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RWS 250gr Speed Tip Professional reloading bullet

.338 | 250gr | RWS Speed Tip Professional

Our reloading data for the .338 | 250gr | RWS Speed Tip Professional bullet covers a total of 17 suitable calibers and 928 load recipes

The RWS Speed Tip Professional bullet is designed for hunters seeking high precision and superior knockdown power. Featuring an aerodynamic shape with a pointed polymer tip, it ensures flat trajectories and excellent expansion upon impact. This bullet is not lead-free, optimizing energy transfer for ethical hunting. It is most suitable for medium to large game species, such as deer and wild boar, making it a top choice for demanding hunting scenarios.

About this bullet

.338 | 250gr | RWS Speed Tip Professional is a bullet made by RWS. At 250 gr (16.2 g) and a diameter of 0.338'' (8.59 mm) it suits handloads where bullet weight and barrel length have to be matched carefully. Its G1 ballistic coefficient of 0.566 drives velocity retention and wind drift downrange — higher values mean a flatter trajectory at distance. A twist rate of 1:12.0 is recommended for stable flight; slower twists can under-stabilise this bullet. We currently list 928 load recipes across 17 calibers for this bullet.

Most popular calibers for this bullet

CaliberLoad recipes
8.5 x 68 Fanzoj144
.33 Nosler142
.338 Win Mag.141
.340 Weath. Mag.138
8.5 x 55 Blaser135

Load data for .338 | 250gr | RWS Speed Tip Professional bullet is available in the following calibers:

Safety notes

All load data is reference data only. Always start at the minimum charge and work up in small steps while watching for pressure signs. Never exceed the maximum charge published by the powder or bullet manufacturer.