i've been playing with the idea of getting a custom ultra long range (1500m) tactical type rifle built. the first cartridge that came to mind was the 338 lapua magnum. thing is brass isn't exactly easy to get and it's damn expensive too. the 338 ultra mag basically does the same thing but for less money. the 338 would give me about 3000fps with 250gr and 2800fps with 300gr bullets. the 300 ultra mag would give about 3000fps with 200gr bullets. i know sierra makes 200, 220 and 240gr bullets for the .308 and they make a 300gr matchking for the .338.

what do u think is better for long range shooting? the 300 or the 338?

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.338 Lapua Mag. Good luck.

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If all you want is a 1500 yrd shot, why get something that's going to kick that hard? My advice is build up a .308 or .22-250. You're going to save a ton of money on brass, and it's not going to kick you nearly as bad as what the .338 or the laupa will, and won't cost you an arm and a leg for brass. From what you listed though, if you aren't open to suggestion, I'd go with the .338, the .300 win mag isn't going to cut it at that range, and the laupa costs too much.

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I had at one time considered the same thing. If you want a long range gun that is easy to carry the .338RUM would be the choice for me due to the cost difference in the brass.
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&quot;If all you want is a 1500 yrd shot, why get something that's going to kick that hard? My advice is build up a .308 or .22-250. the .300 win mag isn't going to cut it at that range&quot; Huh? Care to rethink that? The 300 Win Mag will do much better at any given range than a 308 Win or a 22-250.

Have you looked at Weatherby's 30/378 or one of the Lazzeroni rifles?

Shot a 338, but own a 300 ultr mag. Never contimplated a 1500 yrd shot. Im sure there is more options that are less punishing.

I was talking about this last night with some family and friends, and we ended up agreeing with NOMERCY.