Federal Gold Medal 338 Lapua Mag 250gr Sierra MatchKing BTHP Ammo

The Federal Premium Gold Medal GM338LM delivers match-grade precision for long-range shooters demanding consistent sub-MOA performance. This 338 Lapua Magnum ammunition features the renowned 250-grain Sierra MatchKing Boat Tail Hollow Point projectile, engineered for superior ballistic coefficients and minimal wind drift at extended distances.

What Makes This Different

Federal's Gold Medal line represents the pinnacle of match ammunition manufacturing, utilizing hand-selected components and precise powder charges for lot-to-lot consistency. The Sierra MatchKing BTHP bullet design maintains velocity better than standard hunting projectiles, with a ballistic coefficient of 0.587 (G1) that translates to flatter trajectories beyond 800 yards. Each cartridge undergoes rigorous quality control testing to ensure uniform performance across temperature extremes.

Key Features

• 250-grain Sierra MatchKing Boat Tail Hollow Point for maximum accuracy
• Premium brass cases with consistent wall thickness and flash hole uniformity
• Hand-selected powders optimized for 338 Lapua Magnum chamber pressures
• Federal 215M Gold Medal Match primers for reliable ignition
• Muzzle velocity of 2,950 fps with 4,831 ft-lbs of energy
• Ballistic coefficient of 0.587 (G1) for superior long-range performance
• 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case (200 total rounds)

Competitive shooters and precision rifle enthusiasts rely on this ammunition for F-Class matches, Precision Rifle Series competitions, and long-range hunting applications. The consistent velocities and minimal standard deviation enable predictable drop calculations and wind compensation at distances exceeding 1,000 yards. Temperature stability remains excellent across seasonal variations, maintaining zero shifts within acceptable tolerances.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: 338 Lapua Magnum
• Bullet Weight: 250 grains
• Bullet Type: Sierra MatchKing Boat Tail Hollow Point
• Muzzle Velocity: 2,950 fps
• Muzzle Energy: 4,831 ft-lbs
• Ballistic Coefficient: 0.587 (G1)
• Case Material: Premium brass with boxer primer
• Packaging: 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
• Manufactured: Lake City, Missouri, USA

This Gold Medal ammunition represents Federal's commitment to match-grade consistency and precision manufacturing. The combination of Sierra's proven MatchKing design with Federal's quality components creates a cartridge capable of sub-MOA groups in properly configured rifles.