The 8.59 Lazzeroni Galaxy is the .338-caliber long-action member of the Lazzeroni family. It delivers performance comparable to the .338 Lapua Magnum for large and dangerous game at extended range.
Type: Rifle
Introduced: 1997, USA
Standardization: Proprietary
Bullet diameter: 0.338" (8.59 mm)
Case length: 2.82" (71.63 mm)
Overall length: 3.7" (93.98 mm)
Rim type: Rimless
Primer: Large Rifle Magnum
Muzzle velocity: 2900–3300 fps
Muzzle energy: 3700–6100 ft-lbs
Effective range: 400 yd
Common bullet weights: 200, 225, 250 gr
Primary use: hunting, dangerous_game
Production status: Active
Also known as: 8.59 Galaxy · Lazzeroni Galaxy
History: Designed by John Lazzeroni alongside the Warbird and Saturn as the heavy end of the Lazzeroni long-action series, the Galaxy occupies the same performance niche as the .338 Lapua but in a proprietary rimless format. It is chambered only in Lazzeroni-built rifles.
Notable firearms: Lazzeroni Long Magnum Sporter
Similar cartridges: .338 Lapua Magnum, .338 Remington Ultra Magnum, .340 Weatherby Magnum