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About 338 Norma Mag Ammunition
The .338 Norma Magnum was developed in 2008 as a long-range cartridge designed for military and precision shooting applications. It offers similar ballistics to the .338 Lapua Magnum but in a shorter case, allowing for more compact rifles. It is favored for both long-range target shooting and specialized hunting scenarios.
Types of 338 Norma Mag Loadings
- Hollow Point Boat Tail (HPBT): HPBT loadings feature hollow point projectiles with boat tail style bases. These differ from traditional projectiles with flat bases and are well-suited to precision-oriented shooting. Like traditional hollow point loadings, these loadings are also designed to facilitate expansion on impact.
Firearms that Use .338 Norma Mag Ammo
The .338 Norma Mag is typically found in the form of bolt action rifles. These offerings are often optimized for precision work such as long range shooting. Barrett, an iconic firearms manufacturer, is among the producers of firearms in .338 Norma Mag as their MRAD rifle can be had in the caliber.
Use Cases for .338 Norma Mag Ammunition
- Plinking
- Training
- Hunting
- Long-Range Precision Shooting
Popular Brands: 338 Norma Mag Ammo
Caliber Name Variations
- .338 Norma Mag
- .338 Norma Magnum