The commercially successful .338 Lapua Magnum cartridge has functioned as the parent case for the .300 Lapua Magnum, which is essentially a necked-down version of the .338 Lapua Magnum.

The 338 Lapua is a centerfire rifle cartridge developed during the 1980's for military snipers but is now loved by precision long-range shooters. The final development of the .338 Lapua …

Jul 11, 2025 · The 338 Lapua Magnum is a favorite among long-range shooters and military snipers. This powerful round continues to dominate the precision rifle world. Whether you are …

During the 1980’s a .338 caliber sniper cartridge appeared, sometimes referred to as the mystery sniping cartridge (Gun Digest 1986). Later it would be officially adopted by Lapua as the .338 …

Mar 28, 2025 · The .338 Lapua is a powerhouse of a long-range cartridge. Let's explore the best .338 Lapua Rifles and see how they rank.

Jun 1, 2023 · The .338 Lapua Magnum fills the gap between weapons chambered in standard military cartridges like 7.62x51 or .308 Winchester and the large, heavy rifles firing 50 BMG. …

Sep 30, 2025 · However, the big question is which .338 Lapua rifle is the best? In this article, we’ve carefully researched five exceptional rifles that chamber .338 Lapua rounds.

Aug 17, 2025 · The 338 Lapua Magnum is a powerful ammunition round known for its long-range capabilities. While it’s often associated with snipers and long-range shooting, it is also suitable …

The 338 Lapua was developed back in 1983 but it wasn't until the later 1990's that it gained in popularity and started to become more widely used. The cartridge was designed to arrive at …

The 338 Lapua Magnum (also known as 338 Lapua Mag or 338 LM) is an excellent cartridge for extremely long-range shooting. It has been used by the military as well as for long-range …