338 ARC

2024 · Hornady · 2 firearms in catalog

Also known as: .338 ARC, 338 Advanced Rifle Cartridge

Cartridge specifications

Bullet Diameter8.59 mm (0.338")
Neck Diameter9.2 mm (0.362")
Base Diameter9.6 mm (0.378")
Case Length34.7 mm (1.366")
Overall Length57 mm (2.244")
Max Pressure379 MPa (55,000 psi)
Typical Bullet Weight10.7 g (165 gr)
Typical Muzzle Velocity610 m/s (2001 fps)
Typical Muzzle Energy1990 J (1468 ft·lbf)
Primer TypeSmall Rifle
Cartridge TypeRimless
Introduced2024

Firearms chambered in 338 ARC

Cartridge family

Parent cartridge: .300 AAC Blackout