270 win question

Matt/TN · 12-12-2006, 08:20 PM

Alright, what would the advantage be of shooting a 150gr bullet instead of a 130? Most of my shots are under 100 yards in hardwoods. Just seeing what could be gained/lost

James B · 12-12-2006, 08:31 PM

The only possibla advantage of the 150 would be maybe a little less meat damage at really close range.

VAhuntr · 12-12-2006, 08:33 PM

For the .270 the 130 grain bullets are great for deer size game. You really dont need the 150's until you move up to larger game IMO. By the way what part of N.E. TN do you live in? I used to live in Johnson City andgraduated from ETSU.

TUK101 · 12-12-2006, 08:36 PM

Yeah, it would slow the bullet down a couple hundred fps and would therefore be a better choice for up close shots. Its also better on larger game. I use the 130's on deer, mostly for the lighter recoil, but also because I can take a 30 yard or 300 yard shot and know that my bullet is going to be on target. My dad uses the 150 silver tip when hunting elk with his .270.

Chantecler111 · 12-12-2006, 08:46 PM

Aheavier bullet with a higher SD, in fact, the SD on the 150 Gr .277 Bullet is higher than a 180 Gr .30 Cal Bullet.

Matt/TN · 12-12-2006, 09:03 PM

VAhunter,

I live in Blountville, which is in the tri city area that includes Johnson City. I am only a few minutes away from johnson city, blountville is right in the middle of kingsport, bristol and johnson city.

Matt/TN · 12-12-2006, 09:04 PM

so is the 150 a bad choice? because thats what I was planning on trying and that's what I have bought to try out of it when i get the gun for christmas.

Chantecler111 · 12-12-2006, 09:05 PM

No, the 150 Gr. is an excellent choice for heavier game, such as elk.

Chantecler111 · 12-12-2006, 09:09 PM

And, it will also do the job nicely on deer.

TUK101 · 12-12-2006, 10:42 PM

Using the 150 over the 130 isnt going to make a huge difference either way. The .270 is such a fast round in either the 130 or 150 grain bullets that it is like being asked if you would rather die in a car crash going 150mph or 130mph, either way your dead. The only real difference will be if you are going to try shooting over 200 yards or so, the 130 will shoot a bit flatter. Bullet selection is the real key though. I like the Core-Lokts for a factory load, they have always put the deer down very humanely.