Barnes .338 Lapua Ammo for Sale
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Barnes Bullets Precision 300 gr Open Tip Match Boat Tail .338 Lapua Mag Ammo, 20/box - 30728
Brand:
Barnes
Bullet Type:
OTM BOAT TAIL
Caliber:
.338 Lapua Mag
Capacity:
20
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
300 grain
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Barnes Bullets VOR-TX 280 gr LRX Boat Tail .338 Lapua Mag Ammo, 20/box - 30727
Brand:
Barnes
Bullet Type:
LRX Boat Tail
Caliber:
.338 Lapua Mag
Grains:
280 grain
Rounds:
20
Frequently Asked Questions
Barnes .338 Lapua Ammo for Sale
What caliber is a .338 Lapua?
.338 Lapua Magnum fires .338-inch diameter bullets. Developed in the early 1980s for long-range precision shooting, it was designed around 250-grain projectiles. Military snipers and competitive shooters use it effectively at distances beyond 1,500 yards.
How much does a 338 Lapua drop at 1000 yards?
Drop depends on bullet weight, muzzle velocity, and zero distance. A typical 250-grain .338 Lapua Magnum load zeroed at 200 yards drops roughly 263 inches at 1000 yards. Use a ballistics calculator with your specific load for precise figures.
Is 338 Lapua too powerful for deer?
.338 Lapua is overkill for deer in terms of cost and recoil, but meat damage is not necessarily excessive. Hunters report surprisingly clean kills with minimal meat loss when shots are well-placed. Cartridges like .308 Winchester or .300 Win Mag remain better suited for deer hunting overall.
How expensive is a 338 Lapua?
.338 Lapua Magnum ammunition typically costs around $3–$7 per round, with premium loads running higher. Rifles chambered in this caliber generally start around $1,700 and can exceed $5,000 for high-end models. It is one of the more expensive rifle cartridges available to civilian shooters.
Is a 338 Lapua bigger than a 30-06?
Yes. .338 Lapua Magnum has a larger bullet diameter (.338 inch) than .30-06 Springfield (.308 inch). The .338 Lapua also carries significantly more powder and energy, making it more capable at extreme long ranges beyond 1000 yards where .30-06 performance drops off considerably.
What grain bullet is best for a 338 Lapua?
For long-range target shooting, 300-grain bullets (Berger Hybrid, Hornady A-Tip, Sierra MatchKing) offer the best ballistic coefficients. For hunting, 250-grain bullets provide better velocity and terminal expansion. Most shooters find 285–300 grains optimal for general long-range use beyond 1,000 yards.
What is so special about the 338 Lapua?
.338 Lapua Magnum was designed for military snipers needing reliable performance past 1,000 yards. Its heavy bullet, high velocity, and superior ballistic coefficient resist wind drift and retain energy at distances where most cartridges become ineffective. It also handles large game hunting effectively.
How is Lapua pronounced?
Lapua is pronounced "LAP-wah" by the Finnish manufacturer, with emphasis on the first syllable. You may hear "LOP-wah" among shooters, but "LAP-wah" is the pronunciation used in the company's official communications and videos.