Looking for opinions

[MHWASH]

I've got a Ruger stainless steel MKII short action rifle action. This will be a coyote rifle. I all ready have a 22-250 and .260. I don't care about a dual purpose caliber. I'm thinking .223, .223AI fast twist, 6mmAI, 20 TAC, 6-223, 25TCU. Give me your thoughts.

[257 Wby Mag]

I'd roll with a 243 or 6mm. A.I. em if you want, run 55's, you'll have a coyote killin sonafabitch. Post some pics when you get done. Later

[boneaddict]

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[KillBilly]

Go with a .270 short mag

[jjhunter]

Depends on what you are looking for?  If you want to shoot small bullets fast - I would go with a 6mm or .243 and shoot 55 grn BT's.  If you want to shoot a heavier bullet, let's say 75 or 87 grn V-max, I'd go with a 6 ackley.  If you want a high volume plinker, go with the 223.  If you want long range, go with the 6 ackley and shoot 105's or 107's from Berger or Sierra. (your short action will become a single shot if you do this)  I'd stay away from the other ones.......the .204 will do everything that the .20 tactical will do with out prep work or custom dies. 

[Gutpile]

I'd roll with a 243 or 6mm. A.I.

 

I'm excited. Get this thing built so I can play too.

[bighorns2bushytails]

go with a 243!!  i really liked mine though i rarely got to shoot it.  sorta wishing i never got rid of it.  think my next rifle will be another 243.

--BH2BT

[Gutpile]

go with a 243!!  i really liked mine though i rarely got to shoot it.  sorta wishing i never got rid of it.  think my next rifle will be another 243.

--BH2BT

You just told me I didn't need one when I said I was gonna get a 243 or a 6. Now your shopping? That does it! I'm buying one for sure!! 

[jjhunter]

Hey Gut, you should check out the Savage VLP in .243 with the dtachable box mag.  I think that is what I am going to buy.  55 grain BT's at 4K!

[Gutpile]

Hey Gut, you should check out the Savage VLP in .243 with the dtachable box mag.  I think that is what I am going to buy.  55 grain BT's at 4K!

I was considering a savage. I want as lightweight a package I can find though. I've got the hankering for a 243 or a 6mm in a bad way.

[woodswalker]

I've got a Ruger stainless steel MKII short action rifle action. This will be a coyote rifle. I all ready have a 22-250 and .260. I don't care about a dual purpose caliber. I'm thinking .223, .223AI fast twist, 6mmAI, 20 TAC, 6-223, 25TCU. Give me your thoughts.

250 Savage Ackley Improved.  Reach WAY out there, brings you stout 257 Roberts ballistics loaded with modern powders in a strong action...and works in your SA rifle.  

The 250/3000 Improved offers performance equal to or better than the 257 Roberts. It will, for example, push the 100 grain bullet at a muzzle velocity of 3200 fps, as compared to the factory 257 loading of the same bullet that is listed at 2900 fps. The commercial 250/3000 loading of the 100 grain bullet, incidentally, is rated at 2820 fps.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ackley_Improved
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/.250-3000_Savage
http://www.reloadbench.com/cartridges/w2503000.html
http://www.accuratereloading.com/250ai.html

[Gutpile]

Hey Gut, you should check out the Savage VLP in .243 with the dtachable box mag.  I think that is what I am going to buy.  55 grain BT's at 4K!

10 lbs!!!    My 220 swift weighs 10 pounds so I wont be going that route. That would be a coyote killing MF though!

[jjhunter]

How much does the Savage Predator weigh?  That rifle would  be quick handling and accurate.  Good calling rifle for sure!   I am pretty sure they come in 243!  Maybe I should look at that - good advice, self.

[Gutpile]

How much does the Savage Predator weigh?  That rifle would  be quick handling and accurate.  Good calling rifle for sure!   I am pretty sure they come in 243!  Maybe I should look at that - good advice, self.

7.5 lbs.   I've been thinking about that model. I'll race ya!!!! 

[JackOfAllTrades]

6mm Ackley in a heart beat!  JJhunter pretty much hit the nail on the head.

The 6AI will push a 65gn bullet at 3950fps or a 100gn bullet at or more than 3,400fps.  This edges the 243Ackley by a couple hundred fps in the heavier bullets, while a 243Ackley would be a bit better with the lighter bullets. That all eaquals a long range doggie buster!

While a 243Ackley isn't in your list...
If the rifle/barrel you already have is chambered in .243", then all you need is a smith to ream your barrel/chamber and you're in business.

-Steve