.338 Federal Ammo for Sale
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Federal Fusion, Fed F338ffs2 338fd 200 Fus 20rds
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Fusion Soft Point
Caliber:
.338 Federal
Grains:
200 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$24.99
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Federal Fusion, Fed F338fmsr2 338fd 185 Fus 20rds
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Fusion Soft Point
Caliber:
.338 Federal
Grains:
185 grain
Rounds:
20
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Federal Premium, Fed P338ftt2 338fed 200 Tbvtl 20rds
Brand:
Federal Ammo
Bullet Type:
Trophy Bonded Tip
Caliber:
.338 Federal
Grains:
200 grain
Rounds:
20
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Federal .338 Federal 200gr Trophy Copper Vital-Shok Ammunition, 20 Rounds - P338FTC2
Brand:
Federal
Bullet Type:
Trophy Copper
Caliber:
.338 Federal
Grains:
200 grain
Rounds:
20
Frequently Asked Questions
.338 Federal Ammo for Sale
What is a 338 Federal good for?
.338 Federal excels at hunting elk, deer, and black bear. It delivers more energy than .308 Winchester while maintaining a similar trajectory and fits standard-length actions without requiring a magnum magazine, making it well-suited for lightweight, compact rifles.
Is 338 Federal better than 308?
Neither is objectively better; it depends on your needs. .338 Federal hits harder than .308 Winchester, delivering superior energy for larger game like elk and bear. .308 offers wider ammunition availability and lower recoil. Both are effective on deer-sized game.
How much is a 338 Federal round?
.338 Federal ammunition typically costs between $0.89 and $3.24 per round, with boxes of 20 ranging from roughly $18 to $65 depending on bullet type and manufacturer. Federal offers Fusion and Trophy Bonded Tip variants for big game hunting.
How far will a 338 shoot accurately?
Accuracy depends on which .338 you're shooting. .338 Federal works reliably to 300-400 yards for hunting. .338 Lapua Magnum excels at long range, with skilled shooters achieving sub-MOA groups to 1,200 yards, effective accuracy to about a mile (1,760 yards), and capable shooters pushing beyond 2,000 yards. Rifle quality, ammunition, and shooter skill heavily influence real-world performance.
Who makes a 338 Federal?
Federal manufactures .338 Federal ammunition in Fusion and Trophy Bonded Tip loads. Savage Arms chambers the cartridge in several rifle models. Wilson Combat builds AR-10 rifles in .338 Federal with match-grade barrels.
What is the recoil energy of a 338 Federal?
Recoil energy from .338 Federal depends on rifle weight and load. A 200-grain bullet at 2,700 fps from a typical 8-pound hunting rifle generates roughly 20–22 foot-pounds of recoil energy. Heavier rifles absorb more energy; lighter rifles produce more felt recoil.
What caliber is a 338 Federal?
.338 Federal is a .338-inch (8.6mm) bore diameter cartridge. It is a .308 Winchester case necked up to accept .338-caliber bullets, typically ranging from 180 to 210 grains. It delivers greater energy than the .308 Winchester while fitting in standard short-action rifles.
Are Federal fusion bullets any good?
Federal Fusion bullets are well-regarded for deer and medium game hunting. The molecularly bonded copper jacket delivers consistent expansion and roughly 90% weight retention. Accuracy is reliable, and at around $44 per box, they offer solid value among bonded hunting bullets.