Barnes Precision Match 338 Lapua 300gr – Superb OTM Boat Tail Long Range Ammo, 2600 fps, 20 Rounds

Description

The Barnes Precision Match 338 Lapua 300gr is a long range target load for one of the most capable precision cartridges available. Barnes loads a 300 grain open tip match boat tail bullet to a rated 2,600 fps, producing about 4,504 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. Each box holds 20 rounds.

What Sets the Barnes Precision Match 338 Lapua 300gr Apart

Barnes describes this line as ammunition that delivers exceptional long range accuracy so shooters can send it with confidence. For long range match shooters, that means consistent velocity, uniform bullet seating and a high ballistic coefficient projectile that holds up at extended range.

The OTM design is built for flight, not expansion. A heavy 300 grain OTM bullet carries a high ballistic coefficient, which reduces wind drift and preserves velocity well past 1,000 yards. According to Barnes published ballistics, the load still carries more than 2,000 fps and over 2,700 ft-lbs at 500 yards.

This is a lead-core match bullet. Although some distributor listings flag it as lead-free, Barnes carries a California Proposition 65 lead warning for this product, so it should not be used where lead-free ammunition is required.

Shooting the Barnes Precision Match 338 Lapua 300gr

Extreme long range ammunition demands a matching rifle and optic. Make sure your barrel twist suits heavy 300 grain bullets; most 338 Lapua rifles use a 1:9.4 or 1:10 twist, which handle this weight well. Confirm with your rifle maker.

Recoil from a 300 grain bullet at 2,600 fps is substantial. Most 338 Lapua rifles use a muzzle brake, which dramatically increases blast and noise for the shooter and anyone beside them. Double hearing protection is a good idea on the firing line.

Collect real chronograph data and build a ballistic profile before shooting past 1,000 yards. Small changes in temperature and altitude matter at these distances. Also note that OTM bullets are not designed for reliable expansion, so this is a target load rather than a hunting load.

Barnes Precision Match 338 Lapua 300gr Specifications

• Brand: Barnes
• Line: Precision Match
• Part Number: 30728
• Caliber: 338 Lapua Magnum
• Bullet: 300 grain open tip match boat tail (OTM BT)
• Velocity: 2,600 fps muzzle (manufacturer data)
• Energy: 4,504 ft-lbs muzzle
• 500 Yard Data: 2,044 fps, 2,783 ft-lbs
• Rounds per Box: 20
• UPC: 716876150915

Why Long Range Shooters Choose the Barnes Precision Match 338 Lapua 300gr

For shooters building a 338 Lapua program, this load offers match-grade consistency and a heavy, efficient 300 grain OTM bullet from a manufacturer known for quality control. It suits ELR competition, long range steel and precision practice.

The trade-off is cost. 338 Lapua ammunition is among the most expensive rifle ammunition available, and many shooters eventually handload to reduce cost per round. The Barnes brass is reloadable, which helps offset that expense.

Browse the MAG5 Firearms ammunition selection for more precision rifle loads, and visit Barnes Bullets for full ballistic data.

Store ammunition in a cool, dry place and keep boxes out of direct sun at the range, since heat raises pressure and velocity and can shift your long range impacts.

Who it is for: 338 Lapua Magnum owners shooting at extreme range who want a consistent 300 grain OTM match load. Follow all federal, state and local laws when purchasing and transporting this ammunition.