Views: 26 Oct 8, 2017 #7 Broz LRO Owner~Editor~Long Range Hunting Specilist. For someone who needs a durable and sturdy sniper rifle, your search is over. Even with a 12lb (5.4kg) rifle (scope, base, rings and cartridges included) the recoil against the shooter's shoulder is measured at 100ftlbf (140J). This gives you accurate shots that match rifles with larger barrels. You can expect the XPR to give you top quality accuracy with only a reduced muzzle velocity. At these ranges, telescopic sights have a greater advantage than open sights. .338 Lapua is horrendously expensive to shoot (hunting ammo starts at roughly $80 per 20) and so is anything with Weatherby in its name (.300 Weather by starts at roughly $70 per 20). Weatherby also designed a line of high-velocity magnum cartridges, like the .270 Weatherby Magnum, the .300 Weatherby Magnum, the .378 Weatherby Magnum and the .460 Weatherby Magnum. Bullets available for the .460 Weatherby Magnum range from 300600-grain (1939g). Featuring a fluted No. Match grade barrel makes it highly accurate, Wide range of color options to choose from, KeySlot mounting technology gives you plenty of space for mounting accessories, Multi-caliber magazine lets you switch from the stock .338 ammo, Long length 26-inch Carbon-steel barrel aids accuracy, Tunable AccuTrigger lets you adjust set the tuning of the trigger, Bolt-Action rifle which features a one round capacity, Bolt of the rifle can stick when reloading at times, One cartridge capacity reduces versatility of the rifle, Ambi mag release lets you change mags easily, Match grade trigger provides fluid firing motion, Muzzle velocity might be lower than rifles with larger barrels, 26-inch barrel made of carbon steel, aids durability, Tunable AccuTrigger lets you adjust accord to your preference, Bolt action rifle with one round magazine capacity, Muzzle brake with built in tunable compensator, One cartridge capacity might seem like a limitation to some shooters, Bolt action might get stuck when reloading, All round adjustable components let you decide how you want this rifle, Multi-caliber magazine allows you to switch from the stock .338 to other rounds, Adjustable trigger allows you to switch from single to a two-stage release, Overall length of the rifle is large which can be a limitation in terms of maneuvering, 28-inch barrel provides great muzzle velocity, Muzzle brake reduces the recoil to a more controllable level, LXX semi-automatic trigger gives you a more fluid firing motion, Doesnt Feature a multi-caliber magazine, Customizable body gives you more flexibility, Overall length of the rifle makes it hard to maneuver quickly, Only allows you to fire the stock .338 rounds. Although there are other guns within the same caliber range, they tend to be longer and heavier when compared to the .338 Lapua rifle. [4], The .460 launches a 500-grain (32g) bullet at a chronographed velocity of 2,700ft/s (820m/s) from a 26-inch (660mm) barrel, measuring 8,100ftlbf (11,000J) of muzzle energy. [6], However, Weatherby was not the first cartridge designer to neck up the .378 Weatherby Magnum to .45 caliber (11.6mm). You can google 30-378 vs 338 lapua and 338-378 vs 338 lapua so on and so on. [11] Currently Weatherby provides .756 inches (19.2mm) of freebore for the .460 Weatherby in the Weatherby Mark V rifle. The Lapua has a slight advantage in that it isnt a belted case like the big Weatherby is. But Lapua is only a little powerful, with much more availability! Even just the new brass is $75/ box. .338 - 378 Weatherby Magnum.338 Marlin Express.338 RUM (Remington Ultra Magnum).338 Weatherby RPM (Rebated Precision Magnum).340 Weatherby Magnum.348 Winchester; 9 x 21; 9 x 23 Winchester.357 / 44 Bain & Davis.357 Herrett.35 Remington.350 Remington Magnum.356 Winchester.358 Norma Magnum.358 Shooting Times Alaskan.358 Winchester.38 Long Colt The rifles are ruggedly build to perform well with hard recoiling cartridges such as the .460 Weatherby Magnum, .500 A-Square, .577 Tyrannosaur. When the 9 lug Weatherby bolt action and LXX trigger come together, this precision rifle will provide you with one of the smoothest shooting experiences in the market. High gloss Turkish walnut stock. . The first rifles for the .460 Weatherby Magnum were built on Brevex Magnum Mauser action. Because of the unique specifications of .338 Lapua Magnum cartridges, a twist rate of at least 1:9" is needed to ensure a flat and stable bullet trajectory..338 Lapua Round . Snipers Hide is a community of Snipers of all kinds, focusing on long range shooting, accuracy, and ballistics. 2021 ShooterHit.com All Rights Reserved, How to Clean a Suppressor? Versatility takes on a new form in terms of this precision rifle, with an innovative foldable stock to encase the bolt. And 210 more fps. Generally, elephants require solid bullets especially when head-shots are taken. That includes their hunting oriented Mark V Accumark as well as their tactically minded TRR. It kicks like a mule. [20], As with other most other cartridges, the Weatherby's performance with mono-metal bullets is slightly poorer than with conventional bullets. When stoked with 300 - 350 grain bullets, it is a giant killer. As performance levels rise, so does the recoil. [54] If once fired cases are to be used in a rifle in other than one it which it had been previously fired full length resizing the cases is the norm. The Ballista by FN is one of the best .338 Lapua rifles and game changers in the rifle industry. Exposure to harsh conditions and wear and tear is a given when it comes to rifles. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. All the over the counter and custom shop rifles are built on the Mark V action which is regarded by many as one of the strongest rifle actions available. Rifle Recoil Table. The cartridge is based on the .378 Weatherby Magnum necked up to accept the .458-inch (11.6mm) bullet. [6] The Federal 215 primer was developed for the .378 Weatherby Magnum cartridge and is the only primer which is generally recommended for use with the .460 Weatherby Magnum cartridge. There's a limit to this when you reach field gun status and obviously it breaches the legitimate realms of a rifle but there are somewhat portable, soldier fired etc anti tank rifles that would could and are about as unreasonable as a 50b. Tournaments and other shooting competitions have started catching the attention of all those competitive shooters that like to be challenged. This power comes at the price of a hefty recoil and heavier rifle, as they were initially . land is given at .450in (11.4mm) and groove is .458in (11.6mm). This next rifle on the list is the Mark V Tacmark Elite by Weatherby. Another fun game of round comparison, this time pitting the ferocious 338-378 Weatherby Magnum and the military favored 338 Lapua Magnum. One . 338 Lapua is a powerhouse. [38] Apart from these companies, several custom rifle maker such as Ballard Arms and Empire Rifles provide custom rifles in this chambering. This primer was created specifically to provide reliable ignition for compressed powder charges in large capacity cases. A few years ago I bought a .338-.378 Weatherby, which I have never shot because the loaded shells run $150/ box! Norma had been loading these bullets to a velocity of 2,700ft/s (820m/s). This was done in order to fill the gap between the 300 Weatherby Magnum and the 378 Weatherby Magnum. of felt recoil with a nine-pound rifle. of water (9.17cm3). Driving these bullets at .460 Weatherby velocities can cause lead to be deposited in the barrel. Bullets ideal for lion or leopard begin with the 300-grain (19g) bullets. At a point of time the .460 Weatherby Magnum was offered for sale as an over the counter item in a few Mark V rifle lines, however, at present it is only available in the Mark V Deluxe. When buying this rifle, you can choose whether you want a five round magazine or a ten round model carrying the stock .338 ammo. [53] A full-length die set is available from Hornady Manufacturing. When loaded to its full potential it has more than the required energy necessary to drive 450600-grain (2939g) bullets into the elephant's vital organs from any angle provided that the bullet is up to the task. Investing in the best .338 Lapua rifles can be a perplexing decision because of the many brands that offer rifles with different specialties. The Pendleton muzzle brake is an integral braking system installed by porting the rifle barrel and once cut into the barrel cannot be reversed. To accomplish this design goal, the cartridge case has a capacity able to hold 141.1 gr. With that reduction in barrel length comes some velocity changes compared to our standard 24 barrels. The resulting factory ammunition is about 100ft/s (30m/s) slower than early Weatherby Ammunition. The innovative piston driven design makes use of semi-automatic side charging mechanics to give you minimal recoil and max penetration range. Whether it be for hunting or target practice, people have really begun to invest in such a hobby. Currently ammunition is available from A-Square, Conley Precision Cartridge and Weatherby (Norma) among others. The recoil of the .460 Weatherby Magnum is severe. If youd have picked up a catalog from Cabelas 5 or 10 years ago, you wouldnt have seen any 338 Lapua rifles listed but you may have seen the Weatherby. ", "Does Weatherby have an accuracy guarantee? Due to the grain size and the weight of the round, the distance covered and the trajectory changes. For long-range challenges and competitions, the 338 Lapua is the best candidate for you. The 338 Lapua has an effective maximum range of 1910 yards. Considering the wide range of firearm manufacturers producing the same caliber rifles, it can be quite confusing to choose the best .338 Lapua rifles for you. [55] However, the .460 Weatherby Magnum was beset by penetration issues from the beginning. 338 Lapua, 30-378 Weatherby 338-378 Weatherby 378 Weatherby 416 Rigby 416 Weatherby 460 Weatherby 470 Nitro Express 500 Nitro Express I am sure I missed a lot but I hope this helps with your next build. sportyg Bonejour Rut - Me worry? Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc, or its affiliates. [5] Norma dropped the velocity of the cartridge to 2,650ft/s (810m/s)[57] while Hornady introduced the mechanically locked-in lead core InterLock bullets[58] in 1980 to improve the terminal ballistics of their bullets. its me that years ago I suggested to Ed Weatherby to build a tactical gun for the 338-378 cartridge , I had reloaded it extensively and it had given me wonderful results both as a speed that as precision. Weatherby Firearms has continued the tradition of high-velocity, flat-shooting cartridges when the company released the 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum in 2016. That 9.5% more capacity does translate into faster speeds. The Mark V action is able to contain 200,000psi (14,000bar) pressure.[36]. The rifle stock is engineered to minimize the felt recoil of heavy recoiling cartridges. The Lapua cartridge , in addition to being aesthetically horrible , was also designed for automatic weapons ( huge body taper ) : it is one of many horrible compromises so prevalent among men ! The increasing popularity of guns have brought about a wide variety of uses for them other than just hunting and target practice. Founded by Frank Galli in 2000, Snipers Hide has been offering informational videos, podcasts, and other support to its users in one location. In recent times, the popularity of this rifle has pushed manufacturers to make ammunition for hunting and casual shooting. With its precise shooting accuracy and long-range excellence, this gun will not disappoint you one bit. There are a large variety of bullets manufactured which are suited for the .460 Weatherby. The .378 Weatherby Magnum family of cartridges which include the .30-378, .338-378, .378, .416 and the .460 Weatherby Magnums use a case similar to the .416 Rigby albeit with a belt added to the case design. The Wby RPM is going to offer slightly less velocity than the Win Mag, especially in the higher weights; but as a plus 4 or 5 down. The biggest advantage that the 338 Edge has over the Lapua and Norma is that it can be safely built on a Savage. The .460 shoots everything well, and most loads extraordinarily. The. The Price for a Weatherby Mark V has decreased in cost by $789.58 in 2023 compared to 2022. .338 WBY RPM Loads Weatherby Select Plus -185-grain Barnes TTSX - muzzle velocity of 3100 fps with a 24" brl Weatherby Select - 225-grain Hornady Interlock - muzzle velocity of 2800 fps with a 24" brl Guns have gained quite a popularity in recent years. So, today we are going to look at some of our top picks for the best .338 Lapua rifles to help you get the right one suited to your needs. Similar to the 111 long range hunter, this rifle comes with a 26-inch barrel made of carbon steel. [18] The .460 Weatherby Magnum, however, averages over 75% greater energy than the .375 H&H Magnum. Having a match-grade trigger is the ideal complement to the .338 Lapura rifle, giving smoother shots and a more accurate shot trajectory. The capability of the .460 Weatherby Magnum to hold flatter trajectories with appropriate bullets provides the cartridge the ability to take African plains game at distances beyond 250-yard (230m) with no holdover adds to the versatility of .460 Weatherby Magnum as an all round African game cartridge. I like the .300 RUM and wish I would have gotten the .338 RUM instead of the big Weatherby. A few hundred feet per second in the barrel can really decrease the barrel life. 300 Weatherby Magnum; 300 Whisper; 300 Win Mag; 300 WSM; 303 British; 303 Savage; 307 Win; 308 Marlin Express . [8], The .460 Weatherby Magnum case uses a necked up .378 Weatherby Magnum case. 340 Weatherby vs 338 Lapua Reloading Weatherby 28.5K subscribers Subscribe 0 1 waiting Premieres Feb 15, 2023 In this video I compare the 340 Weatherby to the 338 Lapua magnum. of energy using an 8.5-pound riflewhich is still enough to knock smaller shooters off their feet. [56], Hornady has since developed the copper-clad steel-encased bonded core DGX and DGS bullets rated for a velocity of 2,600ft/s (790m/s). The included muzzle brake does compliment the 28-inch barrel well enough to minimize the recoil to a more controllable level. ", "Hornady .458 Winchester Magnum 500 gr. I reloaded the 338-378 with very slow Hodgdon spherical powders and I got speeds up to 950 mt/sec . Investing in a rifle requires a lot of thinking and research, but more importantly, it depends on your requirements. 338 Lapua Magnum is typically used in heavier tactical or target rifles such as the PGW Timberwolf, TRG-42, Accuracy International, McMillan TAC-338, Savage 110BA, or Remington MSR but there are a few rifles that could be hunted with. At the 250yd (230m) mark, the .460 Weatherby has enough remaining energy and velocity to make quick kills on elephant. DGS Super Performance", "Norma 460 Weatherby Magnum loaded with Hornady 500 gr. Functionally, it doesnt matter a whole heck of a lot, but it can be a bit more troublesome when it comes to reloading the cases. SAAMI recommends a maximum chamber pressure rating of 65,000psi (4,500bar) while CIP provides a maximum chamber pressure rating of 4,400bar (64,000psi). The 500-grain (32g) Weatherby factory ammunition has a maximum point blank range of 245-yard (224m). Weatherby ammunition is billed as Ultra Velocity Ammunition by Weatherby. 4 barrel for the .460 Weatherby Magnum. It should also be noted that the 338 Lapua has a gentler shoulder that should translate into slightly better feeding. Mark V Deluxe 340, 378, and 460 wby Mark V Accumark 257, 270, 7mm, 300, 340, 30-378, 338-378 . can you please share your loading data?,i have been trying different powders at diverse loads,still not happy with grouping results. Due to the guns kinetic energy build up, this one will still hit the target at even longer distances than that! Although the .378 Weatherby Magnum case was inspired by the .416 Rigby case, it is considered a unique case which has gone on to serve as the parent cartridge of several high performance cartridges. A full-length sizing die reforms the complete body of the case to specification. I. In a similar manner to the .338 Lapua, the .338-378 employs a full .579" diameter case rim rather than a standard magnum rim diameter of .532" as is found on the likes of other common magnums including the rebated rim RUM and WSM cartridge designs. According to Weatherby, the removal of the Accubrake will not change the point of impact. NBK Im an expert reloader and I can state that the belted cartridge case of the 338-378 gave me no problem , as chambering and as head spacing . When you compare the .339 Lapua with the .338 Lapua magnum, you must know that the cartridge is the same in both. The Weatherby has only 10 or so choices in factory loaded ammo.. These days, its very different. That extra 720ft lbs of power, will really shine at the 1 miles/ OR, 1,760 METER MARK. Performance The primary difference between the 338 Win mag and the Lapua is in performance. Weatherby provides a six-groove contour No. The recoil of the .460 Weatherby Magnum presents a problem for many shooters when shooting a cartridge of this size. The Lapua comes with a case capacity of 114.2 gr of water, while the 338-378 Weatherby holds 9.5% more at 125 gr of water. The 26-inch barrel makes good use of the 1/10 twist rate, firing your bullets at a flat trajectory over a long rage. In the early days, the .338 lapua sniper cartridge was made to ground itself on a .378 Weatherby case but was soon altered for more precision and penetration power. .338-378 Weatherby Magnum : 6.5 X 55mm Swedish Mauser .338 Lapua w/Lapua brass: 7-30 Waters .378 Weatherby Magnum : 30 Herret .40-65 Shiloh-Sharps . If you've shot a full-bore .45-70, you know about what the .375 feels like. Being able to shoot from long distances gives you an edge as it gets harder for your target to spot you. The .460 Weatherby Magnum is designed to headspace on its belt. It's a poor mans 50 cal. With its simplistic dark color, this rifle screams danger. Powder manufacturers Accurate Arms, Hodgdon and Norma have also provide reloading data for the cartridge. [19] The wide range of bullet weights available and the ability tailor the performance the .460 Weatherby Magnum gives the cartridge a performance envelope unmatched by most cartridges. [22] Monolithic bullets such as the A-Square Monolithic Solid,[23] Barnes Banded Solid,[24] Supreme Nosler Solid[25] and more conventional tougher FMJ bullets such as the Hornady DGS[26] are good choices as they are able to withstand stresses placed on the bullets by the velocity of the .460 Weatherby Magnum. Neck-sizing cases rather than full length sizing cases can extend the case life of cartridges. The Weatherby Custom Shop does offer the rifle in a few lines such as the Crown Custom, Dangerous Game Rifle (DGR) and the Safari Custom. The cheapest being $110 for (20) rounds! 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