Rifle
200 grain
338 RUGER COMPACT MAGNUM Ballistics
BC: 0.455 · 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 RUGER COMPACT MAGNUM Overview
The338 RUGER COMPACT MAGNUMis a rifle cartridge firing a 200 grain bullet with a ballistic coefficient of 0.455. At the muzzle, it produces 2950 fps velocity and 3864 ft-lbs of energy.
Ballistics Table
| Distance | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) | Bullet Drop (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 2950 | 3864 | 0.0 |
| 100 yards | 2744 | 3344 | -0.9 |
| 200 yards | 2548 | 2882 | -3.1 |
Performance Analysis
With a muzzle velocity of2950 fpsand muzzle energy of3864 ft-lbs, the 338 RUGER COMPACT MAGNUM is a powerful cartridge suitable for large game at reasonable distances.
The ballistic coefficient of0.455indicates 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 RUGER COMPACT MAGNUM retains 86.4% of its initial velocity and 74.6% of its muzzle energy.
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