LRO Owner~Editor~Long Range Hunting Specilist. Deer; Big Bear; Sheep / Goat; Moose; Elk; Buffalo / Bison; Dangerous Predators; Anything that can legally be hunted; Performance. Either a Partition, Accubond or Swift A … I get 2890 MV with the 250 Accubond. The Sierra MatchKing 250-grain is probably the best all-around bullet for this cartridge. Jan 8, 2017 #2 My buddy shoots the 285s using: 285 ELDM 96.0 grains R33 Fed 215 primer Not super fast but very consistent . Using the recipe below, the all-copper, 160-gr. Reality is always the final arbiter. -- Townsend Whelen A theory that is good on paper but doesn't work out in real life is a terrible theory. These powders have performed great, and I love the fact that copper de-fouling is “built in”. Guys I will be starting load work up in a few days for my version of the 30-Lapua Improved 40* with a long throat in anticipation of the 245's. A hunting load hurling a 250-grain Nosler Partition clocked 2,940 fps. snowpro440. Officially, the project was to develop a target rifle and cartridge for 1000 yards, but in reality the purpose was more likely to develop a 1500 meter sniper rifle. Related Video: The .338 Lapua is a heavy hitter, so it can be great for a few applications. Until it's changed you can't use your .338 Lapua for hunting thick skinned DG in Africa. Thread starter jarhead1104; Start date Mar 24, 2013; jarhead1104. Instead it has CIP standards, and most companies are currently holding maximum average pressures to around 61,000 psi. I feed my rifle nothing but 300 grain SMK, just because my barrel has 9.3 twist rate. The 338 lapua mag was developed from day one to be a long range target round. The Lapua Scenar bullets are the first choice for superior accuracy. Imagine being able to land a big game target like a deer or an elk. My 2 loads are... 87gr RL-25 2662fps 92gr H1000 2735fps ES 5fps SD 2fps 26'', 9 twist, 3.70 COAL, 35ft above sea level This rifle has been designed for long-range hunting in particular. So if you are truly worried about it buy a .375 RUM instead it's pretty close to a .338 Lapua in power and it's DG legal. Shot lapua 7 times vs 12 in my friends rifle, I stopped at 12 because it wasn't my rifle. Joined Apr 17, 2013 Messages 10,697 Reaction score 2,956 Points 113 Location Foot of the Big Belt Mountains near Townsend MT. Then took same piece of bertram and shot it another 5 times in my 338 AI at my max load. Hunting and long range . I neglected to mention that all shots are fired from the same 338 Lapua Magnum Ackley Improved (the orthodox 40* shoulder) with a 32" Bartlein gain twist (1:9.5-1:8) barrel. Thanks, Dan . The bertram lasted more than twice as many shots. "Only accurate rifles are interesting." If you're going to use RL26 I'd use 90 gn; it's plenty. This competition projectile has a superb track record at mid-range and long range rifle matches and bench rest shooting at an international level. competition and for hunting big game. It’s always exciting to see new reloading products that make things “that much better”. As noted before there are caliber restrictions in certain parts of Africa but with the 338 Lapua and some pre information with your PH you can get a waiver to use the Lapua. The trend has been toward heavier bullets, up to 300-grains; however, for extreme long-range work. The one and only – .338 Lapua Magnum The .338 Lapua Magnum cartridge, or .338 Lapua Mag or .338 LM for short, is the ultimate centerfire rifle cartridge, purpose-built specifically for extremely long ranges. 338 Load Data Now Available to Download for Free One of the hardest things about writing a reloading manual is keeping it current without constantly moving back the print and release dates. G. GoodmansArms Member. Mar 24, 2013 #1 Just aquired a Savage .338 Lapua and curious to hear from those who reload for this caliber. Go. This would be the first time the .338 was put to use in a hunting situation. I've been right up to compression loads in FORMED 338 LMAI cases using RL33--118 gn--without pressure signs, but RL33 isn't the ultimate propellant for <285 gn loads in my experience. In Namibia the .338 Lapua Magnum is legal for hunting Africa's Big five game if the loads have = 5,400 J (3,983 ft lbf) muzzle energy . Both bullets and barrel are treated with hBN. May 4, 2012 #1 Hi Guys, I'm new to reloading. You will get higher velocities with 250 gr. So, how do you keep your manual to date if you continuously release new bullet models? EPIC sniper shot. Reply. BAR R EL Twist P R … Reply. Nov 16, 2018 #2 Mine likes 300 SMK/93 gr RL-33/Fed 215M/Norma or Lapua brass. The 388 Lapua is serviceable for hunting and will get the job done because of its considerable range and power. The 338 Lapua has an effective maximum range of 1910 yards. Most .338 Lapua rifles are fitted with one turn-in-10-inch rifling, while Sako produces a 12-inch twist. I am specifically referring to Lapua & Petersen brass; can't speak about others I haven't used myself. While the .338 LM round has a strong military reputation, it has been used increasingly by both long range hunters and sport […] Posted: Sat Oct 22, 2011 12:51 am . Reaching an agreement, Zimmerbauer obtained chamber drawings for Henry and the project began. 338 Lapua Magnum 270 gr ELD-X ® Precision Hunter ® Item #82313 | 20/Box . Joined Feb 10, 2006 Messages 82 Location Out West. 3.681" 92% 90% 9% 97% 97% 95% 93% 94% 90% 8% 86% 98% 106% 104% 102% 82% 80% 78% 103% 102% 1 0% 96% 94% 92% 102% 1 0% All cartridge measurements are SAAMI maximum and due to variations from manufacturers actual measurements may vary Nosler BAR R EL Length/Make P O W D ER CH G . Lapua’s 250-grain LockBase VLD bullet, and the 250 Scenar, met the 3,000-fps target, generating about 4,890 ft-lbs at the muzzle. In the question of “Is the .338 Lapua Magnum within the ideal range of suitable calibers for grizzly or brown bear hunting?” our answer is: Yes, the .338 Lapua Magnum is A GOOD CHOICE for grizzly or brown bear hunting, under average conditions, from a mid-range distance, with a medium grain expanding bullet, and with correct shot placement. 1 of 2 Go to page. So here is my dilema, I just bought a .338 Lapua Mag, Remington 700, with a Bell & Carlson "Medalist" tactical stock, and a Millet 6 - 25 X 56 LRS scope. bullets, but at the expense of barrel wear. Thanks . In Africa I use either the heavy spire points or the new solid tungsten loads for the 338. Thread starter MDslammer; Start date May 4, 2012; 1; 2; Next. That was my first impression when trying Hodgdon’s CFE-223 and CFE-Pistol powders. Post subject: Re: 338 Lapua HUNTING LOADS. What is the maximum range of a 338 Lapua Magnum rifle? This is an uncompressed full case loading. Problem solved. O.A.C.L. It will certainly work for that, but the military "cool" factor and its demand are what drive the price. Joined: Fri Nov 06, 2009 9:05 pm Posts: 8406 Location: I-5 Lala Land North, Washington State The Lapua is about 100 fps faster than the Weatherby .340 with 250 grain bullets, so is somewhat comparable as far as bullet performance. And doing so from a good 800 to 1,000 yards out. Re: RELOADING FOR 338 LAPUA MAGNUM I just neck size until my 4th firing with Lapua brass then I FL resize, when I load develop I make sure the case is FL resized regardless of how many time I fired the case. Suggested Use. .338 Lapua Load Recipe. With my 338, I use Retumbo and Reloader 25. Suggestions for .338 Lapua Loads. Other 338 Lapua shooters is getting good result with H1000 also. I recently purchased a Sako TRG 42 in a 338 lapua. (.338") MAXIMUM S.A.A.M.I. Been out to the range a few times with some reloads and so far results have been pretty good. The Scenar is an open tip match bullet with a boat tail design, perfect for competetive shooting in a multitude of events. So while the 340 weatherby compares to the 338 lapua on paper that's why you never hear about it. 338 Lapua isn't really considered a hunting cartridge, at least not hunting for 4-legged critters. MDslammer. All major U.S. ammunition manufacturers are offering factory loads, but the cartridge has not been officially adopted by SAAMI. Shooter with his .338 Lapua Magnum rifle makes perhaps the longest confirmed first round hit of a beer can ever recorded! These will properly stabilize all military loads, including various 250-grain bullets. Upon hearing that no further advances had been made, Henry offered to build a .338 Lapua with the help of NZ gunsmith Din Collings using a Brno magnum action, then test the performance of the .338 Lapua as a hunting cartridge. I want to reload for my Savage BA110 .338 Lapua Magnum. S ometimes you do things just because you can (safely). Here are some common uses for a .338 Lapua: Big Game Hunting. It’s a target bullet, so I would not choose it for hunting. PS While Asian Water Buffalo are larger in size they simply do not have the explosive temperament of the African Cape Buffalo. Several .5 - .6 inch groups at 100 yards. I am leaning more towards the 300 grain bullets. Specific details, such as a muzzle brake, 26” match grade barrel, double sling studs and a stock designed for the prone position, guarantee that you will hit your target even from extreme distances. What components and loads have worked best for you ? I have a 3 shot 5 inch group on a steel target at 1000 yards and a 2 shot 7 inch spread on paper at 1000 yards. And it hits hard when it gets there. Accuracy and terminal performance are the cornerstones of Hornady ® Precision Hunter ® factory loaded ammunition. Silver $$ Contributor. Re: 340 Weatherby vs. 338 lapua It was created by Weatherby as an alternative to the 338 win mag hunting load and no one ever developed a match bullet for it. In fact, I just ordered my gear yesterday so please excuse the newbie questions. Joined Jan 3, 2017 Messages 16 Location Central Pa. … Mar 24, 2013 #2 300gr … I have yet to pull the trigger on this rifle but I am hoping to do so this week. The Scenar bullet comes in a vast selection of calibers. Also being an improved version and a single shot, I can seat the bullet further out thereby increasing powder capacity a bit. You’ll be able to accomplish quite a bit when you are situated from a long-range. 338 Lapua Magnum - 180 grain 338 Cal. With SAWC efficiency, the .338 Lapua reaches out to 1700 yards and beyond. Is the 338 Lapua good for hunting? with lightweight hunting bullets. The .338 Lapua Magnum caliber originates back almost forty years to 1982, when the .338/416 cartridge was developed for the United States military purposes. There are a lot of excellent bullets for the .338 Lapua and I found you can’t go wrong with most of them. Lapua’s 300-grain Scenars reach 2,750 fps, carry 5,000 ft-lbs. If you are looking to shoot far, the Sako 85 Long Range rifle serves you well. Use blems that are cheaper (about .30 … Ive pushed 338 lapua brass vs Bertram brass. A case in point: loading the .338 Lapua Mag. Sako - 85 Long Range - 338 Lapua Rifle. LongRange338 Well-Known Member . Tag: 338 Lapua Overview: New Enduron Powders from IMR . Next Last. I would appreciate it very much. 338 Lapua needed a slow burning powder to fully utilized it's full potential. shortthroat. And while 250-grain bullets are considered standard for the .338 Lapua, 300-grain loads are normally considered most effective for extreme long-range shooting. 338 Lapua 285 eldm Rl33 powder. The cheaper PPU brass is fine for barrel breakin. Will I get the same results if I use a different caliber on a Lapua Rifle? Lapua hunting cartridges are loaded with Naturalis®, Mega and Full Metal Jacket bullets, which have been carefully designed and dimensioned for their purpose. Would like to hear about accurate loads from anyone willing to share. Current loads with 300-grain Sierra MatchKings exit at 2,710 fps. Great care has been given by Hornady engineers to develop superior, match-accurate hunting loads that allow the ELD-X ® bullet to achieve its maximum ballistic potential.