8.6x70mm (.338 Lapua Magnum)

1989 · Lapua · 1 firearm in catalog

Also known as: .338 Lapua Magnum, .338 Lapua, 8.6x70mm Lapua Magnum

Cartridge specifications

Bullet Diameter8.61 mm (0.339")
Neck Diameter9.46 mm (0.372")
Base Diameter13.82 mm (0.544")
Case Length69.2 mm (2.724")
Overall Length93.5 mm (3.681")
Max Pressure420 MPa (60,916 psi)
Typical Bullet Weight16.2 g (250 gr)
Typical Muzzle Velocity900 m/s (2953 fps)
Typical Muzzle Energy6560 J (4838 ft·lbf)
Primer TypeLarge Rifle Magnum
Cartridge TypeRimless
Introduced1989

Firearms chambered in 8.6x70mm (.338 Lapua Magnum)