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I think antelope is where a 25.06 or 257 would shine using 100 - 120gr bullets. But then again, if you hand load a .270 or 30.06 with these same bullets, they'll shoot almost exactly the same velocities and trajectories. What's the difference then? Not much. You're splittin hairs. Any deer caliber will be perfect. I'd pay more attention to bullet weight. Light for caliber, flat shooting bullets will be best in the open country antelope live in.
7mm Rem Mag and 243 here. You can do it with one shell at 40 yards or bring a couple pockets full for the 40mph 400 yard shot.
G' dang it. A guy wants to sell me a 257 roy sub moa for a very good price. Now am going to have to buy it for a lope hunt next year. The 243, 270, or 6.5 wont do it
They die easy, hit through lungs behind shoulder.