That being said, this rifle comes with QD sling attachment points. Their MRAD rifle is available in several more common calibers as well as .338 Lapua rifle. Quality Lapua magnum ammo runs in excess of $3.50 per shot, so suffice it to say that anyone seriously considering purchase of such a rifle is somewhat immune to sticker shock. Stainless steel barrel and receiver and all weather composite stock make it a perfect companion piece no matter what the elements are doing. Other rifles might seem difficult to handle and recoil control is a major issue. The bolt was a bit sticky and tight out of the box, but loosened after the first hundred rounds. Even the Weatherby Tacmark, with its tactical stock, weighs in at $4k MSRP – without a scope - may frighten off more moderately sized caliber shooters.

Exposure to harsh conditions and wear and tear is a given when it comes to rifles. The left-folding stock can be adjusted with up to 3-inch length of pull and 1-inch comb height. With the introduction of the Ruger Precision Rifle (RPR), Ruger put its name on the board for long-range precision shooting. The FAB Defense GLR-16 Buttstock looks like the sole of a boot, and felt like one too. All three guns out of the box shot 0.5″ 3-shot groups at 100 yards. This makes the bullet rotate quickly to stabilize the bullet as it flies through the air.

The shooter can fire a .308 Winchester, .300 Winchester Magnum, and a .338 Lapua Magnum out of this rifle. Out the box this rifle is not one to be messed with. Built with some of the highest quality materials, this really is a precision rifle of sheer class.

That, along with its notable accuracy and reliability, makes it a force to be reckoned with in any competitive shooting arena. Use them! Most Ruger consumers equate Ruger to reliability, and, for the most part, this rifle certainly seems to strengthen that opinion.

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. You have nothing to worry about, because the Barrett MRAD rifle’s short barrel length is well optimized with the muzzle velocity of the gun. The .338 Lapua can cover long distances like all other rifles in its class range while maintaining a low body weight ratio. An uneasy, difficult trigger pull can affect every aspect of your perfect shot. One reviewer managed to hit a 3 shot group of 4.5 inches on paper at 1,100 meters with this rifle well below 1 MOA accuracy. The high-quality scope for Ruger Precision Rifle.338 Lapua Magnum is with the reliable magnification range between six and 24 times, making it the perfect choice for hunters and tactical shooters planning to use their scopes for longer range shooting distances. Weatherby really focused on getting this rifle to look right.

If you’re an experienced marksman looking to get a lot of bang for the buck, the AR-30A1 is definitely worth the purchase. Armalite is often the first and longest lasting provider of cutting edge, high performance rifles and the AR 30 is no different, it deserves to be on the list of the best .338 Lapua rifle on the market. This rifle has more portability than its previous models, has better accuracy than its predecessor, and instead of only shooting big targets, the MRAD now allows for shooting smaller targets.

The new shape of the bullet round aids the trajectory and also enhances its muzzle velocity. Fitted with an anti-material cartridge loaded with the 16.2 gram/ 250 grain bullet, this will have you firing accurately from even 2000 meters apart.

The force generated by the rifle felt no stronger than a .308 Winchester, despite firing a much larger bullet. The rubber was hard, and the recoil of this gun was concentrated on just a few teeth. It doesn’t creep and breaks well — making it ideal for the long-range accuracy shooting. Make sure to do some arm strength training if you’re not used to hauling this much weight around. Lest anyone forgets the price of each .338 cartridge, this model may be the most economical choice of all of them, keeping you at the range after everyone else has burned through $70 of 20 rounds.

At almost 12 pounds before adding ay optics or bipod, the 112 is designed to sit on the bench and not be in a hurry.

The trigger is the switch that lets you fire your shot at the target. Averaging around .8-inch groupings at 100 yards, the .338 Lapua features four ports in the muzzle brake that allow the user to fine tune their weapon for the least amount of muzzle jump. Barret continues to make a product that is ready to serve on the front lines, behind enemy lines or on the target line with equal certainty of function and accuracy. Generally, the mag will feed .338 Lapua rounds, but if you can easily recalibrate the magazine to house 300 Winchester rounds. The Savage options offer a quality and rugged simplicity that offers reliability at a cost, when compared to the other rifles on the market, appear to be downright steals. The 110 BA comes with a free-floating heavy barrel with flutes cut into the barrel to assist with heat dissipation. This lets you tune the trigger and set it as low as 6 ounces of pull, giving you more flexibility. One flaw in the design is that the handguard generally comes off-center, which does impact accuracy the further out you go. The model specific stock is easy to handle and comfortable and locks in only at the receiver to provide free floating accuracy.

The SAKO TRG-42 can be had for right around $4k. Or both. Right out of the box, it clocks in around 15.2 pounds. If you want to get into the world of extreme long-distance shooting, this is a better option for your bank than most other rifles.

The MRAD also uses a double stacked detachable magazine. Where similar rifles might feature a magazine made of aluminum or polymer, you’re going to get a single-stacked steel magazine with the AR-30A1. Snipers have said that prior to using the MRAD, their previous rifles were just out of reach, resulting in other tactics used to take out the enemy. Enter: Savage Arms 110BA Stealth 338 LAP Rifle.

Because of this, you can take it anywhere: Rain, snow, sleet, sand or any other climate region you can think of.

Of course barrel kits are also not “cheap” but they do enhance the versatility of this rifle along with the adjustable stock accessory rail mounts on the free float handguard and the AR15 style pistol grip capable of taking any of the many variations of same. As with all Savage firearms, the patented, adjustable AccuTrigger is factory installed. Along with easy access of the rifle, the MRAD lives up to its ability to handle well with experienced shooters and non-experienced shooters. As the rifle was originally intended for military utilization, and the prohibitive cost of both rifle and ammunition, demand has yet to drive supply to the point of bringing prices down to mere mortal capabilities to purchase.

For someone who needs a durable and sturdy sniper rifle, your search is over. In such circumstances ease of use and ready handling take precedence over long distance accuracy. Magazine capacity is either 5 or 8 shots in .338. The Ballista by FN is one of the game changers in the rifle industry. The 338 Lapua has an effective maximum range of 1910 yards. You’d be familiar with how the rifle handles, and also appreciate the updates and changes in the new design. The Bad news is considered to feature Noreen Firearms’ signature rifle designs. From the company that introduced the AR10 and AR15, the AR30 is designed with all of their qualities of accuracy and dependability.

Since the bullets have to run a longer distance before shooting out, this gives your shot a flatter trajectory which is also easy to predict, aiding accuracy.