Description
If you're pushing distance limits or competing at elite levels, this Scenar load is what Lapua is known for. The 250-grain Scenar bullet is an open tip match design optimized for flight stability and consistent expansion through air. With a G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.648 and G7 of 0.322, you're getting a projectile that cuts through wind and maintains downrange energy better than most standard options.
Scenar Match-Grade Bullet Design
The boat tail hollow point geometry delivers the consistent velocity and accuracy that benchrest shooters and long-range competitors depend on. Lapua's quality control checks every Scenar for jacket concentricity, weight uniformity, and dimensional consistency. These aren't off-the-shelf bullets fed into just any brass. They're paired with Lapua's premium cases, which are known for tight tolerances and the ability to be reloaded multiple times. Hard-drawn cases with controlled wall thickness mean less variation from round to round, which translates to tighter groups downrange.
Built for Serious Range Work
This ammo ships non-corrosive and boxer-primed in reloadable brass, so if you run high-volume competition loads, you're getting components worth saving. Factory testing has produced 10-shot groups averaging 50mm at 300 meters. Reviewers report sub-MOA performance well beyond 1000 yards out of modern .338 Lapua rifles. The 2970 fps muzzle velocity with 4896 ft-lbs of energy puts the round in its intended purpose: extended range target work and tactical applications.
Lapua's Manufacturing Standard
Lapua has held this reputation since 1923, and their manufacturing conforms to ISO 9001 and military specifications. When you open this box of 10 rounds, you're getting Finnish-manufactured ammunition backed by decades of competition results and a world record perfect score in international competition.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .338 Lapua Magnum
- Bullet Weight: 250 Grains (16.2g)
- Bullet Type: Open Tip Match (OTM) Boat Tail
- Ballistic Coefficient (G1): 0.648
- Ballistic Coefficient (G7): 0.322
- Muzzle Velocity: 2970 fps
- Muzzle Energy: 4896 ft-lbs
- Case Material: Brass (Reloadable)
- Primer Type: Boxer Centerfire
- Rounds per Box: 10
- Manufacturer: Lapua (Nammo Lapua Oy, Finland)
- Model Number: 4318017
- UPC: 6418267102162
- Country of Origin: Finland
What’s Included
- 10 rounds of Lapua Scenar .338 Lapua Magnum 250gr OTM ammunition
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Lapua Scenar .338 Lapua 250gr suitable for reloading components?
Yes, these rounds come in reloadable boxer-primed brass cases that are engineered for multiple reloading cycles. Lapua's hard-drawn cases with precisely controlled wall thickness are considered premium reloading brass and can be safely reprocessed many times without neck or body changes, making them excellent components for handloaders.
What ballistic performance should I expect from this Scenar load?
With a muzzle velocity of 2970 fps and a 0.648 G1 ballistic coefficient, this round will maintain energy and stability out to extreme distances. Factory testing shows 10-shot groups averaging 50mm at 300 meters, and field reports confirm sub-MOA accuracy beyond 1000 yards from proper rifle platforms.
How does the Lapua Scenar compare to other .338 Lapua options?
The Scenar is a match-grade, open tip design optimized for competition and precision target work rather than field hunting. Its high BC and consistency make it the preferred choice for benchrest and long-range matches. Lapua's Scenar bullets have set world records in international competition, including a perfect 600-point ISSF score.
Will these rounds work in any .338 Lapua rifle?
These are factory-loaded to standard .338 Lapua Magnum specifications and should chamber in any rifle properly headspaced for the cartridge. However, accuracy and performance will depend on your rifle's barrel quality, twist rate, and how well the load harmonizes with your specific firearm. Lapua's tight quality control minimizes variables on their end.




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