Author Topic: Best coyote/deer round? (Read 12752 times)

Recurve-Elk · « **on:** April 08, 2011, 10:06:50 PM »

I am selling my 9mm carbine in the classifieds to save up for a coyote rifle. What do you think would be the best round for coyote and the occasional deer? I am looking for some serious knock down power, but still would rather not ruin the pelt on any coyote too bad as I would like to keep them.

I was thinking a 243 with a light grained bullet for coyote, heavy grain for deer?

Kind of new to guns, usually more of a bow guy, so i need some pointers.

shoot-em-dead · « **Reply #1 on:** April 08, 2011, 10:13:47 PM »

I would say you have picked a round that is spot on. Good choice with the .243.

bobcat · « **Reply #2 on:** April 08, 2011, 10:20:02 PM »

I agree that the 243 is a good choice for what you're looking for. Instead of using different bullets for different game though, you could probably find a bullet that would work for both. I think I would try the 85 grain Barnes tsx. On a coyote it probably wouldn't even open up. Just going to a light bullet you might not get the results you expect. A lighter bullet will be faster and that's what will destroy a coyote hide. Unless it's the Barnes tsx.

carpsniperg2 · « **Reply #3 on:** April 08, 2011, 10:26:07 PM »

I have switched to a 7mm-08 for most of my yote hunting. I would have no problem using it for deer or anything else. But the 243 and 25-06 are some other great cals to look at.

phishisgroovin · « **Reply #4 on:** April 08, 2011, 10:57:13 PM »

Quote from: Recurve-Elk on April 08, 2011, 10:06:50 PM

I was thinking a 243 with a light grained bullet for coyote, heavy grain for deer?

yes, very nice round for both!
I will have one some day, sticking to having a bunch of different tools for my hobby right now though.

Curly · « **Reply #5 on:** April 09, 2011, 07:02:39 AM »

.243 is good. Might consider .257 Roberts or 6.5 Creedmoor..........or 250 Savage
http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/finder/

http://www.hornady.com/store/6.5-Creedmoor

Edit - the links to the Savage website are not working like I wanted. Here are some other links though: 250 Savage
6.5 Creedmoor Under the savage link, you can punch in the caliber and it will show you the models available in that caliber, but the link to the specific model is not working.

Bofire · « **Reply #6 on:** April 09, 2011, 11:35:35 AM »

I use a 243 alot, for deer and coyotes, I shoot 80 grain federal power points.
Carl

Special T · « **Reply #7 on:** April 09, 2011, 04:56:09 PM »

Do they make ball ammo in a 243?

FC · « **Reply #8 on:** April 09, 2011, 05:31:42 PM »

Quote from: Special T on April 09, 2011, 04:56:09 PM

Do they make ball ammo in a 243?

http://www.grafs.com/retail/catalog/product/productId/9462

BOWHUNTER45 · « **Reply #9 on:** April 09, 2011, 06:14:25 PM »

No doubt the .243 is awesome but I like the 25-06 for both.. alittle faster and more variety of bullet weights for loading the perfect round ....either one you should be bagging !!

Recurve-Elk · « **Reply #10 on:** April 09, 2011, 06:20:39 PM »

Well sounds like the 243 is the ticket! I was looking through my shell collection and the 243 is a nice looking round, I think it will be my next rifle! Now I just gotta save up the pennies

BOWHUNTER45 · « **Reply #11 on:** April 09, 2011, 06:25:44 PM »

GOOD CHOICE BUD.. I do own 3 of them anyway ...

jess · « **Reply #12 on:** April 09, 2011, 07:15:38 PM »

6xc is my pick a wild cat but a great round. With 115 berger vld is a wicked yote round

D-Rock425 · « **Reply #13 on:** April 09, 2011, 07:48:16 PM »

338

. I have a 7mm08 that would work great. I've killed 4 bears with mine shooting 140 grain bullets. I don't know what grains are available for reloading. I know in factory loads I've seen 120 140 and some 150's. I wouldn't hesitate to shoot an elk with mine. I wouldn't be taking long shots at elk but it will get the job done on closer ranges for sure.

bow-n-head · « **Reply #14 on:** April 09, 2011, 08:26:37 PM »

love the .243

D-Rock425 · « **Reply #15 on:** April 09, 2011, 08:31:39 PM »

243 and the 7 mm08 are the same casing.

carpsniperg2 · « **Reply #16 on:** April 09, 2011, 08:50:49 PM »

Quote from: D-Rock425 on April 09, 2011, 08:31:39 PM

243 and the 7 mm08 are the same casing.

Yes and the 308 as well

the only diffrence is the dia of the case mouth. .243 .284 .308

257 Wby Mag · « **Reply #17 on:** April 09, 2011, 09:18:10 PM »

Quote from: carpsniperg2 on April 09, 2011, 08:50:49 PM

Quote from: D-Rock425 on April 09, 2011, 08:31:39 PM
243 and the 7 mm08 are the same casing.

Yes and the 308 as well the only diffrence is the dia of the case mouth. .243 .284 .308

List em all if your gonna go that route. 260, 338 fed, and 358...grin

carpsniperg2 · « **Reply #18 on:** April 09, 2011, 09:19:47 PM »

Fine be that way

Most people know the three listed not those no name cals you listed

257 Wby Mag · « **Reply #19 on:** April 09, 2011, 09:24:59 PM »

Laffin. The ol 308 has spawned some great rounds, thats for certain...

carpsniperg2 · « **Reply #20 on:** April 09, 2011, 10:00:40 PM »

Agree 100% 257 wby mag.

I like the flat shooting I get from the 7mm-08 and can get into 140-150 grain bullets for any animals out there. Kinda a happy middle place.

257 Wby Mag · « **Reply #21 on:** April 09, 2011, 10:03:17 PM »

Never had a 7/08, like to try one. Mommas got a 260, great little gun. Got a 358 and 243 in the stable too.

carpsniperg2 · « **Reply #22 on:** April 09, 2011, 10:07:12 PM »

I have 2, a semi auto rifle and a bolt action handgun. I love them both! I will be adding a few more in the next couple of years. Its a great all around rd! Both mine love 140g nosler c/t bullets

BLR 243 · « **Reply #23 on:** April 09, 2011, 10:17:44 PM »

The 243 is too small 4 deer, and barely enough for the small dogs.

sakoshooter · « **Reply #24 on:** April 09, 2011, 11:16:04 PM »

You're on the right track. It doesn't sound like you need any advice from anyone on here.

Curly · « **Reply #25 on:** April 10, 2011, 05:51:07 AM »

Quote from: 257 Wby Mag on April 09, 2011, 09:24:59 PM

Laffin. The ol 308 has spawned some great rounds, thats for certain...

Don't forget the 25 souper....(25-08). But I guess it doesn't count since it is still a wildcat.

Bofire · « **Reply #26 on:** April 10, 2011, 09:06:48 AM »

:)243 knocks coyotes down HARD, much more than my 22-250 and is just as flat. I shot a few deer with it one buck was laying down looking at me about 200 yards, his body was pointed at me, I shot him in the front of the neck just under his muzzle, the 80 grain bullet flipped him clear over on his back, legs sticking up in the air and not even a tiny kick of his feet.
I am real happy with it, very effective on both.
Carl

SkookumHntr · « **Reply #27 on:** April 10, 2011, 09:34:00 AM »

243 or a 6mm

TeacherMan · « **Reply #28 on:** April 10, 2011, 10:31:12 AM »

80 gr 243

257 Wby Mag · « **Reply #29 on:** April 10, 2011, 08:33:10 PM »

Quote from: BLR 243 on April 09, 2011, 10:17:44 PM

The 243 is too small 4 deer, and barely enough for the small dogs.

Thats what I've always heard too Jeff!! grin...

demontang · « **Reply #30 on:** April 11, 2011, 08:21:02 AM »

243 will get it done on coyote and its a little messy even with 95gr rounds, youll want to look at 55gr and good placement or solid cooper bullets. The 55gr noslers Ive hit a few yotes with has done a great job with only a entrance hole but the 95gr noslers where nasty

ribka can confirm that. I personaly want a 25 cal for deer.

AWS · « **Reply #31 on:** April 11, 2011, 09:20:52 AM »

I've palyed with the 243 quite abit starting about 1970. At that time I found it to be very unreliable on deer, but at that time it had more to do with bullet quality some would pencil through and some would break up on a rib bone so I pretty much shied away from it as a deer round. I should give it a chance again with premium bullets.

As a coyoter it has proven to be overkill for me as I hunt for pelts, again it had alot to do with bullet performance. I haven't tried the solid copper bullets YET, but have run some 62gr VGs and found them overly distuctive leaving softball sized exits. The new Nosler 55gr Lead Free Ballistic Tip is looking promising but they are so new that I have only killed two with them but both were devestating with small entraces and no exits and could take out bone.

I do my deer hunting with something larger as I like to see an good exit but most of my deer hunting is still hunting in heavy cover and I don't always have the perfect broadside shot. For my coyote hunting I like a light fast 224 that has proven qualities.

For me it's kind of like tools, a vise-grip will get it done most of the time but can make a mess of the job. I keep one in the tool box though. There is usually a 243 in the safe also.

AWS

bhylton · « **Reply #32 on:** April 11, 2011, 09:45:08 PM »

you said your a bow guy, you should stick a yote with an arrow

spookgus · « **Reply #33 on:** April 11, 2011, 10:08:56 PM »

.243!! Since you are new to firearms, and you want to hunt coyotes and maybe occasionally deer.
.243!! Since you are new to firearms, you will enjoy the variety of over the counter ammunition.
.243!! Since you are new to firearms, you will enjoy the light recoil.

Recurve-Elk · « **Reply #34 on:** April 11, 2011, 10:13:36 PM »

Quote from: bhylton on April 11, 2011, 09:45:08 PM

you said your a bow guy, you should stick a yote with an arrow

Tried several times, closest Ive got was to full draw

Then the coyote simply walked away before I could make the shot

Special T · « **Reply #35 on:** April 12, 2011, 07:37:58 AM »

I've killed yotes with a rifle and a shotgun, but i REALLY want one with a bow! I had one at 5 yards last year. Damn thing just appeared and I got it to stop at 10 yards but it was behind some vine maple. so i couldn't get a shot.

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