Nosler 338 Cal 250gr Expansion Tip Lead Free (50ct)

Nosler 338 Cal 250gr Expansion Tip Lead Free (50ct)

The Nosler 338 Cal 250gr Expansion Tip Lead Free (50ct) is a premium bullet component engineered for handloaders who require ethical, lead-free performance combined with deep, controlled penetration in .338-caliber rifles. This 250gr projectile features Nosler’s patented E² Cavity™ (Energy Expansion Cavity™) and solid copper-alloy construction, delivering consistent terminal expansion and long-range accuracy. Each box contains fifty polished, weight-sorted bullets ready for precision seating.

Crafted with a .338″ bullet diameter and a streamlined Spitzer boat-tail profile, the 338 Cal 250gr Expansion Tip Lead Free maximizes ballistic efficiency with a high G1 coefficient and reduced drag. The E² Cavity™ design hydraulically drives uniform mushrooming on impact, forming broad wound channels while retaining approximately 90–95% of its weight. The monolithic copper construction eliminates core-jacket separation, ensuring consistent terminal performance through heavy hide and bone.

Ideal for large-game cartridges such as .338 Winchester Magnum, 338 Edge, and 338 Lapua, this bullet maintains structural integrity from muzzle to terminal impact. With an overall length near 1.500″, the 338 Cal 250gr Expansion Tip Lead Free stabilizes in barrels with 1:10″ twist rates or faster, delivering dependable flight and impact behavior.

Key technical specifications include a ballistic coefficient (G1) of about 0.475 and a sectional density (SD) near 0.286. These metrics enable the 338 Cal 250gr bullet to retain significant downrange energy and perform reliably at extended distances. The solid copper alloy ensures consistent internal pressures and reliable feeding, critical in bolt-action and magazine-fed rifles alike.

In field use, the 338 Cal 250gr Expansion Tip Lead Free bullet offers reliable expansion followed by deep, straight-line penetration—ideal for elk, moose, bear, and other large game. Hunters report clean terminal results, excellent energy transfer, and ethical performance at range. The bullet’s aerodynamic boat-tail profile supports accuracy across varied terrain and weather conditions.

This product is strictly a bullet component—not factory-loaded ammunition. Handloaders should consult Nosler’s official load data and established reloading manuals. Recommended powders include IMR 7828, Hodgdon H‑4831SC, or Reloder 22—all proven to safely propel the 338 Cal 250gr bullet at optimal velocities. Accurate handloading requires proper case prep, uniform neck tension, precise seating depth, and consistent overall cartridge length to ensure safe pressures and repeatable accuracy.

By combining Nosler’s E² Cavity™ technology, aerodynamic boat-tail design, and solid copper construction, the 338 Cal 250gr Expansion Tip Lead Free bullet component offers handloaders an elite option for precision hunting, ethical terminal performance, and deep penetration in .338‑caliber applications.