subject: Why 338 Lapua Rifles Is Used For Extreme Target Range [print this page] The 338 lapua magnum is also popularly referred to as the 8.6x70 mm or the 8.5x70 mm centerfire cartridge that is used for target at extreme range and especially in the sniper and military firearms. It is an extremely combat proven ammunition that was developed in the year 1982. The 338 Lapua Magnum is capable of delivering high ballistic bullets up to 3000 feet in every second. The 338 lapua rifles are being used by hunters and long-range shooters as well now. Among the high profile nations using this ammunition include the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Germany and France.
The design of this cartridge is able to handle higher operating pressure and the bullets reach out to great distances making it a favorite of the coastal guards as well. Targeting off shore enemy vessels have become an easier task now. 338 lapua magnum also a great record in sniper kill. The sniper rifle system guns of the Accuracy International are chambered to fire this ammunition. The Accuracy International AW Series of rifles effectively fires the AW Magnum or the .300 win mag and .338 Lapua mag calibers. This rifle is also popularly known in the military market as the AW .308 rifle. The AW .308 is a classic rifle with high grade steel flat bottom, has a protective finish and is among the first choices made by elite snipers around the world.
AX338 lapua is another acclaimed Accuracy International rifle that fires the 338 lapua ammunition. It is sold at various online gun and firearms store. This is a reliable long range rifle. This bolt action gun has a forend rail system for supporting accessories and night sights, features superb accuracy and is a rugged model.
Other than Accuracy International, the early adoption of 338 lapua was done by Barrett and Sako. Sako TRG 42 model and Barrett guns are presently among the largest selling 338 lapua rifles. The Barrett 98B model is also a high performance sniper rifle firing the 338 Lapua Magnum. It is a precision rifle that is built for the purpose of long-range shooting and has 10-round detachable magazine columns. It is also a pleasure to shoot with this sniper system rifle that has unique features like the rear monopod and forward bipod. The mounting rail allows substantial use of optics and accessories. It also has a shooter-adaptable design with genuinely in action.
