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338 Remington Ultra Magnum Load Data & Ballistics Calculator

Estimate chamber pressure and muzzle velocity for the 338 Remington Ultra Magnum with the free, in-browser MyLoads internal ballistics simulator. The figures below are illustrative estimates from a physics model — not a recommended load. Always cross-check a current published loading manual.

338 Remington Ultra Magnum reference

Maximum average pressure (MAP)65,000 psi
Nominal case capacity113.0 gr H₂O
Groove / bullet diameter0.338 in (8.59 mm)

Example simulation illustrative

Bullet
Hornady 0.338 250 gr BTHP Match
Powder
IMR 7828
Charge
83.2 gr
Barrel
26 in

Muzzle velocity

2,697 fps

Peak chamber pressure (interval, ±10% burn rate)

39,543 – 48,210 – 57,701 psi

nominal is 74% MAP (65,000 psi)

Illustrative example — every figure is an estimate; always confirm your load against a current published manual before loading.

Popular 338 Remington Ultra Magnum powders

Powders and bullets handloaders commonly use for the 338 Remington Ultra Magnum, drawn from public discussion and listed most common first. They appear as the Popular group in the calculator's pickers. This is not a load recommendation — always check your load against a current published manual.

Popular 338 Remington Ultra Magnum bullets

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