Muzzle Velocity
2,750
fps
Muzzle Energy
3,778
ft-lbs
Ballistic Coefficient
0.515
G1
Sectional Density
0.281
Bullet Drop (inches)
Ballistic Trajectory
100yd zero, sea level, 59°F, 10 mph crosswind
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop (in) | Drop (MOA) | Wind (in) | TOF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 yd | 2,750fps | 3,778ft-lbs | -1.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 100 yd | 2,572fps | 3,306ft-lbs | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 0.113 |
| 200 yd | 2,402fps | 2,881ft-lbs | -3.8 | -1.8 | 2.7 | 0.233 |
| 300 yd | 2,238fps | 2,501ft-lbs | -13.6 | -4.3 | 6.3 | 0.363 |
| 400 yd | 2,080fps | 2,161ft-lbs | -30.3 | -7.2 | 11.5 | 0.502 |
| 500 yd | 1,929fps | 1,858ft-lbs | -55.1 | -10.5 | 18.7 | 0.652 |
| 600 yd | 1,785fps | 1,591ft-lbs | -89.3 | -14.2 | 28 | 0.814 |
| 700 yd | 1,648fps | 1,357ft-lbs | -134.4 | -18.3 | 39.6 | 0.988 |
| 800 yd | 1,521fps | 1,156ft-lbs | -192.3 | -23 | 53.7 | 1.178 |
| 900 yd | 1,404fps | 985ft-lbs | -265.3 | -28.1 | 70.7 | 1.383 |
| 1000 yd | 1,300fps | 844ft-lbs | -355.9 | -34 | 90.6 | 1.606 |
Bullet Information
ManufacturerHornady
Bullet225gr SST
Diameter0.338" (8.6mm)
ConstructionSoft Point
BC (G1)0.515 G1
Sectional Density0.281
Load Information
Cartridge.338 Ruger Compact Magnum
ManufacturerHornady
Product LineSuperformance
CategoryHunting
Test Barrel24"
SKU82236
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