The .338 FMJ round is a 5th level armor-piercing ammunition, which is the main alternative to . Despite having lower penetration, it maintains very high base damage and remains extremely effective against most opponents in the game.
The main advantage of .338 FMJ over is that it can be freely bought and sold on the market. Because of this, FMJ is used much more frequently and is considered the primary round for .338 caliber weapons in most high-end PvP raids.
The round confidently handles 5th class armor and remains effective against most 6th class sets. Although it falls short of .338 AP in penetration, this difference is hardly noticeable in most firefights.
Compatible Weapons
Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages
High penetration level 5
Very high base damage
Significantly more affordable than .338 AP
Disadvantages
Inferior to .338 AP in penetration capability
FAQs
?Is it worth using .338 FMJ?
Yes. For most players, it is the best choice for .338 caliber, as the round is freely sold on the market and is almost as effective as AP.
?How does .338 FMJ differ from .338 AP?
FMJ has a penetration level of 5 instead of 6, but it can be bought on the market. AP is slightly more effective against maximum armor but is only available through crafting.
?Against which armor is .338 FMJ effective?
The round confidently hits opponents in 5th class armor and remains very dangerous for 6th class armor due to its high penetration and massive damage.
?Why do many choose FMJ over AP?
The main reason is availability. FMJ can be purchased at any time on the market, whereas AP has to be crafted from expensive components.
?Is there any point in switching to .338 AP?
Yes, if you want to achieve maximum penetration capability and are willing to deal with the high cost and need for crafting. For most raids, .338 FMJ remains a more practical choice.
