparison series and several other bullet categories covered on this site – secondhand competitor citations within one product’s marketing material consistently differ from figures documented in that competitor’s own dedicated source material. Handloaders comparing these four bullets should rely on each bullet’s own dedicated coverage on this site for that bullet’s specific figures, rather than the comparison figures cited within any single article’s marketing material.
The Sierra MatchKing remains the longest-established bullet in this comparison set by a wide margin (over seven decades in production versus the A-Tip Match’s 2019 introduction), with a correspondingly deeper accumulated load data archive, even though its BC trails the A-Tip Match at most comparable weights.
The Berger Hybrid Target is the A-Tip Match’s closest competitor in both raw BC and overall engineering sophistication, both being purpose-built, recently engineered, high-BC designs using a distinct approach to reducing drag and seating-depth sensitivity relative to the more conventional MatchKing and Custom Competition. The original article’s claim that the two are closely matched in consistency at high velocities, while the A-Tip Match shows a modest accuracy edge over the MatchKing, is a believable directional characterization given both bullets’ similarly advanced engineering approach, though as with all such percentage-based comparisons in this series, specific figures should be read as approximate. Handloaders in 338 Lapua Magnum, 6.5-284 Norma, 284 Winchester, or 7mm SAUM seeking comparably high-BC options in those specific calibers should note the A-Tip Match’s current lineup does not extend to any of them, per this source’s documented range.
Comparison Table – Premium Long-Range Match Bullets
| Bullet | Diameter Range | Weight Range | BC Range (per each bullet’s own dedicated source) | Tip Design | Years in Production |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hornady A-Tip Match | .243-.375 | 110-390 gr | 0.564-0.878 | Aluminum | Since 2019 |
| Sierra MatchKing | .224-.338 | 52-300 gr | 0.400-0.700 | None (hollow point) | 70+ years |
| Berger Hybrid Target | .224-.375 | 85-410 gr | 0.524-0.841 | None (hybrid ogive) | Since 2012 |
| Nosler Custom Competition | .224-.338 | 52-300 gr | 0.220-0.800 | None (hollow point) | Not specified |
The A-Tip Match’s aluminum tip is the only construction approach in this four-way comparison that avoids the polymer-tip heat-deformation vulnerability this site’s coverage of the discontinued A-MAX documented, a genuine and meaningful engineering distinction beyond the raw BC figures.
Applications and Practical Aspects
Mid-range competition (6mm and 6.5mm, 110-153 grains): 6mm Creedmoor and 6.5 Creedmoor at these weights cover mainstream PRS and F-Class competition. Hodgdon H4350, Alliant Reloder 16, and IMR 4064 are documented powder choices for 6mm Creedmoor; Hodgdon H4350 and Alliant Reloder 23 for 6.5 Creedmoor. The 6mm GT and 6.5×47 Lapua are additional PRS-popular cartridges some competitors pair with A-Tip Match weights in these calibers, and the 6.5 PRC extends the 153-grain offering’s reach further at longer distances.
1,000+ yard and extreme long-range competition (.308-inch, 176-250 grains): 300 Winchester Magnum at these weights, particularly the standout 230 and 250-grain offerings, addresses F-Class Open and extreme-long-range disciplines where the A-Tip Match’s exceptionally high BC genuinely matters. Hodgdon H4831SC and Alliant Reloder 26 are common choices for 300 Winchester Magnum at these weights. The 300 PRC and 7mm PRC are additional modern magnum cartridges some extreme-long-range competitors pair with heavy, high-BC bullet lineups similar to these A-Tip Match offerings.
ELR competition (.375-inch, 390 grains): This is a genuinely specialized application – ELR (Extreme Long Range) competition routinely involves shots well beyond 1,000 yards, sometimes exceeding a mile, where the exceptional sectional density and BC of the heaviest A-Tip Match offering become directly relevant rather than simply impressive specifications. This is a niche discipline most handloaders covered elsewhere on this site, focused on hunting, PRS, or standard F-Class, will not need to address.
375 H&H Magnum and ELR component sourcing: ELR competition components in 375 H&H Magnum are less commonly stocked than mainstream PRS and F-Class calibers, and handloaders pursuing this specific niche should expect to plan brass and bullet purchases further in advance than for the more widely available calibers covered elsewhere in this comparison.
Not appropriate for hunting: As discussed at length in the introduction, this bears explicit, direct statement given how heavily the original article framed the A-Tip Match in hunting terms. This is a match bullet, not a hunting bullet, regardless of its high sectional density figures. Hunters wanting genuine, tested expansion performance on game should use a dedicated hunting bullet such as the Hornady ELD-X, Barnes TTSX, or any of the dedicated hunting bullets covered extensively elsewhere on this site.
Reloading
Hornady publishes A-Tip Match-specific load data, and as a conventional lead-core match bullet, pressure characteristics are generally standard rather than elevated, the original article’s own framing this site’s review of the data confirms is accurate.
Primers: Standard small or large rifle primers depending on caliber. CCI BR-2 and CCI BR-4 benchrest primers, along with Federal GM205M and Federal GM210M match-grade primers, are commonly used in precision rifle applications with this bullet category. Federal GM205MAR offers a match-grade alternative tuned for AR-platform reliability for handloaders using gas guns rather than bolt-action rifles.
Cases: Premium brass from Lapua, Norma, or Peterson is commonly used in competitive shooting applications where case-to-case consistency directly affects group size and extreme spread. Dedicated case prep equipment and a quality digital powder scale help maintain the consistency competitive accuracy at extended range demands, while a precision bench rest powder measure is a further worthwhile investment for handloaders preparing match ammunition in volume.
Seating depth: Start 0.010 to 0.050 inches off the lands. The aluminum tip’s susceptibility to mechanical damage during seating, specifically flagged by the original article’s guidance to use the correct seating stem, deserves real attention – this is a meaningfully different practical concern than the seating-depth sensitivity discussed for the other three bullets in this comparison, since it relates to physically protecting the tip during the seating process itself rather than purely to accuracy variation from depth changes.
Crimp: Light to medium crimp on the cannelure for semi-automatic or high-recoil rifle applications; generally not needed for standard bolt-action precision rifle use.
Barrel twist: Matching twist rate to the specific bullet weight is essential, particularly given the A-Tip Match’s notably heavy average weight class compared to its three competitors – the heaviest offerings will require correspondingly fast twist rates.
Velocity verification: Chronograph data is standard practice, with the original article’s stated minimum velocity threshold (2,000-2,500 fps) being somewhat broader than the more uniform 2,500 fps figures cited for the other three bullets in this comparison, plausibly reflecting the A-Tip Match’s heavier average weight and correspondingly different stability characteristics at the bottom end of typical engagement velocities.
Powder Selection by Application:
| Application | Caliber | Bullet Weight | Recommended Powders |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-range competition | 6mm Creedmoor | 110 gr | Hodgdon H4350, Alliant Reloder 16, Alliant Reloder 23, IMR 4350, IMR 4895 |
| Mid-to-extended F-Class | 6.5 Creedmoor | 135-153 gr | Hodgdon H4350, Alliant Reloder 23, Alliant Reloder 26, Hodgdon H4831SC |
| Extreme long-range | 300 Win Mag | 176-250 gr | Hodgdon H4831SC, Alliant Reloder 26, Hodgdon Retumbo, IMR 7828 SSC |
| ELR competition | 375 H&H Magnum | 390 gr | Hodgdon H1000, Hodgdon Retumbo, IMR 7828, Hodgdon H380 |
Reloading Parameters Summary:
| Parameter | Guideline |
|---|---|
| Neck tension | 0.002-0.004 inch interference |
| Seating depth | 0.010-0.050 inch off lands; use correct seating stem to protect aluminum tip |
| Crimp | Light to medium for semi-auto/high-recoil; generally not used for bolt-action |
| Minimum stable velocity | 2,000-2,500 fps depending on weight |
| Twist rate | Match precisely to bullet weight; heaviest offerings require fast twist |
| Extreme spread target | Under 8 fps for competitive accuracy |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the A-Tip Match a hunting bullet, as the original article suggests?
A: No, and this is the same important correction this site applied to the discontinued A-MAX. The A-Tip Match is a dedicated match bullet engineered for accuracy and aerodynamic consistency, not for controlled, reliable expansion on game tissue. Hornady maintains entirely separate, dedicated hunting bullet lines specifically because match bullets like the A-Tip Match are not designed for the predictable expansion behavior ethical hunting requires. The original article’s repeated framing of this bullet in hunting terms – “ideal for ethical shots,” suitable for “small game” – does not reflect how Hornady actually positions this product.
Q: This article notes the original source cites different BC ranges for the MatchKing, Hybrid Target, and Custom Competition than this site’s own dedicated articles on those bullets. Why does this keep happening?
A: This reflects a now well-established pattern across this entire match bullet comparison series and several other bullet categories covered on this site. Figures cited secondhand within one product’s marketing or comparison material, describing a competitor’s specifications, consistently differ from figures documented in that competitor’s own dedicated source material or current published catalog. The practical lesson is to always rely on a bullet’s own dedicated coverage and primary source data for that specific bullet’s figures, rather than comparison figures cited within a different product’s marketing material, which appear to be compiled inconsistently or from outdated sources across this product category generally.
Q: How does the aluminum tip actually differ from the polymer tips used in the A-MAX, ELD-M, and ELD-X?
A: The key distinction is thermal and mechanical, not just aerodynamic. This site’s coverage of the discontinued A-MAX documented a real, manufacturer-acknowledged problem where polymer tips would soften and deform from aerodynamic heating during sustained supersonic flight, degrading effective BC at extended range – the issue that led Hornady to develop the Heat Shield polymer tip for the ELD-M and ELD-X. The A-Tip Match’s aluminum tip sidesteps this specific vulnerability entirely, since aluminum’s thermal properties are fundamentally different from any polymer. The tradeoff is that aluminum tips are more susceptible to mechanical damage during the seating process itself, which is why the original article specifically emphasizes using the correct seating stem – a different practical concern than the heat-deformation issue, but one requiring its own careful handling.
Q: Is the A-Tip Match worth its higher price ($0.80-$1.20 per bullet per the original article) compared to the more budget-friendly MatchKing or Custom Competition?
A: This depends heavily on the specific competitive application. For extreme long-range and F-Class Open disciplines where the A-Tip Match’s genuinely exceptional BC figures (particularly the 230 and 250-grain .308-inch offerings) translate into real competitive advantage through reduced wind drift and flatter trajectory at extended distance, the premium price may be justified by performance. For moderate-distance PRS competition where the practical BC gap between competitors matters less, the more budget-friendly MatchKing or Custom Competition may deliver comparable practical results at meaningfully lower cost per round, particularly relevant given how many rounds a serious competitive shooter fires through a season of practice and competition.
Q: Why does the A-Tip Match’s documented weight range not extend down to lighter PRS weights the way the MatchKing and Custom Competition do?
A: This appears to be a deliberate product positioning choice rather than an oversight – the A-Tip Match’s documented lineup specifically addresses mid-to-heavy weight, longer-range applications, starting at 110 grains in .243-inch rather than the lighter .224-inch weights its three competitors all offer, including light-caliber options such as 22 Creedmoor. Handloaders specifically needing a lighter-weight, tipped, high-BC match option in .224-inch should look toward Hornady’s own ELD-M line, which extends to lighter weights than the A-Tip Match’s current documented range.
Q: Is the 390-grain .375-inch A-Tip Match relevant to typical PRS or F-Class shooters, or is this a genuinely niche product?
A: This is a genuinely niche, specialized offering aimed specifically at ELR (Extreme Long Range) competition, a discipline involving shots commonly taken well beyond 1,000 yards. Most handloaders participating in standard PRS or F-Class competition, where typical maximum distances rarely exceed 1,000 yards, are unlikely to need this specific weight and caliber combination. It is included in this article for completeness given the source material documents it, but should be understood as addressing a distinctly different, more extreme competitive niche than the rest of the A-Tip Match lineup or the other three bullets covered in this comparison series.
Conclusion
The Hornady A-Tip Match is Hornady’s current top-tier match bullet, using a precision-machined aluminum tip to achieve the highest BC figures in this site’s four-way comparison of premium long-range match bullets, while genuinely avoiding the polymer-tip heat-deformation vulnerability documented for the discontinued A-MAX. It is, like its three main competitors, a dedicated match bullet rather than a hunting product, despite the original article’s repeated framing to the contrary.
Choose the A-Tip Match if: you compete in extreme long-range or F-Class Open disciplines where its exceptionally high BC figures translate into genuine competitive advantage; you want to avoid the polymer-tip heat-deformation issue documented for the A-MAX; or you specifically need ELR-capable components in 375 H&H Magnum. Handloaders also working with 270 Winchester loads using Alliant Reloder 19 for other rifles in their battery may find similar powder characteristics useful for reference when developing loads in other calibers covered in this comparison series.
Choose something else if: budget is a significant factor in your component selection – the Sierra MatchKing or Nosler Custom Competition offer meaningfully lower cost per round. If you need lighter PRS-focused weights in .224-inch, none of which the A-Tip Match’s current lineup addresses, all three of its competitors extend to lighter weights, or consider the Hornady ELD-M, which extends to lighter weights within Hornady’s own product family. If you want a hybrid-ogive approach to reducing seating-depth sensitivity rather than the aluminum-tip approach, the Berger Hybrid Target is the relevant alternative, or its tactical-application sibling, the Berger OTM Tactical. The Sierra Tipped MatchKing and Nosler RDF round out the broader field of recently engineered tipped match bullets worth comparing alongside this four-way set. If you need a bullet for hunting rather than competition, none of the match bullets in this comparison are appropriate – choose a genuine expanding hunting bullet such as the Hornady ELD-X, Barnes TTSX, or Federal Trophy Copper instead.
Disclaimer: Reloading involves inherent risks. Always use current load data from Hornady or other published manuals. Start below maximum charges and increase gradually. This bullet is designed exclusively for target and competition use, not hunting – it will not perform reliably or ethically on game. Use the correct seating stem to avoid damaging the aluminum tip. Confirm barrel twist rate compatibility before purchasing components for a specific weight. Wear eye protection at all times. The author and myreloading.com are not responsible for injuries or property damage from reloading or shooting handloaded ammunition.
Have you loaded and shot the Hornady A-Tip Match? Leave a comment with your load details: weight, cartridge, powder, charge, and your results in competition or load development. How did it compare to a Sierra MatchKing, Berger Hybrid Target, or Nosler Custom Competition you may have used in the same cartridge?
Editorial note: Originally published 2024, revised June 2026. The update made a significant correction to the original article’s repeated framing of the A-Tip Match as a hunting bullet (“Hunting Focus,” “ideal for ethical shots,” suitable for “small game”) – this is a dedicated match bullet, not a hunting bullet, consistent with how this site treats the MatchKing, Hybrid Target, and Custom Competition. Flagged a now well-established pattern where this source’s cited BC ranges for all three competitor bullets (MatchKing, Hybrid Target, Custom Competition) differ from the figures documented in this site’s own dedicated coverage of those bullets, recommending handloaders rely on each bullet’s primary source data rather than secondhand comparison figures. Added the Nosler Custom Competition to the comparison discussion, completing this site’s four-way match bullet coverage. Explained the genuine engineering distinction between the A-Tip Match’s aluminum tip and the polymer-tip heat-deformation vulnerability documented for the discontinued A-MAX. Added FAQ covering six common questions, including direct treatment of the hunting-suitability correction. Applied full internal linking throughout.
