.338 Lapua Magnum Trajectory Calculator
The .338 Lapua Magnum stands as one of the premier long-range cartridges, originally designed for military and law enforcement applications. These default settings demonstrate its capabilities: a 250-grain bullet with an impressive .670 ballistic coefficient moving at 2,860 fps. With a 100-yard zero, this setup delivers the extended-range precision that has made the cartridge legendary among serious long-range shooters.
At the distances where the .338 Lapua truly excels, environmental conditions become critical factors in achieving precision. Our calculator accounts for every variable that matters at extended ranges. From wind drift calculations to elevation adjustments, you can input detailed atmospheric data and shooting conditions to generate precise firing solutions that match your exact scenario.
The trajectory chart and table below break down this cartridge's performance in 50-yard increments out to 1,000 yards, where the .338 Lapua's superior ballistic performance becomes evident. Want to customize the calculations for your specific load or shooting environment? The Modify Calculation button allows you to input your exact parameters, from atmospheric conditions to wind speed and shooting angle, ensuring precise trajectory data for your particular setup.
.338 Lapua Magnum Trajectory Chart
.338 Lapua Magnum Ballistics Data
| Range (yards) | Elevation (in) | Elevation (MOA) | Elevation (MIL) | Windage (in) | Windage (MOA) | Windage (MIL) | Time (s) | Velocity (fps) | Energy (ft-lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | -1.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 2860.0 | 4541.8 |
| 50 | -0.19 | 0.36 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.05 | 2790.26 | 4323.0 |
| 100 | -0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.11 | 2721.83 | 4113.56 |
| 150 | -0.99 | 0.63 | 0.18 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.16 | 2654.46 | 3912.43 |
| 200 | -3.2 | 1.53 | 0.44 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.22 | 2588.07 | 3719.17 |
| 250 | -6.72 | 2.57 | 0.75 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.28 | 2522.64 | 3533.52 |
| 300 | -11.6 | 3.69 | 1.07 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.34 | 2458.18 | 3355.24 |
| 350 | -17.93 | 4.89 | 1.42 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.4 | 2394.61 | 3183.94 |
| 400 | -25.77 | 6.15 | 1.79 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.47 | 2331.95 | 3019.51 |
| 450 | -35.2 | 7.47 | 2.17 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.53 | 2270.21 | 2861.73 |
| 500 | -46.33 | 8.85 | 2.57 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.6 | 2209.37 | 2710.4 |
| 550 | -59.23 | 10.28 | 2.99 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.67 | 2149.43 | 2565.33 |
| 600 | -74.02 | 11.78 | 3.43 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.74 | 2090.44 | 2426.46 |
| 650 | -90.8 | 13.34 | 3.88 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.81 | 2032.4 | 2293.58 |
| 700 | -109.68 | 14.96 | 4.35 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.88 | 1975.31 | 2166.54 |
| 750 | -130.79 | 16.65 | 4.84 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.96 | 1919.23 | 2045.27 |
| 800 | -154.26 | 18.41 | 5.35 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.04 | 1864.18 | 1929.61 |
| 850 | -180.23 | 20.24 | 5.89 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.12 | 1810.19 | 1819.46 |
| 900 | -208.85 | 22.16 | 6.44 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.21 | 1757.32 | 1714.74 |
| 950 | -240.29 | 24.15 | 7.02 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.29 | 1705.64 | 1615.36 |
| 1000 | -274.72 | 26.23 | 7.63 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.38 | 1655.23 | 1521.29 |