Rifle
250 grain
338 LAPUA Ballistics
BC: 0.675 · elk, moose, bear, large game
Key Performance Data
Muzzle Velocity
Muzzle Energy
Ballistic Coefficient
Bullet Drop
Velocity & Energy at Distance
Muzzle
100 yds
200 yds
Muzzle
100 yds
200 yds
338 LAPUA Overview
The338 LAPUAis a rifle cartridge firing a 250 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.675. At the muzzle, it produces 2960 fps velocity and 4863 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2960 | 4863 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 2820 | 4414 | -0.9 |
| 200 yards | 2684 | 3999 | -2.9 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of2960 fpsand muzzle energy of4863 ft-lbs, the 338 LAPUA is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.675indicates excellent aerodynamic efficiency for long-range shooting.
Suitable Applications
This cartridge is commonly used for: elk, moose, bear, large game.
Velocity Retention
From muzzle to 200 yards, the 338 LAPUA retains 90.7% of its initial velocity and 82.2% of its muzzle energy.
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