.338 | 185gr | Fox Classic Hunter
by Fox Bullets
Fox Bullets - Classic Hunter is designed for handloaders and hunters seeking reliable performance in various hunting situations. These bullets feature a robust construction, often with a lead core and a tough jacket, ensuring excellent weight retention and controlled expansion upon impact. Typical applications include big game hunting, such as deer and elk, where optimal terminal ballistics are crucial for a quick, humane kill. They are suitable for various calibers, including popular choices like .308 Win and .30-06 Springfield. Advantages include superior accuracy, enhanced penetration, and reliable expansion, making them a favored choice for both novice and experienced hunters. Overall, Classic Hunter bullets deliver consistent performance and terminal effectiveness, ensuring successful hunting experiences.
Specifications
Weight
185 gr (11.99 g)
Diameter
0.338″ (8.59 mm)
Sectional Density
0.231
BC G1
0.315
Type
Classic Hunter
Min. Twist
1:13.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .338 | 185gr | Fox Classic Hunter are available in the following cartridges:
.338 Win Mag.
.33 Nosler
8.5 x 55 Blaser
.338 Rem. Ultra Mag.
8.5 x 63
.338 Lapua Mag.
.338 Weatherby RPM
.338 RCM
.338-378 Weath. Mag.
.338-06 A-Square
.338 Federal
.33 Win.
8.6 mm Blackout
8.5 x 68 Fanzoj
8.5 mm Messner Mag.
.338 Marlin Express
.340 Weath. Mag.
8.5 x 63 R
.338 Norma Mag.
.338 Lapua Mag. Ackley Improved
.338 Blaser Mag.
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.338 | 185gr | TTSX BT
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.338 | 185gr | ECX
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.338 | 185gr | CutEdge ER Raptor
Cutting Edge · 185gr · BC 0.445
.338 | 180gr | VLR-4
Peregrine · 180gr · BC 0.471
.338 | 185gr | CX
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.338 | 190gr | ARIETE
Hasler · 190gr · BC 0.59
.338 | 185gr | MRX BT
Barnes · 185gr · BC 0.379
.338 | 180gr | Ferrobull Entox Sport
Ferrobull Europe · 180gr
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.338 | 185gr | GMX
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Community Load Data for .338 | 185gr | Fox Classic Hunter
Loads for .338 | 185gr | Fox Classic Hunter from our community:
32 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.5 x 63 | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 23.6 | 59.0 | 3.310 | 52556 (84%) | 2881 |
| 8.5 x 63 | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 23.6 | 60.0 | 3.310 | 55676 (89%) | 2930 |
| 8.5 x 63 | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 23.6 | 58.2 | 3.268 | 51816 (83%) | 2864 |
| 8.5 x 63 | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.268 | 53017 (85%) | 2884 |
| 8.5 x 55 Blaser | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.913 | 54621 (88%) | 2703 |
| 8.5 x 55 Blaser | Vihtavuori N540 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.913 | 47645 (76%) | 2615 |
| 8.5 x 55 Blaser | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.913 | 54810 (88%) | 2707 |
| 8.5 x 55 Blaser | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.913 | 50183 (80%) | 2641 |
| 8.5 x 55 Blaser | Vihtavuori N150 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.913 | 50836 (82%) | 2657 |
| 8.5 x 55 Blaser | Vihtavuori N140 | 20.1 | ••.• | 2.913 | 53330 (86%) | 2677 |
| 8.5 x 55 Blaser | Vihtavuori N150 | 20.0 | ••.• | 2.913 | 53867 (86%) | 2697 |
| 8.5 x 63 | Reload Swiss RS 40 | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.268 | 55376 (89%) | 2795 |
| 8.5 x 55 Blaser | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 18.5 | ••.• | 2.980 | 53026 (85%) | 2753 |
| 8.5 x 55 Blaser | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 22.8 | ••.• | 2.925 | 54259 (87%) | 2949 |
| 8.5 x 55 Blaser | Reload Swiss RS 60 | 22.8 | ••.• | 2.925 | 54766 (88%) | 2956 |
| .338 Win Mag. | VECTAN Tu 7000 | 24.5 | ••.• | 3.340 | 52910 (85%) | 2822 |
| .338 Win Mag. | VECTAN Tu 7000 | 24.5 | ••.• | 3.340 | 53156 (85%) | 2825 |
| .338 Win Mag. | VECTAN Tu 7000 | 24.5 | ••.• | 3.340 | 54766 (88%) | 2848 |
| .338 Win Mag. | VECTAN Tu 7000 | 24.5 | ••.• | 3.340 | 52112 (84%) | 2808 |
| .338 Win Mag. | VECTAN Tu 7000 | 24.5 | ••.• | 3.340 | 49574 (79%) | 2769 |
| .338 Win Mag. | VECTAN Tu 7000 | 24.8 | ••.• | 3.340 | 54766 (88%) | 2858 |
| .338 Win Mag. | VECTAN Tu 7000 | 24.8 | ••.• | 3.340 | 57580 (92%) | 2897 |
| .338 Win Mag. | VECTAN Tu 7000 | 24.8 | ••.• | 3.340 | 60568 (97%) | 2936 |
| 8.5 x 55 Blaser | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 18.5 | ••.• | 2.980 | 57087 (92%) | 2818 |
| 8.5 x 55 Blaser | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 18.5 | ••.• | 2.980 | 58697 (94%) | 2838 |