Suppressors Subsonic 338LM handloads, anyone?

[Opie98b]

Lookin for help trying to figure out how in the world to load 338 lapua magnum subsonic. I know about all the empty space in the case and to try trail boss powder. But has anyone been brave enough to try it? And what were your results?

 

[gixxerk8]

I've seen subs for sale before and always wondered why. 300 blk among others I can see. Just don't understand a long range cartridge like 408, 375, 338, ect being loaded for subsonic.

 

[Opie98b]

It's just an experiment. Obviously my ballistics are gonna be whacked out so 1000 yard shots might be a little difficult. But it'd be cool to shoot a 338 and it sounds like a red rider.

 

[rleonard]

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[Arbiter]

I've seen subs for sale before and always wondered why. 300 blk among others I can see. Just don't understand a long range cartridge like 408, 375, 338, ect being loaded for subsonic.

You've got me. Corbon has a 338LM subsonic load:

UPC Code: 757750033832
Manufacturer: CorBon
Model: Subsonic
Model: Performance Match
Caliber: 338 Lapua

Grain Weight: 300Gr
Type: HPBT
Units per Box: 20
Units per Case: 100
Manufacturer Part #: PM338S300

What's the point? I guess the ability to deliver a heavier payload, and thus marginally better ballistics in the 300-500 yard envelope for subsonics. If you want quiet, and don't need distance, why not?

 

[Opie98b]

Yeah. I think, to hell with it. A nice fat suppressor will do enough to quiet the muzzle down. I guess there's not much I can do without sacrificing range, power, and accuracy at 1000m, which is the whole point in spending that kinda money on a rifle. Whatever.

 

[gixxerk8]

There are a lot better choices for subs, and your right, why spend the money on a 338LM and shoot subs through it. Yep, looking forward to getting the 338BA for my 98B. On form 3 since Apr so hopefully before this year is over.