338 Lapua Ballistics From Common Ammo Makers

You discovered our in-depth look at 338 Lapua Magnum ballistics from major ammo manufacturers.

338 Lapua Ballistics Charts

VOR-TX 280 Grain LRX BT

Precision Match 300 Grain OTM BT

Federal Gold Medal 250 Grain SMK

Gold Medal 300 Grain SMK

Hornady Custom 240 Grain CX

Match 250 Grain BTHP Match

Precision Hunter 270 Grain ELD-X

Match 285 Grain ELD Match

Prvi Partizan (PPU) Match 250 Grain FMJBT

Rifle Line 250 Grain FMJBT

Rifle Line 250 Grain HPBT

Supreme 250 Grain SMK HPBT

Sellier & Bellot Precision Rifle 250 Grain HPBT

Precision Rifle 300 Grain HPBT

Administrative Note: The information above is provided by ammo manufacturers. Actual ballistics obtained with your firearm can vary considerably from advertised ballistics. Also, ballistics can vary from lot to lot with the same brand and type. When manufacturers’ ballistic data were unavailable, they were calculated using a ballistic calculator.

338 Lapua Trajectory Chart

A bullet’s trajectory is its flight path. Shooters measure trajectory in inches of bullet drop, milliradians (MIL), or minute of angle (MOA). We use inches of drop in this article.

A flatter trajectory is preferred for long-range shooting because it requires fewer adjustments to compensate for bullet drop. The 338 Lapua is a favorite among long-distance shooters for its flat trajectory. When zeroed in at 200 yards, a 250 grain bullet will only drop about -38″ at 500 yards.

Here is a sample 338 Lapua Magnum bullet drop chart to give you a sense of the cartridge’s trajectory.

Note: The preceding chart is an example of one 338 Lapua load. Actual ballistic performance varies depending on bullet weight, lot, barrel length, and environmental conditions.

338 Lapua Velocity

Muzzle velocity is the rate at which a bullet exits the barrel, measured in feet per second (fps). Typically, a longer barrel produces a higher muzzle velocity, as the extra length gives exploding propellant more time to exert its energy against the base of the projectile.

You can expect 338 Lapua muzzle velocities to range from about 2,580 fps to 2,995 fps, depending on bullet weight and barrel length. The 338 Lapua’s high muzzle velocities contribute to its flat trajectory and high striking energy.

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