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The Swift Scirocco II in .338 Lapua Magnum represents one of the best choices for long-range hunting where flat trajectories and terminal performance matter. This 210-grain offering bridges the gap between pure target ammunition and general-purpose big game loads, making it versatile for most hunting applications with the cartridge.
What sets the Scirocco II apart is its proven design philosophy. The bullet combines a streamlined profile with a proprietary polymer tip that improves aerodynamics and initiates expansion even at minimal velocities. The bonded copper jacket ensures that as velocity increases at closer ranges, the bullet maintains integrity while expanding in a controlled manner. Field reports show the 210-grain Scirocco II achieving around 90% weight retention through expansion, crucial for consistent terminal performance across varying distances.
This particular load generates approximately 3,300 feet per second from a 26-inch barrel, producing just over 5,100 foot-pounds of muzzle energy. The downrange performance holds up impressively. At 300 yards (a distance many consider entry-level for .338 Lapua hunting), velocity still exceeds 2,760 feet per second with roughly 3,800 foot-pounds of energy remaining. The high ballistic coefficient of the Scirocco II means less wind drift and more predictable bullet drop than comparable lighter loads.
Swift redesigned the original Scirocco platform to better handle the stresses of high-velocity impact, and the Scirocco II incorporates metallurgical improvements to the jacket that allow it to perform from 1,750 feet per second all the way up to 3,200 fps without fragmenting prematurely. The bullet's secant ogive maximizes the ballistic coefficient while requiring careful seating depth work during handloading if you choose to reload, but as factory ammunition, these details are already optimized for reliable performance out of the box.
The Scirocco II's streamlined design and high ballistic coefficient resist air resistance better than conventional bullets, meaning it loses velocity more slowly downrange. This translates to flatter trajectories, less wind drift, and retained energy at extended distances where conventional soft-point bullets would have already shed too much velocity to perform reliably.
Yes. The 210-grain load is suitable for medium to large game with proper shot placement. In a .338 Lapua, a 210-grain bullet still carries significant energy and penetration at practical hunting ranges, though hunters pursuing the largest game may prefer heavier loads if available.
This ammunition is safe and function in any rifle properly chambered for .338 Lapua Magnum, regardless of manufacturer. Always verify your rifle's chamber is indeed .338 Lapua and not a different .338 cartridge like the .338 Winchester Magnum before loading and firing any ammunition.
The Scirocco II is primarily designed as a hunting round and performs well for that purpose. Dedicated target shooters typically prefer match-grade ammunition loaded with bullets specifically optimized for precision at known distances. The Scirocco II's real advantage is terminal performance on game rather than absolute bench precision.
| UPC | 713351100526 |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | 10052 |
| Shipping Weight | 1.935 |
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