The Hornady Match .338 Lapua Magnum 250 Grain BTHP Match ammunition is a factory-loaded rifle cartridge designed for target and match applications. Each box contains 20 rounds, with every cartridge assembled using components selected and loaded according to Hornady’s stated specifications for consistency.
This load uses a 250-grain Boat Tail Hollow Point (BTHP) Match bullet with a listed sectional density of .312 and a ballistic coefficient of .670 (G1). The bullet design incorporates a boat-tail profile intended to support consistent external-ballistic performance, while Hornady’s Match ammunition uses AMP bullet jackets manufactured to demanding dimensional standards.
Hornady states that components for its Match ammunition are carefully selected for uniformity. Cartridge cases are evaluated for characteristics including wall-thickness consistency, internal capacity, case weight, and wall concentricity. These factors are intended to provide consistent cartridge dimensions and repeatable loading characteristics.
The powder charge is matched to the specific cartridge and bullet combination. Hornady states that powder selection and loading are controlled to provide consistent pressure and velocity. Quality-control procedures include monitoring bullet seating, charge weights, overall cartridge length, and other production tolerances to support lot-to-lot consistency.
Manufacturer ballistic data for this load is based on a 24-inch test barrel. Listed muzzle velocity is 2,860 feet per second with 4,540 foot-pounds of energy. At 100 yards, the published velocity is 2,722 feet per second with 4,111 foot-pounds of energy and a listed trajectory of -1.5 inches. At 200 yards, velocity is listed at 2,587 feet per second with 3,716 foot-pounds of energy and a trajectory of 1.6 inches. At 300 yards, the listed velocity is 2,457 feet per second with 3,351 foot-pounds of energy and a trajectory of 0 inches. At 400 and 500 yards, Hornady lists velocities of 2,331 and 2,208 feet per second, respectively.
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