{"id":5281,"date":"2020-02-11T18:57:57","date_gmt":"2020-02-11T18:57:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/?p=5281"},"modified":"2025-10-08T21:50:15","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T21:50:15","slug":"338-lapua-vs-50-bmg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/338-lapua-vs-50-bmg\/","title":{"rendered":"338 Lapua vs. 50 BMG"},"content":{"rendered":"

Not satisfied with common cartridges like the .30-06 Springfield or the .223 Remington? Perhaps it\u2019s time to move into larger, longer, more powerful rounds? Well, welcome to the thunder dome. Prepare for a lot of power as we bring the noise in this 338 Lapua vs. .50 BMG comparison.<\/p>\n

Both of these cartridges will give you big distance at the range, easily impressing even the most experienced sharpshooters and long-range hunters.<\/p>\n

But which one is your best bet for your needs? Let\u2019s compare the two to find out which one would be best for your needs and preferences. Don’t forget your ear pro.<\/p>\n

Comparing 338 Lapua vs. 50 BMG<\/h2>\n

Getting to Know the .50 Cal BMG<\/h3>\n

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Before and during the first World War (1914-1918), militaries on both sides started to develop armored artillery vehicles<\/a> that would become the modern tank. In direct response, they also started to develop rifle cartridges that could punch through the enemy\u2019s armored protection. After the war, designers continued to create anti-armor cartridges; for American forces, this lead to the .50 Browning Machine Gun or \u201c.50 BMG<\/a>,\u201d a large, powerful round that, even to this day, can penetrate the sides of many armored vehicles.<\/p>\n

It has become one of the most dependable cartridges for American and NATO forces, and it has seen major use in practically all conflicts involving American troops. In civilian circles, it is used for recreational shooting, competition, and even hunting large animals at significant distances.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Released: 1921
\n\u2022 Bullet Diameter: .510 inches
\n\u2022 Rim Diameter: .804 inches
\n\u2022 Case Length: 3.91 inches
\n\u2022 Total Length: 5.45 inches
\n\u2022 Bullet Size: About 650 to 800 grains<\/strong><\/p>\n

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