Lindcott Armory Compare / .338 Lapua Magnum vs 8.59 Lazzeroni Galaxy
Cartridge comparison
.338 Lapua Magnum vs 8.59 Lazzeroni Galaxy
8.59 Lazzeroni Galaxy is faster (3,300 vs 2,900 fps); 8.59 Lazzeroni Galaxy carries more energy (6,100 vs 5,000 ft·lb).
.338 Lapua Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
8.59 Lazzeroni Galaxy →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .338 Lapua Magnum | 8.59 Lazzeroni Galaxy | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 1989 | 1997 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.338″ | 0.338″ |
| Case length | 2.724″ | 2.82″ |
| Velocity | 2,650–2,900 fps | 2,900–3,300 fps |
| Energy | 4,300–5,000 ft·lb | 3,700–6,100 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 60,916 psi | 66,718 psi |
| Recoil | 38–55 ft·lb | — |
| Eff. range | 1750 yd | 400 yd |
FAQs
- Is .338 Lapua Magnum faster than 8.59 Lazzeroni Galaxy?
- 8.59 Lazzeroni Galaxy is faster — up to 3,300 fps versus 2,900 fps.
- Does .338 Lapua Magnum hit harder than 8.59 Lazzeroni Galaxy?
- 8.59 Lazzeroni Galaxy carries more muzzle energy (6,100 vs 5,000 ft·lb).