.338 | 185gr | Hornady CX
by Hornady · See details on brand website
The Hornady ECX bullet is a lead-free, expanding copper alloy projectile engineered for reliable terminal performance and deep penetration. Its sleek, aerodynamic profile ensures high ballistic efficiency, while the distinctive polymer tip enhances accuracy and initiates controlled expansion on impact. Perfect for hunters seeking a non-toxic solution, the ECX bullet is ideal for medium to large game such as deer, antelope, and African plains game, providing excellent energy transfer and consistent results.
Specifications
Weight
185 gr (11.99 g)
Diameter
0.338″ (8.59 mm)
Sectional Density
0.231
BC G1
0.407
Type
CX
Min. Twist
1:12.5
Related Load Recipes
Load recipes using .338 | 185gr | CX are available in the following cartridges:
.338 Lapua Mag. Ackley Improved
8.5 x 55 Blaser
.338 Win Mag.
.338-06 A-Square
.338 Federal
.338 Rem. Ultra Mag.
8.5 x 63
8.5 x 68 Fanzoj
.33 Win.
.338 RCM
8.5 x 63 R
.338 Blaser Mag.
8.5 mm Messner Mag.
.33 Nosler
.338-378 Weath. Mag.
.338 Norma Mag.
.340 Weath. Mag.
.338 Weatherby RPM
.338 Lapua Mag.
.338 Marlin Express
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.338 | 185gr | GMX
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.338 | 190gr | TAG
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.338 | 185gr | Fox Classic Hunter
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Hammer · 190gr · BC 0.469
.338 | 185gr | TSX BT
Barnes · 185gr · BC 0.352
.338 | 185gr | XLC BT
Barnes · 185gr · BC 0.429
.338 | 190gr | ARIETE
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Community Load Data for .338 | 185gr | CX
Loads for .338 | 185gr | CX from our community:
14 loads
| cartridge | Powder | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.5 x 63 | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 25.6 | 59.0 | 3.310 | 8 (0%) | 2966 |
| 8.5 x 63 | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 24.4 | 59.0 | 3.310 | 8 (0%) | 2936 |
| 8.5 x 63 | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 23.6 | 59.0 | 3.310 | 8 (0%) | 2917 |
| 8.5 x 63 | Reload Swiss RS 52 | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.310 | 8 (0%) | 2867 |
| 8.5 x 63 | Reload Swiss RS 50 | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.310 | 8 (0%) | 2753 |
| 8.5 x 63 | Vihtavuori N540 | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.310 | 8 (0%) | 2746 |
| 8.5 x 63 | Vihtavuori N540 | 23.6 | ••.• | 3.310 | 8 (0%) | 2766 |
| 8.6 mm Blackout | Hodgdon CFE BLK | 16.0 | ••.• | 2.670 | 52497 (83%) | 2274 |
| .338 Win Mag. | Vihtavuori Vihtavuori N540 | 25.6 | ••.• | 3.346 | 58096 (93%) | 2953 |
| .338 Win Mag. | Vihtavuori N540 | 25.6 | ••.• | 3.346 | 58407 (94%) | 2956 |
| .338 Win Mag. | Vihtavuori N540 | 25.6 | ••.• | 3.346 | 59886 (96%) | 2943 |
| .338 Blaser Mag. | Vihtavuori N160 | 24.6 | ••.• | 3.346 | 7 (0%) | 2877 |
| .338 Blaser Mag. | Vihtavuori N160 | 24.6 | ••.• | 3.346 | 8 (0%) | 2956 |
| .338 Blaser Mag. | Vihtavuori N160 | 24.6 | ••.• | 3.340 | 7 (0%) | 2884 |