Federal's 200-grain Trophy Bonded Tip ammo leaves the barrel at 2,930 fps, fully 300 fpsfaster than the same bullet from a .338 Federal. So it goes with moose, where the sheer size of these ungulates causes many potential moose hunters to immediately wipe a swath of effective and perfectly suitable cartridges from consideration. .35 Whelen This round has a definite following in Alaska, and is one of friend and colleague Bryce Towsley's favorites. . Hit a bull in the shoulder blade or bone of the hind quarter with a .300 RUM or even a .300 Win. The .338 Federal was designed specifically for hunting North American big game from deer and black bear through moose, although it undoubtedly works just as well on game of similar size worldwide. Rifle offerings in .33 caliber have been around for more than a century, dating back to the .33 WCF from the early 1900s, but it wasn't until Winchester launched the .338 Win. Upper Canyon Outfitters, Snowy Range, Montana. Mag. with a 160-grain bullet. All Federal had to do was enlarge the neck to accommodate .338 bullets and a star was born. The .338 Federal from Wilson Combat is ideal for any medium-large game hunting in North America including trophy wild hogs, elk, moose and bear. in 1958 that this family of cartridges really gained a footing among American hunters. The ELDX gets a bad rap for supposedly blowing apart on impact. grry10. .300 Blackout If they say otherwise, theyre probably lying. On that T&E, I learned a lot about stock design and distribution of rifle weight from muzzle to shoulderchoose wisely. Among the black bears, pronghorns, mountain goats and mule deer were eight typical and eight non-typical whitetails taken in nine different states. Ill confess, I havent worn out any .338s in the field, but had the honor of dropping an elk with a Sako M85 chambered for the then-new 338 Federal. This is based off my extensive loss of bloodshot moose meat and core separation when I used a 200 grain interlock on a moose in a 358 winchester which would be similar. And it does it with a compact, super-efficient package. The last moose I shot with a .300 Win. When selecting ammunition for moose hunting, just make sure that youre using a bullet that will hold together at the velocity your cartridge is shooting. I think the only thing I have loaded for it yet is a 200 gr SST with a BC of .455 it should be a great long range bullet. Mag. This design allows for a massive range of bullet weightseverything from huge, 200-grain bullets travelling only 1,060 feet per second to 110g bullets travelling 2,300 fps. It was a successful wildcat back in the 1970s. J. Scott Rupp takes a first look at the Springfield M1A Loaded rifle chambered in the popular 6.5 Creedmoor. M Murphy Moderator Joined Jan 25, 2005 Messages The variety gives hunters the flexibility to tailor their cartridge to their hunting environment and target game species. Before we dive more deeply into why this cartridge gets no respect, lets outline what it does. 200 grain interlock would be the last bullet i'd choose for hunting in Alaska. This round performs best as loaded from the factory where proprietary powders are used to make it acheive its higher velocities and pressures. brass is everywherejust run the .338 Federal resizing ball through it. .375 H&HHunters do like to bring much bigger rounds to Alaska and Canada in their search for that wall-hanger Bullwinkle. On another hunt, my brother-in-law took a nice buck with a little break-action rifle from about 85 yards using a 125g projectile. If looking to acquire an automated powder-charge dispensing unit to speed up precision reloading, don't judge the RCBS ChargeMaster Lite powder scale and dispenser by its name; the Little Green machine packs a heavy-weight punch with speed and accuracy. Its the truth. in a rifle of similar weight. All Rights Reserved, The .30-06 Springfields European Counterpart. Across a variety of calibers, Ive had excellent results with Hornadys SST over the years. Tips, techniques, and equipment are applied to these classroom discussions on how to become more proficient and successful at making long-range shots while hunting with AR-platform rifles. Ammo Choice: Remington Premier 150-grainSwiftScirocco. Federal polls. At 300 yards the .338 Federal load carries 1,884 ft.-lbs., which pales in comparison to the RCM's 2,358 ft.-lbs. All Rights Reserved. Moose are generally wimps, and you dont necessarily need a heavy magnum rifle to get the job done quickly and efficiently. Mag. In a micro-second that bullet crossed 275 yards -10F air and absolutely floored that elk. Once hunters in the U.S. get to .308, theyre pretty much done. N/A. Just $1 per month , Bigger isnt always better when it comes to picking a cartridge for moose hunting, By Try the new 338 Federal. You also will not need to spend the money on premium bullets. 338 Blog About Methodology The record so far Ratings of Canadian pollsters. But not everyone wants or needs magnum performance. Making this round questionable as an improvement on any medium bore. The bullet passed through the ribs/lungs and left a fist sized hole exiting the animal. To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. . A Potent, Rimmed .30 Caliber Cartridge Does Exist! So why is it so uncommon? Special and .35 Remington have killed a lot of moose in the hands of good hunters (particularly subsistence hunters) who wait for the right angle at short range (within 100 yards). But they also have a reputation for being relatively soft, quick to succumb after getting shot, particularly when compared to their smaller elk cousins. Mag. However, if you do need to reach out there, either of those bullets will give you great penetration. 338 fed/338-06/35W would all be good choices. N/A. .338-06Im writing a new rifle book dedicated to this subject, so you can definitely say Im partial to a round that delivers speed near that of a .338 Win. My 338 Federal is a delight to shoot. The .338 Federal is a reprieve from such nonsense. It either anchors game quickly or inspires a blood trail a blind house cat could follow. If you find that underwhelming, sorry. The truth is, most hunters will capitalize on every advantage they can buy. Its been around a long time and carries some station with just about everyone. at 300 yards when both fire the same 210-grain bullet. Appropriate velocity. As with others on this list, there are lots of great options for moose ammo in the 7mm Rem. Later, I borrowed a delightfully short, light, balanced Kilimanjaro bolt-action in .338 to drop a big Missouri feral hog and a small deer. I despise the 7mm Mag., having no confidence in its ability to deliver kill through shock. http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=264408214, Returning to Alaska: Sitka vs Petersburg vs Wrangell vs Gustavus, Gambell dog walks 166 miles to another town, possibly survives off seals. It is a powerful cartridge that is suitable for hunting a wide range of game animals, including deer, elk, and moose. For ammo, check out Federal's 150g Power Shok cartridge. But, for a very light kicking round, with a hard hitting bullet, this cant be beat. Many will argue about the need to penetrate feet of muscle and bone to kill a moose at any conceivable shot angle. There is nothing flashy about it, but flash doesnt kill big bulls. I have settle for the 338 Federal cartridge because I think this could be the best option for this built. Brass is affordable and widely available. Two years later it was Ruger's turn. I too have purchased a 338 federal in a ruger hawkeye for a short mountain rifle. Arguably, this spot belongs to the 6.555 Swede, but for contemporary practicality, Ill still opt for the Creed. Mag. While the .338 Federal generates recoil levels in the 20 to 25 ft.-lbs. The 338 Federal hiccups just 24.2 foot pounds. Mag. Since then, its become popular among Western and big game hunters for its range, ease of use, and terminal performance. Mag. The .338 Win. The calibers we chose are relatively common and inexpensive, but also panic-proof. Factory ammo is more expensive as well: Comparing the 200-grain loads referenced above, you'll pay about $39 per box for the Federal round and about $57 for the magnum. is the betteralbeit more expensivealternative. Many dont even take it into consideration for deer. 270 Winchester: Better Hunting Cartridge Than 6.5 Creedmoor and 30-06? Two shots at close range, neither 160 gr Barnes TTSX were recovered as they went through the chest broadside. Hornady currently lists four .338 RCM Superformance loads, with bullets ranging from 185 to 225 grains. So why is it so uncommon? Like I stated, I have lots of 250 Hornady round nose bullets. Ammo Choice:Hornady Precision Hunter 143-grain Hornady ELDX. Ive always preferred 150-grain loads in my .30/06, and the moose cant seem to tell the difference. The CZ 600 Trail proved to be a handy rifle that can down game in hard-to-find places, all without alerting everything with fur that you have moved into the woods. You can find rifles of all varieties chambered in .300 Blackout. I think the 338 federal is a fantastic cartridge, also highly underated. About the same as a 30-06. I figure if the magnum will kill like that at over 400 yards the federal should be great in less open country. Its often not a good idea to shoot moose at long distances because of the hellholes they might die in. :think: I have a chance to buy one in a Ruger Hawkeye cheap and am thinging about it but cant really find jack on how people have accepted it on larger game like Moose Bears or Elk so thought I would post this as all I can find from gunwriters reviews is the standard junk of them shooting a pig or tame deer in Texas that weigh about 125lbs . It has taken an unimaginable number of moose and continues to do so. Cartridge information gathered from www.federalpremium.com Comments for Cartridge Sizes .30-06 verses .338 It will handle not only whitetails, but black bears, elk, and moose as far away as anybody is likely to hit them. Maybe a .22LR, .223 Rem., or a .30-06. Changing neck size is standard procedure for iconoclasts who refuse to settle for what the big manufacturers offer. Mag. Whitetail hunting strategies for the next generation. The .338 Federal generates 3,071 ft.-lbs. They make 250-grain and even 300-grain .338 bullets, but both are just too long to get useful velocity out of this short case. Introduced in 1965 with the .444 Marlin cartridge, the Model 444 was the most powerful lever action of its day. at the muzzle. At 300 yards the Federal will drop just 1.5 inches more than the Winchester Magnum. There is a small amount of powder that will burn up inside the barrel and not creating a big muzzle flash and will not loose much fps in a short barrel. The Ruger M77 Guide Gun in .338. Retail prices for the .338 RCM ammunition are slightly higher, though not excessively so: between $1.30 and $1.80 per shot for the .338 Federal and about $2 per shot for the .338 RCM if you're buying factory ammo. of muzzle energy while the .338 RCM is creating 3,850 ft.-lbs. This is our heavyweight for the .338. Mag. I use a 200 gr plain jane bullet with tac powder ( a load i got from handloader magazine) it is a superb round and perfect for any game in alaska as long as good bullet placement is practiced. There are many excellent bullet choices for the .30/06, and most will gravitate toward the 180-grain options. USA (Presidential) France (Presidential) Montreal. Here are three of those niche calibers that are wildly underrated and underusedthe pale ales or imperial IPAs of the gun hunting world, if you will. This cartridge is no longer a flashy new magnum, but it will still cut gravy. case can push its more aerodynamically efficient 180-grain bullet. 338 Blog About Methodology The record so far Ratings of Canadian pollsters . For youth hunters, user-friendly recoil, minimal shot report, and We know you already have a list in mind. Just my thoughts based upon my experiences using a 358Win. This cartridge is based on a necked-up .308 Win., and factory loads are available from 180 to 210 grains. Im not convinced a small increase in bullet diametersay from a .277-inch or .280-inch to a .308-inchmakes a major difference in killing performance, but stepping up to .338-inch should make an impression. If they could be loaded to 2400 fps that would be a marvelous load. Subscriber Services. The .280 AI can push a 120g round about 3,200 fps (about as fast as a typical 55g .223 Rem.) The other rifle, even though much heavier, clocked me so much I couldnt get it shipped back to the manufacturer quickly enough. The new Sako Finnlight II sports an innovative stock and Cerakote metal paired with the terrific 85 action. The .338 Federal is the best deer and elk cartridge you've probably never fired or maybe never heard of. In compact, mild recoiling rifles, it produces performance equal to some of the most proven, popular big game cartridges in America. up close, and its often goodbye to a deer-sized portion of meat. The 6.555 Swede has certainly done the legwork of establishing 6.5mm cartridges as viable moose killers but does it in a more efficient package. Out of stock. There are now three certainties in life: death, taxes, and posterior inflammation from the 6.5 Creedmoor. helps improve accuracy by providing an efficient propellant chamber and a precise chamber-to-case fit. 373. The 40-degree shoulder (10 degrees sharper than the .280 Rem.) I have confidence to shoot large animals with this round in my rifle. Over the years the 308 Win. A 200 or 225 gr bullet at 2400-2600 MV should be more than adequate for elk or moose. Ammo Choice: Federal Premium Vital Shok 100-grain Nosler Partition. range, recoil figures for the .338 RCM are north of 30 ft.-lbs. It was a successful wildcat back in the 1970s. The .338 Federal pushes a 200-grain Trophy Bond Tip bullet at about 2,630 fps from the muzzle. $831.39. I wouldnt be afraid to use it on caribou either. and 338 Federal. Although i've shot a large number of various factory rifles, i say unequivically that the ruger hawkeye is the finest factory rifle for the best price in the world. Mag. It is incredibly easy to make for 308 family cases so there is never an ammo problem for handloaders. JavaScript is disabled. If you're a handloader, the RCM is better suited for heavy bullets like 250-grain Hornady InterLocks, a great choice for really big, heavy game like elk, bear, moose and bison. In the real world, the .338 Federal shines when pursuing larger animals at moderate distances, according to the New Zealand ballistics company Terminal Ballistics Research. The Win. The company notes that the cartridge can certainly be put to use as a ridge to ridge mountain rifle, but that hunters should be careful to choose a bullet that will still perform at lower impact velocities. Access the newest seasons of MeatEater, save content, and join in discussions with the Crew and others in the MeatEater community. Before you decide on a 338 Federal you should really consider the 35 Whelen. of energy and shoots flat enough to be considered a genuine long-range hunting cartridge for tough game like elk and moose. Bullet choice is especially important in small calibers like the .243. Given the weight retention and penetration potential of the Barnes TTSX, this relative lightweight should more than suffice for whitetails, mule deer, sheep, and mountain goats. Ask most Alaskans about their favorite and the .338 Win Mag is the answer you get, next to .30-06 and .300 Win. Subscribe to OL+ for our best feature stories and photography. 178. With .360 Buckhammer rolling out nationwide, Henry is bringing its first rifles chambered for the new caliber to market with the Henry Steel Lever Action in .360 Buckhammerand theHenry Lever Action X Model in .360 Buckhammer. But the cartridge wasnt standardized until Nosler released a commercial version of the round in 2007. Here is a potent cartridge that fits the popular, light, handy short-action rifles. In the 11 years since it's been introduced, the .338 Federal has earned a reputation for great accuracy and stopping power. Much like its predecessor, there isnt too much to say about the .308 that hasnt already been said. But why? The Remington Model Seven is ready, willing and able to handle just about any task. The .338 Federal is indeed a neat cartridge because of the short action. Ive taken several whitetail deer with rifles chambered in .300 Blackout. Mag. If anything, theyre a reminder that any good bullet, in a solid caliber, sent on its way with enough speed into the animals vitals can do an excellent job. My reloads produce 2600 fps with 200 grain Hornady SP and 2450+ with 225 Hornady SP from a 22 inch barrel. .300 H&HMaster Alaska guide and longtime outdoor writer Phil Shoemaker, owner of Grizzly Skins of Alaska, has this to say, There are no particularly bad cartridges but only improperly using them for unsuitable chores. 47005 Moose Jaw-Lake Centre-Lanigan: CPC safe hold: 47006 Prince Albert: CPC safe hold: 47007 Regina-Lewvan: . The 338 Federal fits short-action magazine rifles like this Sako III prototype. I personally find the .338 to be a bit of an in-between cartridge, that cant make up its mind whether it wants to be a normal rifle, or a real heavy hitter. Why arent more writers writing about the virtues of the .338 Federal and, more importantly, why arent more deer, elk, bear, and moose hunters shooting it? With those heavy bullets, the .338 Lapua isnt screaming fast, and even at the closer ranges, the bullets seem to hold together very well. RifleShooter Magazine editor Scott Rupp breaks down all the features of the Mossberg Patriot Predator rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC. Ruger built the rifles, and Hornady supplied the ammunition. That's about 300 foot pounds more than the .30-06 shooting a 180-grain slug and 116 foot pounds more than a 7mm Rem. I cant argue that it hasnt found use in abundance as an all-around Alaskan rifle, but I feel its overkill for some game, but doesnt quite carry the authority that big magnums (.375 and up) do. As an Alaskan, Ive seen a number of moose taken with a variety of cartridges. Believe it or not, a 180-grain bullet from the smaller 338 Federal cartridge will drop a half-inch less than a 180-grain from the 30-06 at 400 yards. Ive even nicknamed it Thor, because I love carrying and shooting it so much. Thanks for all the help and when I called to grab one I was TOO LATE they used it for a leader and they didnt have them anymore!! of energy to cleanly kill an elk, the .338 Federal is capable of doing so out to nearly 300 yards. If you have concerns, use a bullet like the 270-grain ELDX. And despite the .338 RCM's impressive numbers, the .338 Federal is no slouch. You might start your journey into the outdoors with something common, safe, and recognizable. .375 RugerThis is the modern improved answer to the old Alaskans .375 H&H standby. Burris Fullfield II 3-9X scope. The case is narrow, so more cartridges fit into a magazine/clip than do fat, short magnums. When it comes to suitable cartridge selection, most folks operate under the assumption that the larger an animal is, the more horsepower they need in a cartridge. The .338 Federal is 9.2 inches low at 300 yards and 26.3 inches low at 400 when zeroed at the same distance with the same 200-grain bullet. The Federal case has a water capacity of 44.5 grains of water. One relatively underrated hunting load (in many calibers) is Federals Fusion. Give a Gift Zero both for their Maximum Point Blank Ranges (MBPR). Mag., & 300 Win. CARTRIDGE CLASH :: .338 Win. Why it took so long to legitimize the .338 version remains a mystery, but Federal has finally done it. of just .342, youll have to watch the wind deflection. So why, then, does the .338 Federal languish in obscurity? Both the .338 Federal and .338 RCM work well in short-barreled, compact, lightweight hunting rifles, but despite their similar profiles and bullet diameters, these are two very different cartridges in terms of performance. The American .30 calibers, from the .30-30 and .308 through the .30-06 and various .300 magnums with all the great bullet choices available, seem to be less affected by those problems than most other calibers. on the shelf in a couple of years. To be effective, a moose cartridge needs to have reasonable penetration and fire a bullet that will generally hold together at the velocity it leaves the muzzle. The only thing a writer can do is respond with the most consistent rounds. Second, the .338 Federal launches its 180- to 250-grain bullets from a small, short-action case (.308 Winchester). | The 06 is old and boring, but I cant find any way to justify it not being included in this list. also packs a lot more punch. Mag. Mag. This caliber was developed in the early 2010s for military applications. Cookies help us deliver our services. The company already had a parent cartridge, the .375 Ruger, that provided plenty of case capacity for the creation of a new, short .338 round. Federals under-sung little .338 certainly deserves more attention than its gotten thus far. Handloaders had been toying with milder wildcat .338s for years when, in 2006, the .338 Federal became SAAMI standardized. The .338 Fed is shooting almost right alongside the 338-06, which has a well developed reputation on big game. 2023 Outdoor Sportsman Group. 47005 Moose Jaw-Lake Centre-Lanigan: CPC safe hold: 47006 Prince Albert: CPC safe hold: 47007 Regina-Lewvan . It is also an excellent killer, as i've killed a couple of moose, 2 blackies and 2 caribou with mine with quick 1 shot kills. The ABLR expands reliably, shoots great, and is more rigidly constructed than the ELDX. Are you leery of painful magnum recoil? Anyone wanting more thump on the target without too much more to the shoulder should give this delightfully balanced, hard-hitting cartridge a ride. Amazon, the Amazon logo, AmazonSupply, and the AmazonSupply logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Read Next: The .30/06 Springfield: Why This Old Cartridge is Still the Best for Big Game Hunting. The cartridge uses the same case as the venerable old .308 Win., but necks it up to accept a .338-caliber projectile. There are tons of great calibers for youth hunters, but a brief MeatEater survey landed on three. MeatEater version in their Trophy Copper line. But still, my initial interest in this gun was threefold. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. Below that, you arent gaining much over the .30-06, and cartridges like the 6.8 Western and 6.5 PRC maintain more energy beyond 400-500 yards. Can use the full spectrum of .338 bullets, Not as effective on larger game at long range. buy from BV Outdoor Essentials. Each of the following cartridges has one of my favorite corresponding ammunition choices listed, but there are other good choices for each cartridge, and many of these loads are available in multiple cartridges. There is some validity to that, but theres also the matter of responsible shot selection and meat salvage. The .308 has a wide range of bullet weights and excellent options available. Burris Fullfield II scope. Unless you're shooting at least a .338-inch bullet or a low-velocity round (under 2,700 fps MV), shy away from traditional cup-and-core projectiles with soft lead cores. With modern components, it can perform pretty close to what the .30/06 always was and it puts meat away just as well as it ever did. This reduced the overall weight of the package, and makes for a great mountain . It is incredibly easy to make for 308 family cases so there is never an ammo problem for handloaders. One 180-grain Barnes TSX to the high shoulder did the trick. There's a clear . When a raghorn bull walked out of the snowy pines bordering Montanas Upper Canyon Ranch, I pulled the trigger. 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